Case studies and best practices
Community currencies have emerged as a tool for building more inclusive local economic development and governance. Grassroots organisations in Nairobi and Mombasa (Kenya) have been experimenting with this form of local monies. Communities in informal settlements in Kisumu have shown interest in introducing their own community currency. Challenges remain concerning the best diffusion strategy of such grassroots monetary innovations among communities and local governments. This policy brief focuses on how to involve residents, civil society, small entrepreneurs as well as local government officers and politicians so as to increase local representation and participation in this grassroots innovation.
Available in English
This study documents the region’s efforts towards decentralized governance and local development in six countries, that is: Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Union of the Comoros. The Study...
Developed by United Nations Development Programme (UN...
Posted by Local2030
Concept notes and papers
Available in English
The Roadmap for localizing SDGs is a tool for local governments to participate and strengthen their role in the achievement of the SDGs in Asia Pacific. This short document provides key figures, exa...
Developed by United Cities and Local Governments Asia...
Posted by UCLG ASPAC
Tools : Raising Awareness
