Download or read book Decentralised Cooperation and Joint Action written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the concepts of decentralized cooperation and joint action and presents seven case studies which illustrate partnerships between local governments and civil society in the planning and implementation of development programmes and projects. Analyses lessons learned from these studies in terms of understanding joint action, translating the concept into practice, evaluating achievements and identifying challenges and success factors. Makes policy and operational recommendations.