Tag: poverty alleviation
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Topic guide on decentralisation and local government
Abstract: This guide gives guidance for designing, implementing and evaluating decentralization reforms and local government (DLG) practices to ensure they are as effective as possible. It offers debates on the impact of DLG on poverty reduction, service delivery and conflict and links to research and cases. Author(s): Scott, Zoë Source(s): , 209 p. Published: 2009…
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LOGO south programme (MIC) 2007-2010
Abstract: The programme aims to strengthen good local government as a condition for poverty reduction. It targets 12 local government associations in four regions: Asia, Central-America, West-Africa and East-Africa. It focuses on capacity building of politicians, decision makers and civil servants. Author(s): VNG Source(s): , Published: 2009 VNG international, The Hague (English; Spanish; Russian ISBN/ISSN:…
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Government through time : participation and poverty reduction in Tanzania
Abstract: This report suggests that villagers in Tanzania, who take part in participatory institutions, are performing citizenship but deflecting responsibility. Years of exposure to development planning in Tanzania have created a high level of scepticism about the likelihood of plans being implemented. Author(s): Green, Maia Source(s): , CPRC working paper; 145 30 p CPRC working…
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Assessing the impact of customary land rights registration on credit access by farmers in Tanzania : a case study in Mbozi district
Abstract: The extent to which rural land titling conducted by a customary land administration system has managed to promote poor farmers in accessing credit was examined in Mbozi district, Tanzania. It was found that loans were provided only in areas with high monetary land value and to large-scale farmers. Author(s): Sanga, Romanus Titus Source(s): ,…
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Taking a seat on Brazil’s health councils
Abstract: Brazil’s Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS), is a universal, publicly-funded, rights-based health system. Representative and participatory health councils and conferences have made it more effective, responsive, pro-poor and accountable. Author(s): Coelho, Vera Schattan P.; Cornwall, Andrea; Shankland, Alex; Benequista, Nicholas; Dunne, Alison; McGregor, Graeme Source(s): , Citizenship DRC case study series; 02Sick of waiting…
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The complexities of decentralization in a globalizing world
Abstract: The interplay of decentralization and globalization in affecting environmental outcomes and community welfare is analysed through a game-theoretic model of community-firm interactions. This will require a mix of policies, including secure property rights and poverty alleviation. Author(s): Engel, Stefanie; Palmer, Charles Source(s): , IED working paper; 8 18 p., ill IED working paper 8…
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The Community development carbon fund (CDCF) : assessment of community benefits and sustainable development
Abstract: The Community Development Carbon Fund (CDCF) supports projects that measurably benefit poor communities and generate verified Kyoto-compliant emission reductions. The CDCF also emphasizes community dialogue, participation, and local government involvement. Author(s): Sen, Aditi Source(s): , 34 p., ill., graph, tabs Published: 2009 World bank. Community development carbon fund (CDCF), Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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Does decentralization enhance service delivery and poverty reduction?
Abstract: Does decentralization enhance service delivery and poverty reduction? Drawing on cutting edge research, expert contributors present new empirical evidence from across the globe. Specially commissioned research focuses on the political economy process and the results of the decentralization process. Author(s): Ahmad, Ehtisham; Brosio, Giorgio Source(s): , Studies in fiscal federalism and state-local finance viii,…