Strengthening democratic governance: the role of civil society [WPS06/10]

• Sustainable development and the environment

• Date: Sunday 11 - Thursday 15 June, 2006
• Venue: Wiston House

  Wilton Park; Wiston House, Steyning; West Sussex; BN44 3DZ; +44 (0) 1903 815 020

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• Event no.: S06/10
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This conference discussed the following points:

• How should government and civil society work together to promote democratic governance and social justice?
• What are the sources of legitimacy of non-governmental organisations (NGOs)?
• Should NGOs become more accountable and transparent?
• If so, how?
• What are the comparative advantages of civil society – as watchdog, advocate and service deliverer – in advancing social justice?
• How can government, civil society and the private sector better cooperate for efficient and effective governance?

Contacts

Robin Hart: Programme Director

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