Tag: poverty alleviation
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Decentralization, local governance, and rural development
Abstract: Three articles on decentralization issues in relation to agricultural and rural development are presented, viz. on: (1) the risks related to ethnicity, elite capture, and aid effectiveness; (2) the challenge of agricultural development; and (3) emerging issues from Uganda’s experience. Author(s): Arcand, Jean-Louis Source(s): , Berlin workshop series 2008 p. 147-173, ill., tabs Berlin…
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Improving the provision of basic services for the poor in fragile environments : water supply, sanitation and hygiene international literature review
Abstract: This paper constitutes a literature review of the international practice and experience in supporting pro-poor service provision in fragile states, focusing on multilateral and bilateral donors’ approaches to the water supply, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) sector. Author(s): Welle, Katharina Source(s): , 30 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 Overseas development institute (ODI). Humanitarian policy group…
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Localizing the MDGs for effective integrated local development : an overview of practices and lessons learned
Abstract: Case studies, methodologies, tools, and other practical evidence that demonstrate local level development activities in support of achievement of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) are presented, including UNDP experiences with local development plans (LDPs). Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , 32 p. Published: 2008 United nations development programme (UNDP). Oslo governance centre (OGC), [Oslo (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Foundations for local governance : decentralization in comparative perspectives
Abstract: [Partial preview] This book provides a comparative analysis of different experiences of decentralization in 6 developing countries in Asia and Africa. Successful reforms have coherent approaches to stakeholder involvement for poverty reduction in the developing world. Author(s): Saito, Fumihiko Source(s): , 301 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 Physica, Heidelberg (English ISBN/ISSN: 978-3-7908-2006-5/ Link: http://books.google.com/books?id=efFMNkkDjhgC&pg=PR3&hl=nl&source=gbs_selected_pages&cad=3#v=onepage&q&f=false
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Decentralisation and poverty reduction : a review of the linkages in Tanzania and the international literature
Abstract: The Local Government Reform Programme in Tanzania is analysed. It is shown that the service-delivery role of local government was strengthened. Enhanced grass-roots democracy and participation of the poor have led to improved local finances for poverty-reducing measures. Author(s): Braathen, Einar Source(s): , Norad report : discussion; 22b 56 p., ill., tabs Norad report…
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Designing inclusive and accountable local democratic institutions : a practitioner’s guide
Abstract: This guide gives an overview of the institutional arrangements at the local level in 22 countries in the Asia-Pacific region, and gives practical examples of ways to improve them and ensure more inclusive involvement. Author(s): Larsen, Henrik Fredborg; Maguire, Linda; Kirby Dorji, Kay Source(s): , x, 139 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 United nations…
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Global land tool network (GLTN)
Abstract: The Global Land Tool Network (GLTN) is a coalition of international partners, which is supporting the development of pro-poor land management tools, to address the technical gaps associated with unregistered land, the upgrading of slums, and urban and rural land management. Author(s): UN-Habitat Source(s): , Published: 2008 United nations human settlements programme (UN-Habitat), Nairobi…
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PNPM-rural baseline report
Abstract: This report seeks to determine the impact of community-driven development approaches on poverty alleviation and access to services in Indonesia. Disadvantaged groups such as female-headed households are poorer and face stronger challenges in accessing education than poor households in general. Author(s): Voss, John Source(s): , xii, 31 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 World bank…