Tag: social development
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Local government reform programme II : (decentralisation by devolution : executive summary July 2008 – June 2013
Abstract: The aim of the 5-year decentralization by devolution programme (2008-2013) of the Tanzanian government is to build local government capacity for it to be inclusive and accountable in the planning, implementation and delivery of basic social services, socio-economic development and poverty reduction. Author(s): Tanzania Source(s): , [21] p. draft Published: 2009 Regional administration and…
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Local governance support program (LGSP)
Abstract: This film shows the activities of the Local Governance Support Program (LGSP) in Bangladesh on strengthening Union Parishads. LGSP aims at capacity building of the people at grass roots level by having them participate directly in development activities and development schemes. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , 12.57 min., ill. Published: 2008 World bank, Washington,…
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Local authorities in the north and south and the Millennium development goals : eight ways to change the world
Abstract: Different ways for northern local governments to contribute to achieving the Millennium Development Goals are outlined. Author(s): Llopart, Jordi; Maddoli, Lucia; Mehta, Dinesh Source(s): , [40] p., ill. Published: 2008 United nations (UN) millennium campaign, [New York, NY] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.lg-alliance.org/component/docman/doc_download/10-un-local-authorities-a-the-mdgs.html
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The Centre for citizens participation in the African union (CCP-AU)
Abstract: The CCP-AU seeks to support citizens and other actors to integrate African Union (AU) policy standards and legal instruments in national laws, policies and programmes that promote good governance, gender equality, and the realisation of basic economic, political, social and cultural rights. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2008 Centre for citizens participation in the African…
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Will patients be better off with a decentralised basic health service? : effectiveness of a decentralizing basic health service in Burkina Faso
Abstract: In Burkina Faso health services are being decentralized to municipalities after the local elections of 2006. Significant capacity strengthening, creation of new structures, and changing behaviour of the various stakeholders will be needed, or else the poorest patients risk paying the price. Author(s): Wal, Bertram Van Der Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-10 32 p.,…
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Pelican initiative : platform for evidence-based learning & communications for social change
Abstract: A Dgroup that brings together development practitioners from different disciplines to enhance practical understanding of joint learning processes in development and to identify strategies to strengthen them. Author(s): Dgroups Partnership Source(s): , Published: 2007 Bellanet : with UNAIDS etc.], [Ottawa etc. (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://dgroups.org/Community.aspx?c=3c4b8b5b-d151-4c38-9e7b-7a8a1a456f20
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Afrobarometer : an African-led series of national public attitude surveys on democracy and governance in Africa
Abstract: Afrobarometer is African-led initiative that reports the results of national sample surveys on the attitudes of citizens in selected African countries towards democracy, markets, civil society, and other aspects of development. Author(s): Afrobarometer Source(s): , Published: 2007 Afrobarometer, [Cape Town etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.afrobarometer.org/
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Educational governance at local level : policy paper & evaluation guidelines
Abstract: This booklet contains a policy paper on implementing educational decentralization and local governance, followed by evaluation guidelines for developing a framework to evaluate progress in the implementation of devolution at country level. The need for participation in diversity is emphasized. Author(s): Khan, Faryal Source(s): , 82 p., ill., tabs Published: 2007 United Nations educational,…
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Decentralisation and local governance
Abstract: This gateway guide points readers to useful, credible and up-to-date online resources in relation to decentralisation and local governance (D&LG) in a development context. Author(s): GSDRC Source(s): , Published: 2006 University of Birmingham. Governance and social development resource centre (GSDRC), Birmingham (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.gsdrc.org/go/gateway-guides/decentralisation-and-local-governance
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GSDRC : Governance and social development resource centre
Abstract: The Governance and Social Development Resource Centre (GSDRC) aims to help reduce poverty by informing policymaking and enhancing professional knowledge in relation to governance, conflict and social development. The website offers an extensive document library and topic guides. Author(s): GSDRC Source(s): , Published: 2006 University of Birmingham. Governance and social development resource centre (GSDRC),…