Tag: Local Government
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Role of citizen community boards in promoting participatory development in Muzaffargarh district, Pakistan
Abstract: The performance of Citizen Community Boards (CCBs) in Pakistan is examined, using the case of Muzaffargarh District. The link between community participation in projects and the level of satisfaction is highlighted. Impediments to the proper functioning of CCBs in development are identified. Author(s): Khan, Sara; Anjum, Ghulam Abbas Source(s): , Pakistan journal of engineering…
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ILS LEDA : International links and services for local economic development agencies : for human, fair and sustainable development
Abstract: ILS LEDA is a Eurada program which supports local, national and international organizations to enhance local economies. It is considered an effective international organizations in dealing with Local Economic Development Agencies (LEDA). It disseminates tools for LEDA management and operation. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2013 International links and services for local economic development agencies…
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Devolution of financial resources to the local governments
Abstract: The prospects of devolution of financial resources at the local level and the problems that are likely to be encountered in the process are examined. Other aspects are the new National Finance Commission, the Charter of Democracy, and developments related to them. Author(s): Nasir, Zafar Mueen Source(s): , [10] p. Published: 2013 Islamabad policy…
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What’s in a right? : the liberalisation of gold mining and decentralisation in Burkina Faso
Abstract: In Burkina Faso, municipal governments have become strategic actors for the arbitration of mining claims. Since their role and responsibilities are not defined within the Mining Code, a playing field for clientelist relations has opened up. Author(s): Côte, Muriel Source(s): , LDPI working paper; 25 20 p., ill., tab LDPI working paper 25 Published:…
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OIDP : Observatorio internacional de la democracia participativa = IODP : International observatory on participatory democracy
Abstract: The International Observatory on Participatory Democracy (IOPD) is a space open to all cities in the world and all associations, organizations and research centres interested in learning about participatory democracy with the aim of deepening the roots of local democracy. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2013 Observatorio internacional de la democracia participativa (OIDP), Barcelona (Spanish;…
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Post-2015 global development agenda : making the case for decentralisation and local governance
Abstract: Decentralization and local governance (DLG) need to be integrated in the post-2015 framework as a ‘strategic enabler’. DLG play a role in providing basic services and addressing inequalities, food insecurity, urbanization, youth unemployment, climate change, conflict and insecurity. Author(s): Awortwi, Nicholas Source(s): , DeLoG working paper; 2 ix, 30 p., ill., graphs, tabs DeLoG…
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Local government reform Africa : through high impact leadership & management
Abstract: Leading-edge case studies and expert advice for local governments on how to improve organizational culture, systems and performance are dealt with at the 2013 Local Government Reform in Africa Conference. Subjects include: finance, ethics, inclusive development, participation, and leadership. Author(s): Source(s): , [6] p., ill. Published: 2013 Bloomzone skills solutions (BSS) Africa, [Johannesburg] (English…
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CCRE/CEMR : Council of European municipalities and regions = Conseil des communes et régions d’Europe
Abstract: The Council of European Municipalities represents 150,000 local governments in Europe. It has an active network for North/South local government cooperation that seeks to promote the exchange of experience and of best practice between the relevant parties. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2013 Council of European municipalities and regions (CEMR) = Conseil des communes et…
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Decentralization and sub-national governance : a section of the Latin American studies association
Abstract: The Decentralization and Sub-national Governance section of the Latin American Studies Association promotes scholarship, collaboration, and conversation on topics relating to politics at the subnational levels and between levels of government in Latin America. Author(s): University Of Pittsburgh Source(s): , Published: 2013 University of Pittsburgh. Latin American studies association (LASA), Pittsburgh, PA (English ISBN/ISSN:…