Title:
Strengthening participatory approaches to local governance : learning the lessons from abroad
Authors:
Gaventa, John
Place:
[Brighton
Publisher:
University of Sussex. Institute of development studies (IDS)]
Year:
2004
Journal:
National civic review
PAGE:
16--27
Subject:
Rural Decentralization and Local Governance
Keywords:
local government, governance, community participation, empowerment, guidelines, development strategies, legal aspects
Abstract:
The emergence of new forms of participatory governance are reviewed, some innovative strategies and legal frameworks for strengthening citizen engagement are examined, and some practical lessons are discussed.
URL:
http://www2.ids.ac.uk/logolink/resources/downloads/NCRGaventa.pdf
Document type:
Portal