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An Assessment of Sub-National Governance in Afghanistan (326 KB)
In this context, and with support from USAID, The Asia Foundation (TAF) undertook this
assessment in order to develop a broad understanding of the context, issues, and opportunities
surrounding development of sub-national governance...
In this context, and with support from USAID, The Asia Foundation (TAF) undertook this
assessment in order to develop a broad understanding of the context, issues, and opportunities
surrounding development of sub-national governance in Afghanistan. The objectives of this
assessment are as follows:
1) To review the current context of sub-national governance in Afghanistan;
2) To identify challenges to SNG as well as opportunities for further reform; and
3) To present a set of strategic recommendations that could be addressed by USAID and
TAF, as well as the donor community in Afghanistan and national government.
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04/01/2007 |
Analysis
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Regional Sharia Regulations in Indonesia: Anomaly or Symptom?, Robin Bush (747 KB)
An excerpt from Expressing Islam: Religious Life and Politics in Indonesia, edited by Greg Fealy and Sally White (Singapore: Institute of Southeast Asian Studies), 2008, pp. 174-191. Reproduced here with the kind permission of the...
An excerpt from Expressing Islam: Religious Life and Politics in Indonesia, edited by Greg Fealy and Sally White (Singapore: Institute of Southeast Asian Studies), 2008, pp. 174-191. Reproduced here with the kind permission of the publisher, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies, Singapore.
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09/24/2008 |
Analysis
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State Building, Political Progress, and Human Security in Afghanistan (8778 KB)
Reflections on the survey, "Afghanistan in 2006: A Survey of the Afghan People." An analysis of quantitative survey data with broader contextual interpretations. |
04/10/2007 |
Analysis
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The Mechanism to Settle Administrative Complaints in Vietnam - Challenges and Solutions (568 KB)
English version. This document provides a summary of key findings of a research project aimed at a better understanding of the nature of administrative complaints in Vietnam, the existing structure resolving those complaints, and how...
English version. This document provides a summary of key findings of a research project aimed at a better understanding of the nature of administrative complaints in Vietnam, the existing structure resolving those complaints, and how such a mechanism can be improved.
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09/14/2009 |
Analysis
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The Mechanism to Settle Administrative Complaints in Vietnam - Challenges and Solutions (Vietnamese version) (627 KB)
Vietnamese version. This document provides a summary of key findings of a research project aimed at a better understanding of the nature of administrative complaints in Vietnam, the existing structure resolving those complaints, and...
Vietnamese version. This document provides a summary of key findings of a research project aimed at a better understanding of the nature of administrative complaints in Vietnam, the existing structure resolving those complaints, and how such a mechanism can be improved.
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09/14/2009 |
Analysis
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Political Settlements: Implications for International Development Policy and Practice, Thomas Parks, William Cole (1854 KB)
Occasional Paper No. 2, July 2010
The processes of development are fundamentally shaped by powerful political, economic, and security actors in aid-recipient countries. These actors use their influence to shape formal governance...
Occasional Paper No. 2, July 2010
The processes of development are fundamentally shaped by powerful political, economic, and security actors in aid-recipient countries. These actors use their influence to shape formal governance institutions, policies, and the distribution of development assistance to advance their interests. The political settlements framework is an important new approach that may help international development organizations to better understand and respond to this reality and the challenges to developmental progress that is often affected by political dynamics in developing countries. This paper seeks to translate the concepts underlying political settlements into principles, strategies, and guidelines for practical action by donors and other development assistance organizations.
Thomas Parks, Regional Director for Governance and Conflict, The Asia Foundation
William Cole, Senior Director, Governance, Law, and Civil Society Programs & Program Strategy and Development, The Asia Foundation
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07/28/2010 |
Analysis
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How Civil Society Organizations Work Politically to Promote Pro-Poor Policies in Decentralized Indonesian Cities, Laurel MacLaren, Alam Surya Putra, Erman Rahman (2493 KB)
Occasional Paper No. 6, June 2011
A brief paper examining how civil society organizations take advantage of the increased opportunities created by decentralization to influence local policy outcomes in urban areas of Indonesia,...
Occasional Paper No. 6, June 2011
A brief paper examining how civil society organizations take advantage of the increased opportunities created by decentralization to influence local policy outcomes in urban areas of Indonesia, focusing on the cities of Semarang and Pekalongan.
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06/29/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Synopsis (5828 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Ilocos Region, Agnes Grace Cargamento (911 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Cagayan Valley Region, Virginia Castillejos-Liquigan (1317 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Cordillera Administrative Region, Arellano A. Colongon, Jr. (1400 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Central Luzon Region, Modesta G. Lugos (1471 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: CALABARZON MIMAROPA Region, Conchita Ragrario (959 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Bicol Region, Cristina Lim (1927 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Western Visayas Region, April Dream Teodosio (1500 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Central Visayas Region, Josephine Cemine (1512 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Eastern Visayas Region, Buenaventura B. Dargantes (983 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Zamboanga Peninsula Region, Chona Q. Sarmiento (971 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Northern Mindanao Region, Julita Bokingo (996 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Davao Region, Ed. B. Prantilla (1038 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: SOCCSKSARGEN Region, Nelia Agbon (1466 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Caraga Region, Alma A. Eleazar (1346 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization: Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao, Randolph Parcasio (902 KB)
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local...
The 11th Rapid Field Appraisal of Decentralization examines the results of decentralization in Philippine local governments, specifically on four key performance areas: local governance and administration, social services and health, local economic development, and environmental management.
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10/07/2011 |
Analysis
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Key Findings- Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People (369 KB)
Key findings from the Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People publication. |
11/14/2011 |
Analysis
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FAQs- Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People (331 KB)
Frequently asked questions regarding the publication Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People. |
11/14/2011 |
Analysis
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Preface- Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People (Pashto) (48 KB)
Pashto translation of the preface for Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People. |
11/14/2011 |
Analysis
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Preface- Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People (Dari) (57 KB)
Dari translation of the preface for Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People. |
11/14/2011 |
Analysis
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FAQs- Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People (Pashto) (136 KB)
Pashto translation of the FAQs for Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People. |
11/14/2011 |
Analysis
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FAQs- Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People (Dari) (207 KB)
Dari translation of the FAQs for Afghanistan in 2011: A Survey of the Afghan People. |
11/14/2011 |
Analysis
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Staying True in Nepal: Understanding Community Mediation through Action Research, John Paul Lederach and Preeti Thapa (1728 KB)
Occasional Paper No. 10, January 2012
This paper explores the use of participatory action research as a method to deepen the practice of mediation at the village level in rural Nepal. Mediation, initially introduced with a strong...
Occasional Paper No. 10, January 2012
This paper explores the use of participatory action research as a method to deepen the practice of mediation at the village level in rural Nepal. Mediation, initially introduced with a strong Western orientation, has evolved through practice and the response to daily conflict during and after the civil war. At its inception, the program was framed as an "access to justice" initiative. Conducted with district and village-level mediators and trainers, the research yielded important insights into how and why mediation practices were effective, and led to significant changes in training materials and approach.
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01/11/2012 |
Analysis
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