Tag: information exchange
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Tanzania’s land law reform : the implementation challenge
Abstract: This working paper provides an overview of the impact on local land governance of the slow and uneven implementation of the 1999 land reform act in Tanzania. It focuses on the establishment of formal institutions for land administration and dispute settlement in rural areas. Author(s): Hundsbæk Pedersen, Rasmus Source(s): , DIIS working paper; 2010/37…
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Pursuing the MDGs through local government : Naoros village
Abstract: This entry for the GFLD video contest (Sept. 2010) shows participants at the Conference on Transparency, Free Flow of Information and the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), which was held in London on 24-25 August 2010. They emphasize the need for local government to achieve the MDGs. Author(s): Ochweri, James; Eriksson, Emma Source(s): , 3:35…
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GGLN : Good governance learning network : promoting participatory and effective democratic local governance
Abstract: The GGLN is a network of South African non-governmental organisations (NGOs) that aims to promote participatory, effective, accountable and pro-poor local governance. Objectives include the documentation and dissemination of good practices, capacity building, and advocacy. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2010 Good governance learning network (GGLN), Cape Town (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.ggln.org.za/
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Centre of excellence for local governance : detailed project report
Abstract: A detailed project report was prepared for the proposed National Institute of Panchayati Raj (NIPR) as an apex Centre of Excellence (CoE) on Local Governance. The CoE should aim to become a repository of local governance knowledge, while helping Panchayats to delivering on development goals. Author(s): Source(s): , vii, 101 p., ill., tabs Published:…
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Where local talents unite for global development
Abstract: The Talent for Governance Network connects civil servants worldwide. In this online community, they can share experiences and knowledge about their work in local governance. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2009 Hague academy for local governance, The Hague (English; Dutch ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.talentforgovernance.com/en/home/
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LGI professional and social network : [blog]
Abstract: LGI’s aim is to promote democratic and effective local government and public administration, and to advance policy analysis as a tool for decision making in public affairs. The blog is meant to enable local government professionals to keep contacts, share ideas or form discussion groups. Author(s): Hungary Source(s): , Published: 2009 Local government and…
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LGI professional and social network
Abstract: The Local Government and Public Service Reform Initiative (LGI) created this professional and social network to enable local government professionals to get in touch with each other, keep contacts, share ideas or form groups for discussion. Author(s): Hungary Source(s): , Published: 2009 Local government and public service reform initiative (LGI), Budapest (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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Improving local government : the Commonwealth vision : background discussion paper
Abstract: This background discussion paper for the Commonwealth Local Government Conference on “Improving local government” (2009) identifies key questions and opportunities that exist to enhance the effectiveness of local government in terms of poverty alleviation, finance, democracy, and accountability. Author(s): Amis, Philip Source(s): , 29 p., ill., tab Published: 2009 Commonwealth local government forum (CLGF),…
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Economy, public sector, decentralization
Abstract: Zunia provides a space of knowledge-sharing among development practitioners worldwide. Users can access and post news, events, best practices and publications that are searchable online and receive e-mail alerts on topics of their interest, in this case decentralization. Author(s): Development Gateway Foundation Source(s): , Published: 2009 Development gateway, [Washington, DC etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: /…