Behavior change communication: If you build it, they may not come Read more about Behavior change communication: If you build it, they may not come This piece discusses the crucial role of behaviour change communication in the success of development projects.
Participatory Budgeting in the Philippines Read more about Participatory Budgeting in the Philippines In the Philippines, bottom-up budgeting (BUB) served as the foundation to build evidence based on the key challenges and possible means in addressing issues related to strengthening local governance and service delivery. This presentation shares what worked, what didn’t, and the recommended actions for improvement with implementation of the BUB approach in the country.
TAFE Queensland International Engagement Models Read more about TAFE Queensland International Engagement Models TAFE Queensland actively works in partnerships with international clients, including governments, industries, and institutions from over 30 countries. The Institute’s engagements with international partners vary and are tailored to local contexts, with this presentation highlighting the challenges and key lessons encountered in recent years. A case study on the Australian Pacific Technical College discussing the operating model, scope, and successful outcomes achieved to date is also presented.
Development in Elderly Care in People's Republic of China and ADB’s Involvement Read more about Development in Elderly Care in People's Republic of China and ADB’s Involvement Yichang City has one of the highest population of elderly residents over the age of 60 in the People’s Republic of China. Yet, the availability of elderly care facilities and services in the city remain inadequate. ADB’s project aims to provide effective and efficient delivery of elderly care services through public-private partnerships.
Effective Partnerships for Development Results (Spanish) Read more about Effective Partnerships for Development Results (Spanish) Using results-based management as its strategy, the Government of Paraguay was able to put in place responsible and sustainable public policies for achieving development. Strengthening the country’s public financial management and budgeting systems resulted to an increase in public spending efficiency, social and infrastructure investments, and compliance with fiscal rules. Note: The language used in the uploaded presentation is Spanish.
Effective Partnerships for Development Results Read more about Effective Partnerships for Development Results Using results-based management as its strategy, the Government of Paraguay was able to put in place responsible and sustainable public policies for achieving development. Strengthening the country’s public financial management and budgeting systems resulted to an increase in public spending efficiency, social and infrastructure investments, and compliance with fiscal rules.
Water Operators Partnerships Read more about Water Operators Partnerships The Water Operators Partnerships (WOPs) Program is a formula for capacity building that pairs two water operators to work on specific issues. Albeit a small-scale program, it has the potential to reach even greater heights over time. Facilitating utility partnerships since 2007, the WOPs program continues to grow partnerships, expand focus areas, and leverage ADB's investment.
World of Water Operators Partnerships: What Is It, Why it Works, and What’s Ahead Read more about World of Water Operators Partnerships: What Is It, Why it Works, and What’s Ahead Learn about water operators from ADB’s developing member countries from a different perspective—not as clients but as public servants striving to give the best service to their customers. More specifically, find out what are their struggles and aspirations, their pride in what they do, and how they look up to other water operators in the world to improve their services.
The Communication Story of Estero de Paco Read more about The Communication Story of Estero de Paco Asian Development Bank (ADB)’s Pilot Project to Improve Environmental Conditions of Estero de Paco in the Philippines put forward another approach to better the river’s water quality standards. This report discusses in detail the different approach taken by ADB, examines communication challenges and the approaches used by other stakeholders, and shares communication lessons.
The Communication Story of Estero de Paco Read more about The Communication Story of Estero de Paco Clean-up and dredging activities along Manila’s Pasig River in the Philippines and expensive schemes to aerate river water have proved unsustainable, and created new problems such as sludge build-up. The different approach piloted by Asian Development Bank focuses on the 3-kilometer Estero de Paco used sustainable technology and behavior change communication activities to intercept pollutants before they get to the river.