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Empowering Squatter Citizen: Local Government, Civil Society and Urban Poverty Reduction,Used
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This volume is the most recent addition to the examination of urban poverty by the Human Settlements Program at the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED). It makes the case for redirecting support to local organizations and processes. The core of the book is case studies of innovative government organizations (in Thailand, Mexico, the Philippines, and Nicaragua) and communitydriven processes (in India, South Africa, Pakistan, and Brazil) that show new ways to address urban poverty. Each case study is prepared by specialists from these countries. They show that poverty reduction in urban areas is as much about building competent, accountable local organizations as about attempting to improve incomes. It involves strengthening and supporting the organizations formed by the poor or homeless to be able to develop their own solutions and to negotiate better deals with the organizations delivering infrastructure, services, credit, and land for housing.The understanding of urban poverty that the book presents goes beyond conventional, official definitions based only on income or consumption levels to include considerations of housing conditions, tenure, infrastructure and service provision, the rule of law, and civil and political rights, including 'voice' and the right to influence policy and practice on the ground. It offers powerful conclusions for national and local governments, NGOs and international agencies on how to tackle the complex and growing problem of urban poverty.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Empowering Squatter Citizen'? A: The book examines urban poverty and advocates for redirecting support to local organizations and processes, emphasizing community-driven solutions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Empowering Squatter Citizen' is Diana Mitlin.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'Empowering Squatter Citizen' contains a total of 240 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Empowering Squatter Citizen' published? A: The book was published in June 2004.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include urban poverty, the role of local governance, civil society engagement, and the importance of local organizations in poverty reduction.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book provides case studies and insights that are valuable for academic study in urban development and social policy.
- Q: What kind of case studies are featured in the book? A: The book includes case studies from various countries, including Thailand, Mexico, the Philippines, Nicaragua, India, South Africa, Pakistan, and Brazil.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good'.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its first edition.