Tag: natural resources
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Local governance institutions for sustainable natural resource management in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger
Abstract: Experiences with natural resources management for the purpose of food and income generation are analysed, using cases from Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger. Particular attention is paid to customary arrangements, projects interventions, and decentralization. Author(s): Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M. Source(s): , KIT working papers series; G1 iii, 25 p., ill., tabs KIT working papers series…
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Public sector reforms in Africa and the quest for democratic developmentalism in Africa
Abstract: Subjects include: (1) pitfalls of decentralization reforms in Uganda (2) prospects for improved service delivery in Uganda (3) privatization of water and sanitation services in Kenya. Author(s): Edigheji, Omano Source(s): , Africa development; vol. 33, no. 4 (special issue) , ill., tabs Africa development vol. 33, no. 4 (special issue) Published: 2008 Council for…
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Effectiveness of bylaws in the management of natural resources : the west African experience
Abstract: Recognizing bylaws is one of the most effective arrangements in natural resources management at a local level as they will more easily allow harmonization of the ongoing decentralization process with local practices. Author(s): Alinon, Koffi; Kalinganire, Antoine Source(s): , CAPRi working paper; 93 10 p., ill., tabs CAPRi working paper 93 Published: 2008 International…
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Workshop in political theory and policy analysis
Abstract: The mission of the Workshop in Political Theory and Policy Analysis is to promote the interdisciplinary study of institutions, incentives, and behavior as they relate to policy-relevant applications. Central themes include self-governance, democratic reform, and natural resources management. Author(s): Indiana University Source(s): , Published: 2008 Indiana university, Bloomington, IN (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.indiana.edu/~workshop/about/mission.php
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Local communities and natural products : a manual for organizing natural resource management groups for resource management planning, enterprise development and integration into value chains
Abstract: This Manual intends to serve the needs of agencies and organizations that are interested in facilitating community organizing, NRM planning and implementation, community-based natural product enterprise development, and the integration of those into rewarding value chains. Author(s): Subedi, Bhishma Source(s): , iv, 61 p., ill., tabs Published: 2007 United States agency for international development…
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Community-based natural resource management in the southern Africa region : an annotated bibliography and general overview of literature, 1996-2004
Abstract: This annotated bibliography cum general literature overview over the period 1996-2004 covers the theme of community-based natural resource management in the southern Africa region. Author(s): Whande , Webster Source(s): , Research report / Programme for land and agarian studies, School of government, University of the Western Cape; 24 ii, 58 p Research report /…
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A review of tools for incorporating community knowledge, preferences, and values into decision making in natural resources management
Abstract: The authors survey and evaluate selected participatory tools that have been proven effective in natural resources management and research with forest communities. Based on an analysis framework, each tool is evaluated and its strengths, weaknesses and adaptability examined. Author(s): Lynam, Timothy Source(s): , Ecology and society (E&S); vol. 12, nr. 1 [15] p., ill.,…
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Going beyond panaceas
Abstract: In the context of governance of human–environment interactions, a panacea refers to a blueprint for a single type of governance system. The aim of this special feature is to provide theoretical analysis and empirical evidence to caution against the panacea trap, including decentralization. Author(s): Ostrom, Elinor; Janssen, Marco A.; Anderies, John M.; Turner, B.L.…
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International journal of the commons / International association for the study of the commons (IASC)
Abstract: As an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed open-access journal, the IJC is dedicated to furthering the understanding of institutions for use and management of resources that are (or could be) enjoyed collectively. Author(s): IASC Source(s): , Published: 2007 IASC, Bloomington, IN (English ISBN/ISSN: /1875-0281 Link: http://www.thecommonsjournal.org/index.php/ijc/index
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Introduction : decentralisation and livelihoods in Africa
Abstract: This introductory chapter helps to map out the progress and limits of implementation of democratic decentralization in Africa with special reference to the betterment of lives of rural Africans and the improvement of natural resources management. Author(s): Ribot, Jesse C.; Oyono, Phil René Source(s): , Africa development; vol. 31, no. 2 p. 1-18 Africa…