Tag: poverty alleviation
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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 /…
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Green and black gold in rural Cameroon : natural resources for local governance, justice and sustainability
Abstract: This study investigates the effects of forest management decentralization and oil compensation on local governance and local democracy in southern Cameroon. It suggests indicators and dynamics to be taken into account when assessing local governance. Author(s): Oyono, Phil René; Ribot, Jesse C.; Larson, Anne M. Source(s): , Environmental governance in Africa working papers; 22…
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Financing local service delivery for the MDGs : challenges and opportunities : workshop report
Abstract: In December 2005, a regional workshop was held in New Delhi, India, to discuss how to most effectively and efficiently decentralize delivery responsibilities in the key MDG-related sectors. Author(s): UNDP; UNCDF Source(s): , 19, 15 p., ill., tabs Published: 2006 United nations development programme] (UNDP) [etc., [New York, NY etc. (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Decentralisation and poverty reduction
Abstract: This Policy Insight highlights key determinants Author(s): Jütting, Johannes; Corsi, Elena; Stockmayer, Albrecht Source(s): , Policy insights / Organisation for economic co-operation and development; 5 6 p., ill., graphs, tabs Policy insights / Organisation for economic co-operation and development 5 Published: 2005 Organisation for economic co-operation and development (OECD). Development centre, Issy-les-Moulineaux (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Fiscal decentralisation and poverty reduction
Abstract: This primer is intended to provide an introduction to the main principles of fiscal decentralization, to examine linkages between poverty reduction and fiscal decentralization, to briefly describe major comparative experiences, and to clarify UNDP’s approaches and entry points. Author(s): Larsen, Henrik Fredborg Source(s): , UNDP primer 24 p UNDP primer Published: 2005 United nations…
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Unpacking developmental local government using soft systems methodology and MCDA tools
Abstract: Soft Systems Methodology (SSM) is used to clarify the activities that development local government implies for local authorities, focusing specifically on their ability to effectively impact upon poverty. It also uses a Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis approach in a small community in South Africa. Author(s): Scott, L. Source(s): , ORiON; Vol. 21, No. 2 p.…