Tag: popular participation
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Democratisation and local government transformation in South Africa : a case study of Maluti district, 1995-2005
Abstract: This thesis examines the importance of Developmental Local Government (DLG) in South Africa and its ability to fulfill the demands and needs of local communities. It further examines the challenges that face DLG, namely administrative difficulties and unethical practices. Author(s): Appiah, George Wiredu Kwadwo Source(s): , xii, 319 p., ill., maps, tabs Published: 2005…
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Building democratic institutions : governance reform in developing countries
Abstract: [Partial preview] Over the past decades, good governance came to be seen as transparent, representative, accountable, and participatory. The most successful experiments in decentralization have mobilized the support of political, governmental, and civic leaders to sustain governance reforms. Author(s): Cheema, G. Shabbir Source(s): , [275] p., ill. Published: 2005 Kumarian, Bloomfield, CT (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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The world we could win : administering global governance
Abstract: The history and definition of governance are reviewed and the implementation of good governance at the local level is contrasted with the complexities of good governance at the global level. The importance of proportionality and subsidiarity in realizing openness, participation etc. is emphasized. Author(s): Fraser-Moleketi, Geraldine Joslyn Source(s): , xxxiii, 177 p. Published: 2005…
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Decentralization without accountability : power and authority over local forest governance in Indonesia
Abstract: The decentralization of forest resource management authority to local governments in Indonesia has resulted in a situation in which district governments are neither accountable upward to the central government nor downward to the local people. Author(s): Djogo, Tony; Syaf, Rudi Source(s): , 17 p. Published: 2004 Indiana university. Digital library of the commons (DLC),…
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Building and reinventing decentralised governance (BRiDGE) : project document
Abstract: The UNDP-sponsored BRiDGE initiative in Indonesia aims to improve public service through more interactive governance and to strengthen public monitoring of government through better access to information. Its actions have focused on schools and community health centers. Author(s): Source(s): , [53] p., ill., tabs Published: 2004 United nations development programme (UNDP) etc.], [New York,…
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Developing a land use information system for local government : the case of Naga City, Philippines
Abstract: One of the conclusions of a prototype study of Naga City local government, the Philippines, is that the proposed land use information system can serve as platform to integrate data and facilitate data exchange in local government to enable decision-making and enhance participation. Author(s): Cruz, Rizalino B. Source(s): , xii, 114 p., ill., maps,…
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PGIS’s relevance, applicability and conditions in local rural development : a case study with village development planning in Bach Ma national park buffer zone, Vietnam
Abstract: The relevance of participatory GIS (PGIS) for developing countries was examined, especially in relation to village development planning in Vietnam. The need for keeping the local community’s needs in mind is emphasized. The relation of PGIS to rural development is not always straightforward. Author(s): Nguyen Thuy Trang Source(s): , vi, 102 p., ill., graphs,…
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Assessment of participatory budgeting in Brazil : Inter-American development bank (IADB)
Abstract: The main objective of the study is to assess the extent to which participatory budgeting in five Brazilian cities and one State is fostering the efficient and democratic allocation of resources and citizen involvement in the planning and management of their localities. Author(s): Serageldin, Mona Source(s): , 70 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published:…
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Waiting for democracy : the politics of choice in natural resource decentralization
Abstract: This report examines ways in which reforms of decentralization involving natural resources could be designed and implemented in law and in practice to improve their social and environmental outcomes. Author(s): Ribot, Jesse Craig Source(s): , WRI report ix, 140 p., ill., 26 cm WRI report Published: 2004 World resources institute, Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Peasantry and bureaucracy in decentralization in Bhutan
Abstract: A descriptive account of the decentralization process in Bhutan is presented. Decentralization began in the early 1980s. The paper interprets decentralization as an approach towards diversity and pluralism among different communities. Author(s): Ura, Karma Source(s): , Discussion paper / Institute of developing economies (IDE); 17 [40] p Discussion paper / Institute of developing economies…