Tag: international co-operation
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Local government and human rights : building institutional links for the effective protection and realisation of human rights in Africa
Abstract: There is increasing recognition of the role of local government in the protection and realization of human rights obligations. The article makes a case for institutional collaboration between international local government institutions improve the protection of human rights. Author(s): Bosire, Conrad Mugoya Source(s): , African human rights law journal; Vol. 11, No. 1] p.…
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When ‘civics’ go ‘governance’ : on the role and relevance of civic organisations in the policy arena in sub-Saharan Africa
Abstract: Brouwers questions the effectiveness of the lobby and advocacy work of civil society in Africa when it comes to advancing democracy and triggering development for the poor. It is time to revisit the theory of change of external engagement with civic actors in the global South. Author(s): Brouwers, Ria Source(s): , The power of…
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CAPRi : CGIAR systemwide program on collective action and property rights
Abstract: The CAPRi programme fosters research and promote collaboration on institutional aspects of natural resource management between CGIAR research centers, national agricultural research institutions, and other sources. Author(s): CGIAR Source(s): , Published: 2011 Consultative group on international agricultural research (CGIAR), Washington, DC (English; Spanish; French ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.capri.cgiar.org/
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Framework and guidelines on land policy in Africa : land policy in Africa : a framework to strengthen land rights, enhance productivity and secure livelihoods
Abstract: The Framework and Guidelines serves as a basis for commitment of African governments in land policy formulation and implementation and a foundation for popular participation in improved land governance, including land rights delivery systems and land governance structures and institutions. Author(s): Ping, Jean; Janneh, Abdoulie; Kaberuka, Donald Source(s): , xv, 41 p., ill., tab…
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International cooperation in local governance and decentralization in Latin America and the Caribbean : an initial mapping
Abstract: This is a general overview and reference for international co-operation in local governance and decentralization in Latin America and the Caribbean. It also seeks to contribute to effective, realistic and broad action in local governance and decentralization. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , 84 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 United nations development programme (UNDP), [Panamá] (English…
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The Local public sector initiative : strengthening public services, achieving development, empowering people over the public sector
Abstract: The Local Public Sector Initiative (LPSI) was initiated in December 2010 by the Urban Institute Center on International Development and Governance to promote international development and strengthen public sector governance worldwide. The focus is on decentralization and local governance. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2010 Local public sector initiative (LPSI), Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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UCLG ASPAC : United cities and local governments Asia Pacific
Abstract: Based in Jakarta, UCGL-ASPAC is the biggest sections in UCLG (United Cities and Local Governments), with linkages to more than 7.000 local governments. It represents close to 4 billion people and incorporates economically fast developing countries such as China, India and Indonesia. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2010 United cities and local governments Asia Pacific…
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CLGF blog
Abstract: Carl Wright, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth Local Government Forum, provides updates on international events. Author(s): Wright, Carl Source(s): , , ill. Published: 2010 Commonwealth local government forum (CLGF), [London etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.clgf.org.uk/clgf-blog/
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CAFRAD : African training and research centre in administration for development : Centre Africain de formation et de recherche administratives pour le développement
Abstract: The African Training and Research Centre in Administration for Development (CAFRAD) is a Pan African international organization, which was established with the support of UNESCO in 1964. Author(s): CAFRAD Source(s): , Published: 2010 Centre Africain de formation et de recherche administratives pour le développement (CAFRAD), Tangier (English; French ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.cafrad.org/index.html
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Fifth annual meeting of Informal development partners working group on decentralization and local governance (DPWG-DLG), Washington, DC, June 9-11, 2010 : summary report and next steps
Abstract: Author(s): Aoki, Naomi; Viñuela, Lorena Source(s): , 23 p., ill. Published: 2010 World bank [etc.], Washington, DC [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://siteresources.worldbank.org/EXTDSRE/Resources/DPWG_Summary_081510.pdf