Tag: Local Government
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Afesis-corplan : promoting local democracy and community-driven development
Abstract: Afesis-corplan is a non-governmental organisation that has contributed to community-driven development and good local governance in the Border-Kei (Amathole) region of the Eastern Cape since 1992. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Afesis-corplan, East London (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.afesis.org.za/
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Climate change as a wicked problem : an evaluation of the institutional context for rural water management in Ghana
Abstract: A typical Adaptive Co-Management (ACM) for the wicked problem of climate change confronting water management in Ghana must specifically emphasize continuous learning in an iterative manner within networks as its overriding objective for local management institutions. Author(s): FitzGibbon, John; Mensah, Kenneth O. Source(s): , SAGE open; 2 14 p., ill., graph, tabs SAGE open…
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Decentralization and good governance in Africa : institutional challenges to Uganda’s local governments
Abstract: This paper explored the local governments’ institutional challenges to good governance in Uganda. It shows that citizens’ level of involvement and dynamism to effectively engage local governments, and lack of timely adequate information, greatly limits their participation. Author(s): Kiwanuka, Michael Source(s): , Journal of African & Asian local government studies (JAALGS); Vol. 1, No.…
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Platforma : the European voice of local and regional authorities for development = la voix européenne des autorités locales et régionales pour le développement
Abstract: The European Platform of Local and Regional Authorities for Development is the voice of local and regional authorities and of their organizations to the European institutions. It supports the dialogue between European local authorities and EU institutions in charge of Development policy. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Platforma, Paris [etc.] (English; French ISBN/ISSN: /…
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UCLG-MEWA : United cities and local governments Middle East and west Asia section
Abstract: UCLG-MEWA continues its activities for cities and local governments in the region, serving the main principles of democracy, human rights, local self-government, international solidarity, accountability and transparency, and sustainable development. Author(s): UCLG Source(s): , Published: 2012 United cities and local governments Middle East and west Asia section (UCLG-MEWA), Istanbul (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.uclg-mewa.org/
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Role of local government on REDD+ implementation in Indonesia : case study of central Kalimantan as REDD+ pilot province
Abstract: A provincial pilot study in Indonesia revealed that REDD+ can empower forest communities and enhance forest carbon storage at the same time. However, land-use planning regulations present considerable challenges. Author(s): Wicaksono, Dian Agung; Santosa, Wahyu Yun Source(s): , p. 56-64 Published: 2012 International conference on local government] (ICLG), [S.l. (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.iclg.in.th/Proceedings/08_005%20Dian%20Agung%20Wicaksono,%20Wahyu%20Yun%20Santosa.pdf
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A place for the grassroots : examining the role of community participation and local governance in providing mid-day meals in Lucknow district, Uttar Pradesh
Abstract: Improvements to the Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDMS) in India are suggested. After 17 years of operation the MDMS serves 105 million primary and upper-primary schoolchildren. In Uttar Pradesh, both community participation and local institutions remain quite weak, especially in urban schools. Author(s): Tuggle, Anderson Source(s): , Independent study project (ISP) collection; paper 1458 43…
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Perceptions of local government in Thailand : views of people and local administrators
Abstract: The perceptions of local government and administrators in Thailand were examnined. Most political officers and civil servants supported the Bangkok-based administrative system and high-level government officers of the Ministry of Interior. Author(s): Ruangwicha, Sarunya; Kamnuansilpa, Peerasit; Wongthanavasu,, Supawatanakorn Source(s): , Journal of African & Asian local government studies (JAALGS); Vol. 1, No. 4] p.…