Tag: municipal government
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European urban knowledge network
Abstract: The EUKN is an EU iniative to share knowledge and experience on tackling urban issues. Participants include EU Member States, EUROCITIES, and the URBACT Programme. RDLG/151/14300 Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2010 European urban knowledge network (EUKN), The Hague (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.eukn.org/
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The challenges of women participation in local governance : the case of Accra and Tamale metropolitan assemblies
Abstract: Qualitative data and statistics of female councilors from 1994 to 2006 in Tamale and Accra are used to assess the factors that may be accountable for their small numbers as compared to their male counterparts. In addition, the history and structure of local governance in Ghana is described. Author(s): Mahamadu, Abdul-Razak Source(s): , x,…
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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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Local governments and disaster risk reduction : good practices and lessons learned : a contribution to the Making cities resilient campaign
Abstract: Good practices and lessons learned by local governments in disaster risk reduction were compiled to showcase the essential roles played by local and regional authorities in addressing disaster risks at sub-national and local levels, but also the challenges and constraints to scale-up these efforts. Author(s): Source(s): , xiii, 69 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010…
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VNG international
Abstract: VNG International is the International Cooperation Agency of the Association of Netherlands Municipalities. We support decentralisation processes and facilitate decentralised cooperation. RDLG/70/488 Author(s): VNG Source(s): , Published: 2009 VNG international, The Hague (English; Dutch; French; Spanish; Russian ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.vng-international.nl/
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Strategic priorities 2010-2016
Abstract: This strategy document outlines the objectives, including: (1) the promotion of local and regional self-government; (2) sharing know-how and information; and (3) promoting decentralized cooperation and international cooperation between local governments and their associations. Author(s): UCLG Source(s): , 17 p., ill. Published: 2009 United cities and local governments (UCLG), [Barcelona etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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Decentralisation and boundary setting in Mali : the case of Kita district
Abstract: This paper asks whether territorial decentralisation in Mali should address the issue of land tenure. Examples are used from the district of Kita to try to tackle this issue, starting with a look at the way that local government boundaries have been set in Mali. Author(s): Idelman, Eric Source(s): , Issue paper / Drylands…
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Decentralization and local democracy in the world : first global report 2008
Abstract: This first GOLD Report is part of a UCLG initiative to analyse the advances and possible reverses to local democracy and decentralization around the world on a regular basis. It is also the first global comparative analysis of the situation of local authorities in every region in the world. Author(s): World Bank; UCLG Source(s):…
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Citynet : the regional network of local authorities for the management of human settlements
Abstract: CITYNET (The Regional Network of Local Authorities for the Management of Human Settlements) is a Network committed to helping local authorities improve the lives of its citizens and create the urban sustainability across Asia-Pacific and beyond. RDLG/22/634 Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2009 Citynet, Yokohama (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.citynet-ap.org/