Tag: guidelines
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International guidelines on decentralisation and access to basic services for all
Abstract: This brochure includes two sets of guidelines that have been designed to assist policy reforms and legislative action at the country level with a view to promotion of decentralization and strengthening of local authorities, as well as access to basic services for all. Author(s): UN-Habitat Source(s): , 27 p. Published: 2009 United nations human…
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Intergovernmental relation toolkit
Abstract: The South African intergovernmental relation (IGR) system is attracting worldwide attention as an example to be emulated. The toolbox provides officials at all levels, including local government, with a first point of reference in familiarizing themselves with the ins and outs of the IGR system. Author(s): South Africa Source(s): , Published: 2009 Republic of…
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SDC support for sustainable local government finances : results of the learning project
Abstract: This multimedia LearnBook combines video, case material, and introductory text in one format to sum up the main results of the learning project Sustainable Local Government Finances. It has 5 sections, including one on supporting local governments to increase their own revenues. Author(s): DEZA Source(s): , 13 p., ill. Published: 2009 Swiss agency for…
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Local governance self-assessment : guidelines for facilitators
Abstract: This Local Governance Self-Assessment tool is one among many tools that can contribute to build empowered citizens’ participation and accountability into local governance. The tool is designed to be used at community and Union Parishad levels. Author(s): Boss, Matthias Source(s): , 36 p., ill., tabs Published: 2009 Intercooperation, Dhaka (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.intercooperation-bd.org/PDF/sharique%20doc%20-%20local%20governance%20self-assessment%20(english).pdf
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Donor approaches to governance assessments : guiding principles for enhanced impact, usage and harmonisation
Abstract: The scope and volume of assessment tools to understand governance impacts have flourished. The OECD DAC Network on Governance (GOVNET) has analysed these tools and their use in an effort to share experience, reduce the risk of duplicating assessments, and promote more coherent collective action. Author(s): OECD Source(s): , [2] p. Published: 2009 Organisation…
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Not about us without us : working with grassroots organisations in the land field
Abstract: This publication presents a grassroots mechanism for the effective inclusion of local community groups (grassroots). Detailed criteria to assess grassroots participation in order to determine whether it is genuine, effective and rights-based are included. Author(s): Langford, Malcolm; Augustinus, Clarissa; Westman, Ulrik; Jonsson, Asa Source(s): , 32 p., ill., tabs Published: 2009 United nations human…
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Democratic decentralization programming handbook
Abstract: This handbook is a reference book intended to support decentralization programming processes of USAID. An annotated, categorized bibliography of published materials dealing with various aspects of decentralization and local governance strengthening in developing countries is included. Author(s): Connerley, Edwin Source(s): , xi, 138 p., ill., tabs Published: 2009 U.S. Agency for international development (USAID),…
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Commonwealth local government forum (CLGF)
Abstract: The forum helps strengthen effective democratic local government throughout the Commonwealth and facilitates the exchange of good practice in local government structures and services. Author(s): CLGF Source(s): , Published: 2009 Commonwealth local government forum (CLGF), [London etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.clgf.org.uk/index.cfm
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Deterring corruption and improving governance in road construction and maintenance
Abstract: This sourcebook is meant as a resource to sector practitioners to assess the extent and risks of corruption in the sector and to improve governance in ways that reduce corruption. It outlines the articulation between local and national government transport infrastructure planning. Author(s): Ehrhardt, David; Oliver, Chloë; Kenny, Charles Source(s): , Transport papers; TP-27…