Tag: poverty alleviation
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Can the design of community-driven development reduce the risk of elite capture? : evidence from Indonesia
Abstract: This study from Indonesia shows that while CDD projects can help create spaces for elite and non-elite community leaders to emerge, elite control of project decision-making is pervasive. Project-initiated accountability arrangements, such as democratic leadership selection, could curb this. Author(s): Fritzen, Scott A. Source(s): , 38 p., ill., tabs Published: 2006 National university of…
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Working with the community for improved health
Abstract: This Health Bulletin explores community participation in health, using five case studies of participatory processes and their role in instigating important health and well-being benefits. Author(s): Gryboski, Kristina Source(s): , Health bulletin / Population reference bureau; 3 ii, 23 p., ill., graphs, tabs Health bulletin / Population reference bureau 3 Published: 2006 Population reference…
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Power analysis : experiences and challenges : concept note
Abstract: This position paper reflects on SIDA’s experiences with power analysis. A full understanding of informal and formal power structures and power relations is essential to multi-dimensional analyses of the politics of poverty reduction. Author(s): Bjuremalm, Helena Source(s): , 30 p. Published: 2006 Swedish international development cooperation agency (Sida). Department for democracy and social development,…
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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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IFAD’s performance and impact in decentralizing environments : experiences from Ethiopia, Tanzania and Uganda : thematic evaluation
Abstract: This IFAD evaluation could not conclude that decentralization in Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda has enhanced the impact of IFAD-assisted interventions, or made them more pro-poor or more accountable to the poor. Recommendations are made for capacity building, accountability, and project design. Author(s): IFAD Source(s): , Report / International fund for agricultural development; 1641 xxx,…
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Lessons learned on the use of power and drivers of change analyses in development co-operation : review commissioned by the OECD DAC network on governance (GOVNET) : final report
Abstract: Power and DOC analysis addresses the traditional donor problem of ‘political will’ and its impact on national policies and development processes that promote accountability, participation, transparency, equality in dignity and rights of the poor and marginalized groups. Author(s): Dahl-Østergaard, Tom Source(s): , 42 p., ill., tabs Published: 2005 Organisation for economic co-operation and development…
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Decentralization and district development : participatory & multi-sectoral framework for decentralized policies and local development strategies addressed to Millennium development goals : consolidated review of case studies, regional experiences, best practices and evidences based on UNCDF & UNDP support in Mozambique
Abstract: The document is an integrated and multi-sectoral policy paper that provides a general framework for mainstreaming sectoral decentralization into local development with special emphasis on the eradication of poverty, accountability, participation, and capacity building. Author(s): Massuanganhe, Israel Jacob Source(s): , Working paper / UNCDF & UNDP; 3 vi, 47 p., ill., graphs, tabs Working…