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This resource book is designed to help citizens groups to establish cooperative relationships with local authorities and lay the groundwork for better governance and social accountability at the local level. The book contains information about...

This resource book is designed to help citizens groups to establish cooperative relationships with local authorities and lay the groundwork for better governance and social accountability at the local level. The book contains information about participatory approaches to building public confidence in local authorities and changing attitudes of local government toward citizens and citizen groups. The module guides trainers in affecting knowledge, attitudes and perceptions and describes the steps required to build partnerships between local authorities and civil society.

A look at the legal framework for labor migration of Cambodian women to Malaysia (for domestic work) and Cambodian men to Thailand (to work in agribusiness); and an analysis of the rules that govern regular migration while identifying...

A look at the legal framework for labor migration of Cambodian women to Malaysia (for domestic work) and Cambodian men to Thailand (to work in agribusiness); and an analysis of the rules that govern regular migration while identifying legislation that can be employed to protect those who become victims during irregular migration and that can be used against those who perpetrate and profit from it.

A comparative research project that provides an overview of civil society organizations (CSOs) in Vietnam. The research was carried out in Vietnam's two major metropolitan areas, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, which are the bases for the majority...

A comparative research project that provides an overview of civil society organizations (CSOs) in Vietnam. The research was carried out in Vietnam's two major metropolitan areas, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, which are the bases for the majority of Vietnamese CSOs. The research team selected fifty representative CSOs from each city, interviewing leaders of those organizations on multiple aspects of civil society operation and development. The findings focus on civil society governance, programmatic focus, operational approaches, forms of engagement with other sectors such as businesses and government, networking, and funding.

Indonesia's mass-based Muslim organizations are increasingly at the forefront of new policy reform efforts to reduce poverty and improve governance at the city, district and provincial levels. The Asia Foundation has supported these efforts in...

Indonesia's mass-based Muslim organizations are increasingly at the forefront of new policy reform efforts to reduce poverty and improve governance at the city, district and provincial levels. The Asia Foundation has supported these efforts in a concerted fashion through partnerships with Muhammadiyah, Nahdlatul Ulama, and highly skilled technical advocacy and governance reform NGOs. This program builds on existing networks of Indonesian mass-based Muslim organizations by bringing the influence and credibility of Islamic organizations together with the technical advocacy experience of economic reform groups.

PRAKARSA MASYARAKAT SIPIL MELAWAN KEMISKINAN

Organisasi massa Islam di Indonesia saat ini sedang mengembangkan upaya ke depan dalam memperbarui reformasi kebijakan untuk penanggulangan kemiskinan dan peingkatan tata pemerintahan di...

PRAKARSA MASYARAKAT SIPIL MELAWAN KEMISKINAN

Organisasi massa Islam di Indonesia saat ini sedang mengembangkan upaya ke depan dalam memperbarui reformasi kebijakan untuk penanggulangan kemiskinan dan peingkatan tata pemerintahan di tingkat kota/kabupaten dan propinsi. Asia Foundation mendukung upaya tersebut dalam bentuk yang nyata melalui kemitraan antara organisasi massa Islam seperti Muhammadiyah, Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) dan LSM yang memiliki ketrampilan teknis dalam advokasi dan reformasi tata pemerin- tahan. Program ini dibangun melalui jaringan yang sudah ada dengan organisasi massa Islam di Indonesia melalui penggu-naan pengaruh dan kredibilitasnya bersama dengan kelompok pembaharu ekonomi yang berpengalaman dalam melakukan advokasi.

This research examines communitiesʼ experiences of two different decentralized development programs in Timor-Leste: the Programa Dezenvolvimentu Lokal (PDL), and the Pakote Dezenvolvimentu Desentrilizadu (PDD). Using...

This research examines communitiesʼ experiences of two different decentralized development programs in Timor-Leste: the Programa Dezenvolvimentu Lokal (PDL), and the Pakote Dezenvolvimentu Desentrilizadu (PDD). Using these two programs as a lens for comparative analysis, the overall aim of this research is to identify and examine broader issues surrounding the implementation of decentralised development in Timorese communities, and to draw lessons for sustainable, community-level development in the future. This research also aims to make a substantive contribution to planning for the Planu Nasional Dezenvolvimentu Suku (PNDS), which will be introduced throughout Timorese communities from 2013.

Religious leaders of all faiths are highly regarded in Sri Lankan society, and an accurate picture of the current reality for this island nation is incomplete without considering Muslims. Sometimes referred to as Sri Lankan Moors, they...

Religious leaders of all faiths are highly regarded in Sri Lankan society, and an accurate picture of the current reality for this island nation is incomplete without considering Muslims. Sometimes referred to as Sri Lankan Moors, they comprise 7 percent of the country's population. Their mother-tongue is Tamil but they are a distinct ethnic group with their own customs. Muslims are found all over the island but the largest concentration is in the Eastern Province.

In 1999, the Indonesian National Police separated from the military structure to become its own independent entity. The transformation to an accountable, civilian police force has been an essential part of Indonesia's transition to democracy....

In 1999, the Indonesian National Police separated from the military structure to become its own independent entity. The transformation to an accountable, civilian police force has been an essential part of Indonesia's transition to democracy. However, getting past its militaristic legacy and winning the trust of the general public is often still a challenge. For over four years, The Asia Foundation has supported the development of Community- Oriented Policing (COP) programs that assist police in their efforts to reform, improve services to citizens, and reduce crime.

PERPOLISIAN MASYARAKAT DI INDONESIA

Pada tahun 1999, Pemerintah paska Suharto mengambil keputusan penting dengan memisahkan Kepolisian Negara Indonesia dari struktur militer menjadi sebuah entitas yang mandiri. Transformasi kepolisian...

