The emerging civil society : an initial assessment of civil society in Vietnam : CIVICUS civil society index shortened assessment tool
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Abstract:
This assessment of civil society in Vietnam has shown that there is considerable potential within civil society for further participation by individuals to work towards a better society. The assessment was carried out by the CSI-SAT (Civil Society Index Shortened Assessment Tool) project. Currently the fragmentation of civil society may appear to be a disadvantage, but could turn into an advantage if society opens up further and if the various groups and organisations connect more strongly and improve the division of labour so that each one can focus on what it does best. Simultaneously, organisations should work on deepening the involvement and responsibilities of their members. There is a clear need for further studies on the situation of civil society in the provinces and communities, as well as on the role and performance of umbrella organisations. There is also a clear need to improve the environment and support for CSOs so that they can develop into stronger organisations advancing the living conditions of Vietnamese people.
Note:
Ed. by: I. Norlund
Authors:
Dang Ngoc Dinh
,
Bach Tan Sinh
,
Chu Dung
,
Dang Ngoc Quang
,
Do Bich Diem
,
Nguyen Manh Cuong
,
Tang The Cuong
,
Vu Chi Mai
Country:
Viet Nam
Category:
Policy
Keywords:
civil society
,
participation
Language:
eng
Organization:
SNV - Netherlands Development Organisation
Place:
Hanoi
Publisher:
Vietnam Institute of Development Studies (VIDS) [etc.]
Year:
2006
Region:
Southeast Asia
Right:
© 2006 VIDS, UNDP, SNV, CIVICUS
Subject:
Social and Political Change
Title:
The emerging civil society : an initial assessment of civil society in Vietnam : CIVICUS civil society index shortened assessment tool