Tag: rural development

• Local democracy, democratic decentralisation and rural development : theories, challenges and options for policy

  Abstract: The effectiveness of decentralization for rural poverty reduction depends on: (1) an appropriate balance between autonomy and accountability; (2) constructive support from external actors; and (3) a commitment to democratic deepening. Author(s): Johnson, Craig Source(s): Development policy review; 19(2001)4, p. 521-532 Development policy review 19(2001)4 Published: 2001 Lit, (English ISBN/ISSN: /0950-6764 Link: http://www.uoguelph.ca/~cjohns06/publications/decentralisation.pdf

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  January 1, 2001

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  accountability, decentralization in government, democracy, development assistance, Local Government, poverty alleviation, rural development, rural poverty

• Designing rules for demand-driven rural investment funds : the Latin American experience

  Abstract: The demand-driven rural investment fund (DRIFs) is a mechanism for decentralizing decision-making authority and financial resources to local governments and communities. This study explores how well-designed DRIF rules could substitute for central veto power. Author(s): Wiens, Thomas; Guadagni, Maurizio Source(s): , World bank technical paper; 407 xix, 69 p., ill., graphs, tabs, 28 cm…

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  January 1, 1998

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  Brazil, colombia, community participation, decentralization in government, decision-making, finance, funds, institution building, latin america, Local Government, Mexico, project activities, project management, public finance, rural development, rural poverty

• Decentralisation and rural development : the role of the public and private sector in the provision of agricultural support services

  Abstract: This report looks at several ways that local government could provide an enabling environment for the private sector. This requires an appreciation that a vibrant private sector can increase the productivity of the local economy and hence increase the long-term viability of local government. Author(s): Smith, Lawrence D. Source(s): , 11 p. Published: 1998…

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  January 1, 1998

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  agricultural extension, decentralization in government, economic development, economic growth, enterprise development, Local Government, private sector, rural development