PERPOLISIAN MASYARAKAT DI INDONESIA

Pada tahun 1999, Pemerintah paska Suharto mengambil keputusan penting dengan memisahkan Kepolisian Negara Indonesia dari struktur militer menjadi sebuah entitas yang mandiri. Transformasi kepolisian menuju lembaga yang lebih akuntabel dan profesional merupakan komitmen dan syarat mendasar dari proses demokratisasi Indonesia. Meski demikian, melepaskan diri dari kultur militeristik dan mendapatkan kepercayaan dari masyarakat masih merupakan tantangan yang tidak mudah bagi kepolisian. Dari beberapa inisiatif perubahan yang telah dilakukan, semenjak tahun 2001 The Asia Foundation bersama PUSHAM UII memilih untuk memperkenalkan perpolisian berbasis komunitas (COP) kepada masyarkat dan kepolisian sebagai langkah yang paling tepat dan demokratis dalam mereformasi kepolisian, memperbaiki kualitas pelayanan publik dan mengurangi angka kejahatan.

Conducted by The Asia Foundation's office in Bangkok, this is its first public perception survey focused on Thailand's three southern border provinces of Yala, Narathiwas, and Pattani. The survey provides essential information on citizen views...

Conducted by The Asia Foundation's office in Bangkok, this is its first public perception survey focused on Thailand's three southern border provinces of Yala, Narathiwas, and Pattani. The survey provides essential information on citizen views and experiences in a region that has been plagued by unrest for six years.

Occasional Paper No. 12, May 2012

This paper introduces development entrepreneurship, a model to assist development agencies and practitioners introduce transformative institutional change that significantly improves the lives of...

Occasional Paper No. 12, May 2012

This paper introduces development entrepreneurship, a model to assist development agencies and practitioners introduce transformative institutional change that significantly improves the lives of millions of people. Development entrepreneurship combines the technical and political dimensions of reform to uncover the principles to finding "technically sound, politically possible" reforms.

The Asia Foundation's justice sector programs have supported Indonesian efforts to strengthen legal institutions, improve legal education, and drive reform for more than 40 years. The Educating and Equipping Tomorrow's Justice Reformers (E2J)...

The Asia Foundation's justice sector programs have supported Indonesian efforts to strengthen legal institutions, improve legal education, and drive reform for more than 40 years. The Educating and Equipping Tomorrow's Justice Reformers (E2J) program furthers this aim. This four-year initiative, funded by USAID, is working to improve the performance of Indonesia's justice system by partnering with university law schools, civil society organizations, and formal justice institutions to provide a new generation with the knowledge, skills, opportunities, and incentives to pursue careers in public service and to contribute to justice sector reform.

The Asia Foundation's justice sector programs have supported Indonesian efforts to strengthen legal institutions, improve legal education, and drive reform for more than 40 years. The Educating and Equipping Tomorrow's Justice Reformers (E2J)...

The Asia Foundation's justice sector programs have supported Indonesian efforts to strengthen legal institutions, improve legal education, and drive reform for more than 40 years. The Educating and Equipping Tomorrow's Justice Reformers (E2J) program furthers this aim. This four-year initiative, funded by USAID, is working to improve the performance of Indonesia's justice system by partnering with university law schools, civil society organizations, and formal justice institutions to provide a new generation with the knowledge, skills, opportunities, and incentives to pursue careers in public service and to contribute to justice sector reform.

The Asia Foundation maintains elections programs, including monitor and voter education, in nine countries in Asia. In recent years, the Foundation has implemented significant elections programs in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia,...

The Asia Foundation maintains elections programs, including monitor and voter education, in nine countries in Asia. In recent years, the Foundation has implemented significant elections programs in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, the Philippines, Pakistan, and Timor-Leste.

The Asia Foundation maintains elections programs, including monitor and voter education, in nine countries in Asia. In recent years, the Foundation has implemented significant elections programs in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia,...

The Asia Foundation maintains elections programs, including monitor and voter education, in nine countries in Asia. In recent years, the Foundation has implemented significant elections programs in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, the Philippines, Pakistan, and Timor-Leste.

The Asia Foundation's Consultation, Documentation & Advocacy Report on Electronic Procurement in His Majesty's Government of Nepal. The study was conducted by Information Technology Professional Forum between April to September 2003. The...

The Asia Foundation's Consultation, Documentation & Advocacy Report on Electronic Procurement in His Majesty's Government of Nepal. The study was conducted by Information Technology Professional Forum between April to September 2003. The Electronic Procurement System in general and in His Majesty's Government in particular analyzes the awareness, preparedness, and requirements of using information and communication technology in all public procurements of Nepal. The objectives are to (a) review the present legal framework for financial transactions to be carried out online, (b) build consensus for IT-based procurement systems, (c) develop an e-Procurement strategy for the growth of e-Governance and e-Commerce, and (d) draft a pilot project document to demonstrate the viability of e-Procurement in Nepal.

For more than two decades, The Asia Foundation has backed local initiatives to ensure the sustainability of natural resources across Asia. Working with civil society organizations, government and the private sector, the Foundation understands...

For more than two decades, The Asia Foundation has backed local initiatives to ensure the sustainability of natural resources across Asia. Working with civil society organizations, government and the private sector, the Foundation understands the complex interplay between environmental protection, economic development, local and regional government relations, private sector incentives and the rights of local communities. Improved governance is a vital component of any response to deforestation, land degradation and climate change and a key factor in achieving successful, sustainable development.