Tag: poverty alleviation
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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.…
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Bringing the poor into advocacy : a look at Ghana HIPC Watch
Abstract: This article shares the experience of the Social Enterprise Development Foundation of West Africa (SEND Foundation) in building the capacity of civil society groups and local government officials in resource-poor northern Ghana to engage meaningfully with the Ghana Poverty Reduction Strategy. Author(s): Kamara, Siapha; Yeboah, Harriet Source(s): , Participatory learning and action (PLA); 51…
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Decentralization : poverty reduction, empowerment and participation (unedited version)
Abstract: Author(s): Collado, Cristino M. Source(s): , Economic & social affairs 184 p., ill., graphs, tabs Economic & social affairs Published: 2005 United nations (UN). Department of economic and social affairs (DESA), New York, NY (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://unpan1.un.org/intradoc/groups/public/documents/un/unpan021964.pdf
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Toolkit for localising the Millennium development goals : a UNDP capacity development resource
Abstract: The purpose of this toolkit is to develop capacities of local governments and their communities to ensure a strong Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) focus in their local development strategies and effective and efficient conversion of public funds into public benefits. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , 96 p., ill., tabs Published: 2005 United nations development programme…
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Stocktacking of social accountability initiatives in the Asia and Pacific region
Abstract: The findings of a stocktaking exercise of social accountability approaches and initiatives in the Asia and Pacific region are summarized. The report looks specifically at the tools, mechanisms, and activities that were used to improve governments’ accountability in relation to selected initiatives. Author(s): Arroyo, Dennis; Sirker, Karen Source(s): , vi, 39 p., ill., tabs…
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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…