Publisher's Synopsis
This compilation of presentations from the 2009 Commonwealth People's Forum explores governance debates in India, West and Central Africa, the Pacific and the Caribbean. The case studies included make recommendations to the public and governments on the effective participation of citizens in democratic processes, the role of civil society in framing accountability debates, and dealing with transparency and corruption in public institutions. It brings experiences from grassroots organisations, think tanks and nongovernmental organisations to a wider audience.
