Tag: Sustainable development
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The role of sub-national authorities in the SDGs governance framework
The Co-Chairs of the Open Working Group and Major Groups and other stakeholders had interactive dialogue on cross-cutting issues for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Process during the Intersessional Meeting in NY on the 22th November. The one day session helped conceptualize: Practical approaches to rights-based SDGs that include the 3 dimensions of sustainable development…
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The sustainability of community participation activities in pre-university education : case study on developing the board of trustees
Abstract: Since the 1990s, the government of Egypt attempts to improve the quality of education by way of decentralization . Donors assist by strengthening the role of the Board of trustees in schools to promote community participation. This was effective, but the effect dropped off after donor withdrawal. Author(s): Megeed, Hebatallah Yehia Abdel Source(s): ,…
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UCLG-MEWA : United cities and local governments Middle East and west Asia section
Abstract: UCLG-MEWA continues its activities for cities and local governments in the region, serving the main principles of democracy, human rights, local self-government, international solidarity, accountability and transparency, and sustainable development. Author(s): UCLG Source(s): , Published: 2012 United cities and local governments Middle East and west Asia section (UCLG-MEWA), Istanbul (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.uclg-mewa.org/
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Local economic development in Africa : the case of Saclepea, Liberia
Abstract: In a case study of Saclepea, Liberia, this paper shows the role that an appropriately designed local economic development (LED) plan can play in a rural African community emerging from crisis. It was concluded that local participation is crucial to the sustainability and success of LED efforts. Author(s): Trussell, Melissa Rose; Moore, Robert Elijah…
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Rural water development in sub-Saharan Africa : a comparative study between Uganda and Tanzania
Abstract: One of the recommendations of this study is that In a country where the government takes responsibility for basic water services, such as Uganda, NGOs need to work through local government, even if it can be slow and at times frustrating. Author(s): De Cecco, Paola Source(s): , Master’s theses; paper 4228SJSU scholar works xii,…
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Land acquisitions in Tanzania : strong sustainability, weak sustainability and the importance of comparative methods : paper
Abstract: This analysis of large-scale land acquisitions in Tanzania shows that much of the controversy involves issues of weak sustainability – particularly levels of compensation to local villagers – rather than issues of strong sustainability such as food security, biodiversity and ecosystem services. Author(s): Purdon, Mark Source(s): , 52 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published:…
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Local municipality productive efficiency and its determinants in South Africa
Abstract: The potential determinants of efficiency gaps among 231 local municipalities in South Africa are investigated. It is shown that 3 categories of municipalities could have achieved the same level of services with 16 to 80% fewer resources. Fiscal autonomy and skilled top management were key factors. Author(s): Monkam, Nara F. Source(s): , Department of…
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Sustainable local government finances
Abstract: The website of the learning project on sustainable local government finances Decentralization and Local Governance Network (DLGN) gives access to all the results of the learning project that have been worked out during a long and fruitful discussion process. Author(s): DEZA Source(s): , Published: 2011 Decentralization and local governance network (DLGN), [Berne] (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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AccountAbility
Abstract: AccountAbility provides solutions to challenges in corporate responsibility and sustainable development through its standards, research, and advisory services. It is increasingly engaged in civil society and partnership governance and accountability. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 AccountAbility, London [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.accountability.org/
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Decentralisation of rural water : moving towards a solution or out-sourcing the problem?
Abstract: This presentation gives an overview of field studies of decentralization as a key contextual issue in rural water supply in Latin America and Africa. The audio can be downloaded from http://www.watercentre.org/wash2011/resolveuid/d92b27937427be17590dc3c317e8b75d. Author(s): Lockwood, Harold Source(s): , 15 p., ill., graphs, maps Published: 2011 Triple-s, Water services that last, [The Hague] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…