Tag: international co-operation
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ACLGI : African commission for local government improvement
Abstract: The Commission is a unique collaboration of local government advisory bodies, professional bodies, consultancies; and universities committed to the improvement and professionalization of local government in Africa. It is particularly committed to supporting Local Government Associations (LGAs). Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 African commission for local government improvement (ACLGI), [Milton Keynes] (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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LG alliance : Local government alliance for international development
Abstract: With backing from the British government, five local government agencies have got together to increase understanding of the role of local government in reducing poverty internationally. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 UK Local government alliance for international development (LG alliance), London (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.lg-alliance.org/
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Donor program harmonization, aid effectiveness and decentralized governance
Abstract: The case studies from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Indonesia, and Uganda provide examples of donor harmonization (and the lack thereof) and review the obstacles to harmonization and alignment faced by the development partners working in these specific country contexts. Author(s): Smoke, Paul; Winters, Matthew S. Source(s): , Local governance & decentralisation 23 p…
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CIVICUS : World alliance for citizen participation = Alliance mondiale pour la participation citoyenne = Alianza mundial para la participación ciudadana
Abstract: US-based international alliance dedicated to strengthening citizen action and civil society throughout the world. Its website includes a calendar of events, an online newsletter, bookshop, programs with online texts and links to other websites. Author(s): CIVICUS Source(s): , Published: 2011 World alliance for citizen participation (CIVICUS), [Washington, DC] (English; French; Spanish ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Development opportunities
Abstract: A database with information on the local government situation, government policy, and donor policies in each ACP country. It also provides links to local government associations in the country, national local government partners, and regional local government representation. Author(s): EU Source(s): , Published: 2011 European commission (EU). ARIAL programme, Brussels (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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CLGF good practice scheme
Abstract: The Commonwealth Local Government Forum (CLGF) Good Practice Scheme seeks to improve the delivery of local authority services through the spread of good practice. The Scheme matches UK councils with an overseas partner. Author(s): CLGF Source(s): , Published: 2011 Commonwealth local government forum (CLGF), [London etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.gps.clgf.org.uk/index.cfm
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Pan African council of LGs
Abstract: The Pan African Council of local governments is the principal policy making body of the UCLGA (United Cities and Local Governments of Africa). It is charged to translate the policy decided by the General Assembly into strategies and implementation programs. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 United cities and local governments of Africa (UCLGA), [Pretoria]…
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IFES : International foundation for electoral systems
Abstract: The International Foundation For Electoral Systems (IFES) is the global leader in election assistance and democracy promotion. It promotes good governance requiring that citizens work collaboratively with officials in the pursuit of common social, political, economic and cultural goals. Author(s): IFES Source(s): , Published: 2011 International foundation for electoral systems (IFES), Washington, DC (English…
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6th Annual meeting of the development partners working group on local governance and decentralisation : LGD and the road to Busan : Brussels, May 18-20, 2011 : closing statement
Abstract: In the closing statement of the 6th Annual Meeting of the Development Partners Working Group on Local Governance and Decentralisation the importance of DLG issues in the aid-effectiveness discourse was reiterated. Author(s): GIZ Source(s): , 3 p. Published: 2011 Deutsche Gesellschaft für internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)], [Bonn (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.dpwg-lgd.org/cms/upload/pdf/Brussels_2011_Closing_Statement.pdf