Tag: poverty alleviation
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Localising the MDGs : local development, global impact : summary report
Abstract: Starting point of this event (Nairobi, 2007) is that localisation involves the interpretation, translation and prioritisation of national goals, indicators and actions by local stakeholders to reflect their specific context. Author(s): UNDP; SNV Source(s): , 4 p. Published: 2007 United nations development programme (UNDP) [etc.], New York, NY [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.impactalliance.org/file_download.php?location=S_U&filename=11800993791Localising_the_MDGs_Report__final_.pdf
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Devolved natural resource management as a means of empowering the poor : rhetoric or reality?
Abstract: The issue of control over natural resources is considered closely linked to issues of power or good governance, in particular within resource-rich African countries. The NWP framework may be useful in developing a more realistic and field-oriented approach. Author(s): Campbell, Tom Source(s): , Trócaire development review p. 117-133 Trócaire development review Published: 2006 Trócaire,…
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Paradigms of decentralization, institutional design and poverty : drinking water in the Philippines
Abstract: This paper looks at the different paradigms of decentralization for drinking water supply in the Philippines and its effectiveness in poverty alleviation. There is a need for institutional transformation when moving towards more progressive decentralization paradigms. Author(s): Singh, Satyajit Source(s): , Discussion paper series / Philippine institute for development studies (PIDS); 2006-19 28 p.,…
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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…
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Land rights and land conflicts in Africa : a review of issues and experiences
Abstract: This paper identifies and discusses important issues in the ongoing debate about African land rights and land conflicts. It also presents and discusses various policy approaches being adopted on the continent to solve land tenure problems and related conflicts. Author(s): Lund, Christian; Odgaard, Rie; Sjaastad, Espen Source(s): , iv, 42 p., ill., tabs Published:…
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The dynamics of decentralization in Asia and Latin America : towards a comparative interdisciplinary perspective
Abstract: If more researchers study decentralization from a broader perspective, more could be learned about its potential contributions to countries eager to adopt it in the pursuit of improved resource use, enhanced equity and deeper democracy. Author(s): Smoke, Paul J.; Gómez, Eduardo J. Source(s): Decentralization in Asia and Latin America : towards a comparative interdisciplinary…
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The rise of local governments : an overview
Abstract: In this introduction to Decentralization and local governance in developing countries : a comparative perspective possible reasons for local governance to fail are examined. The focus is on decentralization of political authority to local governments at a level lower than states or provinces. Author(s): Bardhan, Pranab; Mookherjee, Dilip Source(s): Decentralization and local governance in…
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Communities, livelihoods, and natural resources : action research and policy change in Asia
Abstract: By presenting field reports of innovative approaches to poverty reduction and sustainable resource use, it provides practitioners with models of good practice in participatory, community-based resource management and contributes to broader learning in NRM policy. Author(s): Tyler, Stephen R. Source(s): , [341] p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2006 International development research centre (IDRC)…
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Policies and practices for securing and improving access to land
Abstract: This paper analyses the links between land access and poverty reduction, and reviews recent policy and practice to improve land access for poorer groups in different parts of the world. Author(s): Cotula, Lorenzo; Toulmin, Camilla; Quan, Julian Source(s): , Issue paper / International institute for environment and development; 1 31 p Issue paper /…
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Land rights reform and governance in Africa : how to make it work in the 21st century?
Abstract: This paper looks at the root causes of insecurity in land tenure and current indications as well as constraints of real reforms. It discusses the conditions for an enabling reform, through community-based and incrementally expanding change. Author(s): Alden Wily, Liz Source(s): , Discussion paper / United nations development programme 48 p Discussion paper /…