Tag: Women
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Impact evaluation of the second phase of the Kecamatan development program in Indonesia
Abstract: This report seeks to determine the impact of community-driven development approaches on traditional measures of household welfare and access to services. The report outlines how the participation of women is addressed in the second phase of the Kecamatan Development Programme (KDP2). Author(s): Voss, John Source(s): , vii, 42 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 World…
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PNPM-rural baseline report
Abstract: This report seeks to determine the impact of community-driven development approaches on poverty alleviation and access to services in Indonesia. Disadvantaged groups such as female-headed households are poorer and face stronger challenges in accessing education than poor households in general. Author(s): Voss, John Source(s): , xii, 31 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 World bank…
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Making reform work : institutions, dispositions, and the improving health of Bangladesh
Abstract: This article examines whether local governance in Bangladesh can reduce maternal and child mortality, using data from high and low-performing upazilas. According to theory local government responsiveness and accountability is primarily the product of the openness and competition of its politics. Author(s): Faquet, Jean-Paul; Ali, Zulfigar Source(s): , World development; vol. 37, no. 1…
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Does gender influence forest management? : exploring cases from East Africa and Latin America : paper
Abstract: A comparative study of varying proportions of women in forest user groups across 4 countries at varying stages of devolution shows that mixed female and male user groups may have the most positive impact on enhancing forest resource enhancing behaviour. Author(s): Mwangi, Esther; Meinzen-Dick, Ruth; Sun, Yan; Banana, Abwoli Source(s): , 35 p., ill.,…
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Women’s empowerment and good governance through community radio : best experiences for an action research process
Abstract: This collection of articles seeks to contribute to the impact of community radio on governance issues especially related to gender equality and women’s rights. The publication is part of a two-year participatory action research process to address the challenges to women’s participation in democracy. Author(s): Solervicens, Marcelo Source(s): , [136] p., ill., tabs Published:…
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Decentralization, local power and women’s rights : global trends in participation, representation and access to public services : policy recommendations
Abstract: The document comprises a set of policy recommendations that define a global agenda on gender and decentralization. It is intended as a resource for action, to be taken up by policy-makers, politicians, multilateral, bilateral and donor agencies, and civil society organizations. Author(s): IDRC Source(s): , 12 p. Published: 2008 International development research centre (IDRC)…
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Women as political actors : formal criteria and informal dynamics in electing women councillors in Niger
Abstract: A quota system for women was used in the municipal council elections in Niger to enhance the representation of women councillors. This demonstrates that the decentralization process can provide women with a better access to local politics. Author(s): Tegels, José; Abdou, Maïmouna Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-04 24 p., ill., tabs SNV publications H0702-04…
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Local government, gender and integrated development planning
Abstract: The outcomes of a research project carried out in KwaZulu-Natal over the period 2004-2006 are discussed. The research examined the effects of decentralization on women’s rights and entitlements. Author(s): Todes, Alison; Sithole, Pearl; Williamson, Amanda Source(s): , vi, 41 p., ill., maps, tabs, 28 cm Published: 2007 HSRC press, Cape Town (English ISBN/ISSN: 978-0-7969-2197-0/…
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Engendering exclusion in Senegal’s democratic decentralization : subordinating women through participatory natural resource management
Abstract: A study among the rural population in the Malidino reserve, Senegal, shows that participatory approaches and decentralization are insufficient for ensuring greater gender equity and equality; moreover, they may be exacerbating extant cleavages. Author(s): Bandiaky, Solange Source(s): , Representation, equity and environment working paper; 31 iv, 22 p., ill Representation, equity and environment working…
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Genre et planification communale : expériences du Bénin, du Mali et du Niger
Abstract: This report provides an overview of experiences from Benin, Mali, and Niger with regard to supporting the integration of the gender dimension in the local planning process following the decentralization reform in these countries. Author(s): Asare-Kokou, Sabine; Baltissen, Gérard; Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M. Source(s): , vii, 43 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2007 Stichting Nederlandse…