Decentralisation reforms have rarely bred empowered democratic local authorities. Discretion and accountability relationships depend on the political economy of each country, and historical/colonial legacies. Findings result from...
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This paper from the United Nations Capital Development Fund provides an overview of lessons learned from the design and implementation of performance-based grant systems (PBGSs) for local governments in 15 developing countries...
Overview of the Asia Decentralisation Case Studies. Full study. Prepared by Paul Smoke - IBF International Consulting & Local Development International LLC November 2015
Overview of the Asia Decentralization Case Studies (Introduction + Overview) Prepared by Paul Smoke - IBF International Consulting & Local Development International LLC November 2015
Abstract: Disasters are often characterized by their sudden onset and complex nature. The need for innovative and trans-disciplinary research that starts from the practice of disaster response is uncontested. Yet, the realities of...