Title: Blurring the boundaries : citizen action across states and societies : a summary of findings from a decade of collaborative research on citizen engagement

Authors: Benequista, Nicholas and Gaventa, John

Place: Brighton

Publisher: Development research centre on citizenship, participation and accountability (Citizenship DRC)

Year: 2011

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Subject: Rural Decentralization and Local Governance

Keywords: popular participation, governance, development projects, development strategies, economic development, political participation, civil society, religious aspects

Abstract: This report argues that the 'good governance' agenda is due for a citizen-led upheaval: citizens can in fact galvanize and lead fundamental governance reform themselves. It also suggests how best to formulate context-specific strategies for pursuing a citizen-led development agenda.

URL: http://www.drc-citizenship.org/system/assets/1052734700/original/1052734700-cdrc.2011-blurring.pdf

Document type: Report