Tag: Local Government
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Global forum on local development report : pursuing the MDGs through local government
Abstract: A large and diverse range of stakeholders gathered around the central question: do local governments hold the key to faster MDG achievement? The message coming out of Kampala was clear: a new policy approach must place greater emphasis on the local arena. Some favoured a more “bottom-up” approach. Author(s): Pisik, Betsy; Pace, Chiara Source(s):…
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PRIA : Society for participatory research in Asia : making democracy work for all
Abstract: PRIA is an international centre for learning and promotion of participation and democratic governance. It actively shares its expertise and practical insights with other civil society groups, NGOs, governments, donors, trade unions, private business and academic institutions around the world. Author(s): PRIA Source(s): , Published: 2010 Society for participatory research in Asia (PRIA), New…
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Financial resources mobilization performance of rural local government : case study of three Union Parishad in Bangladesh
Abstract: Fiscal decentralization in Bangladesh has been initiated but the existing pattern of rural local governments self financing is not impressive. The relatively small scale Union Parishad (UP), the lowest tier rural local government, show some promise. Author(s): Ullah, Md. Anwar; Pongquan, Soparth Source(s): , Asian social science; Vol. 6, No. 11 p. 95-115, ill.,…
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Local and community driven development : moving to scale in theory and practice
Abstract: This publication provides development practitioners with the historical background and the tools required to successfully scale up local and community driven development (LCDD) to the regional and national levels. Author(s): Binswanger-Mkhize, Hans P.; Regt, Jacomina P. De; Spector, Stephen Source(s): , New frontiers of social policy xxii, 248 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs New…
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Global forum on local development (GFLD) : pursuing the MDGs through local government, Kampala, Uganda, October 4th-6th, 2010
Abstract: WEBSITE: The goal of the Global Forum on Local Development is to broaden and deepen the paradigm of local development through democratic local governments to achieve the MDGs, and to unpack what it takes for local governments to deliver local development outcomes. Author(s): UNCDF Source(s): , Published: 2010 United nations capital development fund (UNCDF),…
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Performance in government : the evolving system of performance and evaluation measurement, monitoring, and management in the United Kingdom
Abstract: This Evaluation Capacity Development paper on the evolution and current state of the Public Service Agreements System in UK may be of benefit to officials involved in similar tasks in developing countries. Special emphasis is placed on success factors and institutional aspects. Author(s): Talbot, Colin Source(s): , Evaluation capacity development : ECD working paper…
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Local democracy, peace & human security (LDPHS)
Abstract: The LDPHS offers applied research, policy analysis and consulting services with the aim to help design and implement local governments that promote peace, development and human security in South Africa and the African region. Author(s): University Of The Western Cape Source(s): , Published: 2010 University of the Western Cape. Community law centre, Bellville (English…
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Assessing the role of councillors in service delivery at local government level in South Africa
Abstract: The dynamics of local government service delivery in South Africa is examined, with special emphasis on the role of elected officials, who are a fundamental but often neglected part of the local governance system and whose role has a policy-shaping influence. Author(s): Paradza, Gaynor; Mokwena, Lebogang; Richards, Robin Source(s): , Research report / Centre…
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Local government councils performance and quality of service delivery in Uganda : Luwero district council score-card 2008/09
Abstract: Luwero District Council in Uganda was the first to be assessed using the new score-card methodology. District performance and the quality of public services was assessed and recommendations for improvement were provided. Capacity building, budgeting, and development planning need more attention. Author(s): Muyomba-Tamale, Lillian Source(s): , ACODE policy research paper series; 38 iv, 58…