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Measuring Vulnerability to Natural Hazards : Towards Disaster Resilient Societies.

Birkmann, Jorn.
(2013)  | 9789280812022 | United Nations Univ Press | pbk. | 2 Revised ed.,  | book | 460pp
AUD 73.95 (inc. GST), AUD 67.23 (ex. GST),
When societies attempt to plan for or rebuild in the aftermath of catastrophic natural disasters, organizers use terms such as "climate change adaptation," "building esilience," and "vulnerability and risk reduction." But what do these terms actually mean in the way of achievable goals? And how can...

Public Works and Social Protection in Sub-Saharan Africa : Do Public Works Work for the Poor?

McCord, Anna Gabriele.
(2012)  | 9789280812046 | United Nations Univ Press | pbk. | book | 304pp
AUD 59.95 (inc. GST), AUD 54.50 (ex. GST),
Subject to a New Edition.
Public Works Programs (PWPs) are widely implemented throughout Asia, Latin America, and Africa, often with funding from major international donor agencies. They are perceived to present a "win-win" policy option, providing employment to the chronically poor while also creating assets for the state,...

Traditional knowledge in policy and practice : approaches to development and human well-being.

Subramanian, Suneetha M. Pisupati, Balakrishna.
(2010)  | 9789280811919 | United Nations Univ Press | pbk. | book | 373pp
AUD 64.95 (inc. GST), AUD 59.05 (ex. GST),
Traditional knowledge (TK), the longstanding traditions and practices of certain communities, has contributed immensely to shaping development and human well-being. Its influence spans a variety of sectors, including agriculture, health, education, and governance. However, TK is increasingly underrepresented...

Cross-border governance in Asia : regional issues and mechanisms.

Cheema, G. Shabbir. McNally, Christopher A. Popovski, Vesselin.
(2011)  | 9789280811933 | United Nations Univ Press | pbk. | book | 300pp
AUD 59.95 (inc. GST), AUD 54.50 (ex. GST),
Rapid globalization has led to increased flows of capital, services, ideas, information, and people between countries. As such, problems and challenges that face one nation often have a rippling impact throughout the region and globally. The growing list of cross-border issues cannot be resolved by...

Realizing the development potential of diasporas.

Sharma, Krishnan.
(2011)  | 9789280811957 | United Nations Univ Press | pbk. | book | 264pp
AUD 60.95 (inc. GST), AUD 55.41 (ex. GST),
In this book, international experts including academics, policymakers, private sector practitioners, and representatives of diaspora communities further our understanding of how the growing population of expatriates from the developing world can be effectively leveraged to promote development in their...

 

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