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Last updated on 01 May 2008

Youth organisations in Sri Lanka: some dimensions and dynamics

This qualitative study focuses on understanding how young people assume responsibilities within their communities in Sri Lanka. (Centre for Poverty Analysis: 2005) More info >>

The electronic bureaucrat

This article discusses the importance of governments putting public services online to allow them to serve their citizens more effectively. (The Economist: 2008) More info >>

Representation, citizenship & the public domain in democratic decentralization

This journal article analyzes how 'democratic' decentralization reforms in most developing countries have failed to empower elected local governments. (Society for International Development: 2007) More info >>

Deepening democracy and increasing popular participation in Vietnam

This paper looks at the trends of recent democratic reforms in Vietnam and its impact on citizen participation and democracy. (UNDP Vietnam: June 2006) More info >>

Women & elections – a guide to promoting the participation of women in elections

This handbook is intended to give a quick reference guide to assist people and organisations working to promote greater participation of women in elections. (UN: March 2005) More info >>

Building a public feedback mechanism

Interview with James George Chacko (UN Specialist) which discusses the advantages of listening to citizen feedback on government services and polices. More info >>

Democracy at the local level handbook

An online handbook on participation, representation, conflict management and governance. (International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IDEA)) More info >>

Gender and political participation

Case studies, statistics and publications collated to promote women's participation and representation in political life. (International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance) More info >>

Democracy and the information revolution

Discussion and links to further information about how Information and Communications Technology (ICT) can enhance democracy in developing countries. (Digital Divide Network) More info >>

Digital democracy in the 21st century city article

An article about using the internet in electoral processes to promote democracy and effective communication with citizens. (International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance) More info >>


 

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