Tag: poverty alleviation

• Forest management decentralization in Kenya : effects on household farm forestry decisions in Kakamega

  Abstract: The effects of forest decentralization through the Kenya Forest Act of 2005, on farm forestry investment was studied among Kakamega forest communities. It was found that participatory forest management reduces investments by the poor, so complementary measures will be necessary. Author(s): Nyangena, Wilfred; Ogada, Maurice Juma; Sikei, Geophrey Source(s): , [32] p., ill., tabs…

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  decentralization in government, development policy, forest management, forest resources, Kenya, legislation, poverty alleviation

• Justice in the forests : a series of short films

  Abstract: The Forest Governance Learning Group (FGLG) has produced a series of short films which show how small teams can have a big impact in tackling forest governance. They collectively make the case that for long term sustainability it is necessary to put social justice centre stage. Author(s): IIED Source(s): , 1 file, ill. Published:…

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• FIG special

  Abstract: This special geomatics issue presents an interview with Hernando de Soto, who believes land registration is the starting point for poverty alleviation, and discusses what societal and technological dynamics may affect the international practice of land administration over the coming 20 years. Author(s): Lemmens, Mathias Source(s): , GIM international : the global magazine for…

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  cadastral surveys, innovations, land tenure, poverty alleviation, private sector, Public administration

• Forest governance learning group

  Abstract: The FGLG aims to improve governance of forest resources internationally and in 11 countries through: (1) forest rights and small forest enterprises; (2) legitimate forest products; (3) pro-poor climate mitigation forestry; and (4) trans-national learning for improved social justice in forestry. Author(s): IIED Source(s): , Published: 2011 International institute for environment and development (IIED),…

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  africa south of sahara, Asia, forest management, Governance, international co-operation, poverty alleviation, small enterprises, social justice

• Annual World bank conference on land and poverty : conference agenda

  Abstract: The theme of the 2011 conference was “Countries strengthen land governance”. In a period of land grabbing, better land governance can encourage investment, steer urban growth and improve social welfare. It also helps countries overcome a legacy of inequality, dispossession and conflict. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , Published: 2011 World bank, Washington, DC (English…

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  benin, Brazil, China, colombia, ethiopia, ghana, Governance, India, institution building, land acquisition, land rights, land tenure, malawi, namibia, poverty alleviation, private sector, Public administration, South Africa

• Basic services provision across ten years of implementation of the local government code : issues and challenges in decentralized governance

  Abstract: The provision of devolved basic services by local governments in Surigao del Norte, Philippines, is analysed, using data on health, education, welfare, agriculture and livelihoo. Two frameworks were used: the soufflé theory of decentralization by Parker, and the Local Government Code. Author(s): Sunico, Florencio F. Source(s): , 35 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2011…

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  agricultural development, basic services, decentralization in government, education, health, Local Government, Philippines, poverty alleviation

• Social status and the challenges of governance : evidence from low-income housing delivery in South African municipalities

  Abstract: This chapter describes a case study of housing delivery in South African municipalities, where constituents’ concerns for their social position are the cause of serious implementation delays. It is part of a dissertation that investigates how citizens’ concerns for social status affect politics. Author(s): McClendon, Gwyneth Source(s): , 54 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published:…

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  housing, Local Government, poverty alleviation, public services, social aspects, South Africa

• Expert advocacy for the marginalised : how and why democratic mediation matters to deepening democracy in the global South

  Abstract: Different kinds of democratic mediation are reviewed: mediation as professional advocacy; mediation as representational entrepreneurship; and, mediation as citizenship development. In the last case, the empowerment of communities typically has a mostly positive impact on local governance. Author(s): Piper, Laurence; Von Lieres, Bettina Source(s): , IDS working paper; 364 41 p., ill., tab, 30…

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  andhra pradesh, angola, bangladesh, Brazil, civil society, democracy, Governance, India, mediation, nongovernmental organizations, political participation, poverty alleviation, social justice, South Africa

• Political decentralization and the effectiveness of aid

  Abstract: Analysis of data for three important development goals (increasing economic growth, lowering infant mortality, and overcoming poverty) in 81 countries (1990-2009) suggests that aid is not more effective in decentralized countries. Author(s): Baskaran, Thushyanthan; Bigsten, Arne; Hessami, Zohal Source(s): , 33 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2011 Göteborgs universitet], [Göteborg (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…

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  Africa, asia and the pacific, caribbean region, child health, decentralization in government, development strategies, economic growth, latin america, poverty alleviation

• Empowerment : an approach for development in rural areas of Iran

  Abstract: Empowerment as a strategy for rural development in Iran is discussed. A distinction is made between social, political, psychological, and organizational empowerment. An integrated approach is advocated, involving local governnment, community support, and decentralized sectoral approaches. Author(s): Allahdadi, Fatemeh Source(s): , Journal of American science; Vol. 7, No. 5 p. 378-381, ill Journal of…

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  Empowerment, iran, Local Government, poverty alleviation, rural areas