Tag: poverty alleviation
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Energising local economies : an overview : conference report
Abstract: The need for establishing national local economic development (LED) frameworks was emphasized. LED not only can help reduce poverty and deliver the MDGs, but also creates a climate for partnership and inward investment that is vital to all communities to improve local livelihoods. Author(s): Rhodes, Sue Source(s): , Commonwealth journal of local governance (CJLG);…
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Perspectives on decentralization
Abstract: This articles deals with issues connected to accountability and transparency, with the complicated record of decentralization as a force for poverty reduction, and what happens within elected bodies at or near the local level in less developed countries. Author(s): Manor, James Source(s): , Working paper / Swedish International centre for local democracy; 3 iii,…
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Responsive institutions : local governance
Abstract: According to this Fast Facts Brochure of UNDP, for poor people to make their voices heard, local institutions of governance are the most important avenue. This is where the poor, women and minorities can participate in governance and influence decisions affecting their lives. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , Fast facts [2] p., ill Fast facts…
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LG alliance : Local government alliance for international development
Abstract: With backing from the British government, five local government agencies have got together to increase understanding of the role of local government in reducing poverty internationally. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 UK Local government alliance for international development (LG alliance), London (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.lg-alliance.org/
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When ‘civics’ go ‘governance’ : on the role and relevance of civic organisations in the policy arena in sub-Saharan Africa
Abstract: Brouwers questions the effectiveness of the lobby and advocacy work of civil society in Africa when it comes to advancing democracy and triggering development for the poor. It is time to revisit the theory of change of external engagement with civic actors in the global South. Author(s): Brouwers, Ria Source(s): , The power of…
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Embedding poor people’s voices in local governance : participation and political empowerment in India : a report to West Bengal stakeholders
Abstract: This is a preliminary report on the opportunities available to poor and marginalised households in West Bengal’s present political conditions to participate within formal structures of local governance. Author(s): WUR Source(s): , [26] p., ill., maps, tabs Published: 2011 Wageningen UR (WUR), [Wageningen (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://edepot.wur.nl/162337
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Third national program for community empowerment in rural areas (PNPM-rural)
Abstract: Rural PNPM Mandiri is a core part of PNPM Mandiri and is developed from the Kecamatan Development Program (KDP) launched in 1998. The Rural PNPM Mandiri overall objective is to reduce poverty and improve local-level governance in rural areas of Indonesia, using a participatory planning process. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , Published: 2011 World…
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Community driven development in Bangladesh : factors behind the reality
Abstract: A review of community driven development in Bangladesh demonstrates that both formal and informal organizations can bring about people centric development through empowerment. Successful cases include social forestry, community-based health management, microfinance, and cereal banks. Author(s): Baroi, Harold Sougato; Rabbani, Golam Source(s): , Canadian social science; Vol. 7, No. 4 p. 74-81, ill Canadian…
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Women’s land rights and women’s empowerment : one and the same?
Abstract: sl276slmult1Women’s land rights are particularly crucial, as secure access to land and other natural resources is a basis for sustainable livelihoods and a key factor in assuring food security. The ability to access land is contingent on processes of empowerment. Author(s): Pallas, Sabine Source(s): , p. 269-289, ill. Published: 2011 Graduate institute of international…
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Indonesia Kecamatan development program
Abstract: The Kecamatan Development Program (KDP) was a national Government of Indonesia program that aimed at alleviating poverty, strengthening local government and community institutions, and improving local governance. It ran from 1998 to 2009. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , Published: 2011 World bank, Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://go.worldbank.org/3THYNMRD00