Although necessary and often first rate, technocratic solutions alone have been ineffective in delivering real change or lasting results in governance reforms. This is primarily because reform programs are delivered no in controlled environments, but under complex, diverse, sociopolitical and economic conditions. Real-world conditions. In political societies, ownership of reform programs by the entire country cannot be assumed, public opinion will not necessarily be benign, and coalitions of support may be scare or nonexistent, even when intended reforms really will benefit those who need...
Although necessary and often first rate, technocratic solutions alone have been ineffective in delivering real change or lasting results in governance...
"Accountability" has become a buzzword in international development. Development actors appear to delight in announcing their intention to "promote accountability"--but it is often unclear what accountability is and how it can be promoted. This book addresses some questions that are crucial to understanding accountability and for understanding why accountability is important to improve the effectiveness of development aid. We ask: What does it mean to make governments accountable to their citizens? How do you do that? How do you create genuine demand for accountability among citizens, how do...
"Accountability" has become a buzzword in international development. Development actors appear to delight in announcing their intention to "promote ac...
