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• Regional variations in local governance : final report

  Abstract: A desk study was conducted to examine regional variations across Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, the Caribbean, sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, and Eurasia. The paper includes distinctions regarding USAID decentralization/local governance strengthening efforts in fragile states. Author(s): Picard, Louis A.; Silverman, Jerry Source(s): , 60 p., ill., tabs Published: 2006 PADCO, Washington, DC (English…

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  January 1, 2006

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  africa south of sahara, Asia, caribbean region, decentralization in government, Governance, latin america, Local Government

• Survey on support to local governance and decentralisation : for the informal donor working group on local governance and decentralisation : final report

  Abstract: The study analyzes donor rationale, strategies, practices and lessons learned with support to local governance and decentralization reforms and processes. Looking at seven European donor countries and organizations, the results are meant to facilitate harmonization and alignment of their support. Author(s): Source(s): , [ix], 120 p., ill., tabs Published: 2006 DEGE consult [etc.], Dar…

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  January 1, 2006

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  Africa, Asia, belgium, decentralization in government, denmark, development assistance, europe, evaluation, france, germany, Governance, latin america, Local Government, Middle East, netherlands, switzerland

• Devolution of resource rights, poverty, and natural resource management : a review

  Abstract: This paper explores the impact, success factors and emerging challenges of decentralized natural resource management. These issues are looked at in relation to community-based wildlife management, irrigation management transfer, and community forestry. Author(s): Shyamsundar, Priya; Araral, Eduardo; Weeraratne, Suranjan Source(s): , Environmental economics series; 104 xi, 109 p., ill., tabs Environmental economics series 104…

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  January 1, 2005

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  Africa, Asia, community development, decentralization in government, Empowerment, environmental management, latin america, natural resources, poverty alleviation

• 72 Frequently asked questions about participatory budgeting

  Abstract: The manual intends to respond in a direct and practical way to the general question of how best to implement a Participatory Budget. Case studies from 14 illustrative cities in Latin America and Europe are presented as examples. Author(s): Cabannes, Yves; Huber, Richard Source(s): , Urban governance toolkit series 86 p., ill., graphs, tabs…

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  January 1, 2004

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• Participatory budgeting : a significant contribution to participatory democracy

  Abstract: This paper describes participatory budgeting as a significant area of innovation in democracy and local development. It draws on experiences of 25 municipalities in Latin America and Europe, providing a systematic analysis of the range of experience that can be included in participatory budgeting. Author(s): Cabannes, Yves Source(s): , Environment and urbanization; vol. 16,…

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  January 1, 2004

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  Brazil, budgeting, europe, Governance, latin america, Local Government, popular participation, public finance

• Decentralisation and poverty in developing countries : exploring the impact

  Abstract: There is no unambiguous link between decentralization and poverty reduction, but the poverty impact of decentralization would appear to depend less on the physical country setting than on the capacity and willingness of policy makers to ensure a pro-poor devolution process. Author(s): Jütting, Johannes Source(s): , Working paper / OECD development centre; 236 52…

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  Africa, Asia, decentralization in government, development policy, economic aspects, latin america, poverty alleviation

• Democratic decentralisation and poverty reduction : exploring the linkages

  Abstract: This article explores the nature of linkages between democracy, decentralization and poverty reduction. Through a literature review it examines the problems and constraints on the impact of democratic decentralization on poverty reduction. Country cases synthesize possible preconditions for success. Author(s): Vedeld, Trond Source(s): Forum for development studies; (2003)2, p. 159-203, ill., tabs Forum for…

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  January 1, 2003

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• Participatory budgeting in the municipality of Santo André, Brazil : the challenge of linking short-term problem-solving with long-term strategic planning

  Abstract: Using the experiences of the municipality of Santo André, this paper examines issues underlying the integration of participatory budgeting as a short-term planning activity and the recently started strategic planning process as a long-term development planning process. Author(s): Acioly, Claudio Source(s): , IHS SINPA papers; 18 88 p., ill., maps, tabs IHS SINPA papers…

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  January 1, 2002

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  Brazil, budgeting, latin america, municipal government, popular participation, social groups, strategy

• Designing rules for demand-driven rural investment funds : the Latin American experience

  Abstract: The demand-driven rural investment fund (DRIFs) is a mechanism for decentralizing decision-making authority and financial resources to local governments and communities. This study explores how well-designed DRIF rules could substitute for central veto power. Author(s): Wiens, Thomas; Guadagni, Maurizio Source(s): , World bank technical paper; 407 xix, 69 p., ill., graphs, tabs, 28 cm…

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  January 1, 1998

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  Brazil, colombia, community participation, decentralization in government, decision-making, finance, funds, institution building, latin america, Local Government, Mexico, project activities, project management, public finance, rural development, rural poverty

• Decentralization in Latin America : learning through experience

  Abstract: Three main challenges for decentralization to succeed in Latin America and the Caribbean are analysed: (1) establishing national fiscal frameworks; (2) placing governments closer to the people; and (3) improving municipal service delivery. Author(s): Peterson, George E. Source(s): , World bank Latin American and Caribbean studies. Viewpoints v, 38 p., ill., 28 cm World…

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  January 1, 1997

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  basic services, caribbean region, decentralization in government, Fiscal policy, latin america, local finance, Local Government, political participation