Tag: rural development
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Evaluation of UNDP contribution to strengthening local governance participation
Abstract: The evaluation recommends that UNDP should more explicitly and effectively mainstream local governance into all programmatic focus areas by developing a coherent framework that is firmly grounded in the practice of human development. Author(s): Daniel, Louise Source(s): , xviii, 74 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 United nations development programme (UNDP), New York, NY (English…
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Empowering Indonesian communities through direct participation in developing infrastructure and services
Abstract: The National Program for Community Empowerment encourages local communities to participate in the planning process; provides financial support to the communities for poverty alleviation; and enhances the partnership of central and local governments to best provide services where most needed. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , IBRD results 6 p., ill IBRD results Published: 2010…
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Participation and decentralization for agricultural and rural development
Abstract: India has been a pioneer in formulating a strong vision for decentralization and increased people’s participation in agricultural and rural development. The vision is over 60 years old and in many countries has proven to be of tremendous value to revitalizing agricultural and rural development. Author(s): Binswanger-Mkhize, Hans P. Source(s): , [2] p. Published:…
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United nations development programme India
Abstract: UNDP helps strengthen Indian systems, institutions and mechanisms enabling local elected representatives, officials and communities to perform their functions effectively, including planning, implementation and monitoring of decentralized development programmes. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , Published: 2010 United nations development programme (UNDP) India, New Delhi (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.undp.org.in/whatwedo/democratic_governance
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PREVAL monitoring and evaluation (PM&E) for rural development
Abstract: PREVAL is a global platform working with (national and local) government institutions, project technical units, and rural organisations to build and strengthen capacity to develop and implement Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation systems to produce information for decision making and learning. Author(s): PREVAL Source(s): , Published: 2009 PREVAL, Lima (English; Spanish ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://preval.org/en
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‘Land grabs’ in Africa : can the deals work for development
Abstract: sl241slmult0The paper looks at the recent wave of large-scale land acquisitions in poorer countries which has sparked a major debate. It analyzes how these investments can either create new opportunities to improve local living standards, or further marginalize the poor. Author(s): Cotula, Lorenzo; Vermeulen, Sonja Source(s): , IIED briefing [4] p., ill., graphs, maps…
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Land grab or development opportunity? : agricultural investment and international land deals in Africa
Abstract: The first detailed study of large scale land acquisitions in Africa analyses the modalities and likely impacts. highlighting the possible opportunities if things are managed well and warns of the risks to food security and rural development if contracts are not properly negotiated and enforced. Author(s): Cotula, Lorenzo Source(s): , viii, 120 p., ill.,…
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IRRAD : Institute rural research development
Abstract: IRRAD envisions rural people across India motivated and empowered to make their lives more secure and prosperous through education, better health, improved skills and supportive governance. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2009 Institute rural research development (IRRAD), Gurgaon (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.smsfoundation.org/