Tools of Participation Read more about Tools of Participation Asian Developmet Bank's Strategy 2020 recognizes the role of partners, including non-government organizations (NGOs) in planning, financing, and implementing its operations. This presentations gives a snapshot of the tools of participation that are applicable to civil society organizations and NGOs.
Overview of Civil Society in the Pacific Read more about Overview of Civil Society in the Pacific This presentation gives an overview of how Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) work in the Pacific. It also lists down the strengths of CSOs and the common challenges they face. Common themes for Pacific CSO development are enumerated as well.
Definition of Civil Society Read more about Definition of Civil Society A definition of "civil society" to set the stage for the discussion. It clarifies its difference with the family, the state, and the market.
Linking Freedom of Information and Open Data for Better Access to Information Read more about Linking Freedom of Information and Open Data for Better Access to Information In Indonesia, a governance program called KINERJA helped improve public service delivery. It works with local governments to make service delivery more responsive to the needs of its users. KINERJA also works with civil society, communities, and the media to build their capacity to demand better services from the government.
Tackling Corruption through Civil Society-led Information and Communication Technology Initiatives Read more about Tackling Corruption through Civil Society-led Information and Communication Technology Initiatives Information and communication technology (ICT) is one of the forces shaping the world today. The expeditious way it has facilitated communication, knowledge sharing, and transactions has provided unparalleled benefits to society.
Fostering Better Communication and Participation in Projects Read more about Fostering Better Communication and Participation in Projects In 2012, an Asian Development Bank (ADB) study in support of its Public Communications Policy (PCP) found that 55% of the concerns raised by civil society in 76 of its projects were related to inadequate communication and participation. In addition, the study found that although most of the projects have general communication and participation objectives, they can still be improved to better address the interests and enhance the engagement of stakeholders, including civil society.
Christopher Morris Keywords civil society NGO SDCC Read more about Christopher Morris Chris Morris formerly heads ADB’s NGO and Civil Society Center and oversees the planning, implementation, and monitoring of ADB’s overall engagement with civil society organizations, as well as the design and implementation of the CSO program at the ADB Annual Meetings. Before joining ADB, Chris was a vice president within the water division of the global engineering firm Black and Veatch.
Changing Rural Dynamics and the Future of Irrigation Read more about Changing Rural Dynamics and the Future of Irrigation This presentation shares the vision for water and food security in Asia and the Pacific by 2030. Making investments and providing an enabling environment for farmers, civil society, and the private sector in a number of key action areas will contribute to the attainment of this vision.
Haidy Ear-Dupuy Keywords ADB civil society technical support to citizens engagement social development sustainable development Read more about Haidy Ear-Dupuy Haidy Ear-Dupuy heads the NGO and Civil Society Center, which facilitates institutional coordination and provides technical support to mainstream citizen participation and civil society engagement in ADB-supported activities. Before joining ADB, Haidy worked as Director of Policy, Advocacy, and Communications for World Vision Cambodia where she focused on child protection, combating child labor, addressing human trafficking, ensuring food security, and promoting good governance.
Third Asia Think Tank Summit: Inclusive Knowledge Partnerships for Development Read more about Third Asia Think Tank Summit: Inclusive Knowledge Partnerships for Development Co-hosted by Asian Development Bank (ADB), the ADB Institute, and the Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program of the University of Pennsylvania, this summit comprised of panel discussions on best practices and innovative knowledge partnerships. It initiated three to five parallel tripartite discussions with mutually-aligned knowledge partners, developing member country (DMC) officials, and ADB's operations departments on specific development problems in DMCs. A panel of thought leaders also shared succinct views on how international organizations can engage in knowledge partnerships.