The document discusses the application of a human-rights based approach (HRBA) by civil society organizations in Belarus, Moldova, and Ukraine. It finds that while there is potential to apply HRBA, most CSOs have a limited understanding of how to implement it in practice. It provides recommendations for CSOs to strengthen their understanding and application of HRBA principles, engage in policy processes, and better empower rights holders and build the capacities of duty bearers.
This document discusses Positive Deviance, an asset-based approach to problem solving. It begins by explaining that Positive Deviance looks for solutions that already exist within a community's resources, focusing on behaviors of individuals who succeed despite constraints. The four stages of a Positive Deviance inquiry process are defined: 1) defining the problem, 2) determining norms, 3) discovering deviant behaviors, 4) disseminating solutions. Examples are given showing Positive Deviance reducing malnutrition in Vietnam and MRSA infections in hospitals. The document asks how Positive Deviance could be applied to the refugee crisis and what some NGOs were doing differently to address coordination problems and xenophobia.
The document discusses how alternative finance such as crowdfunding, blockchain technology, and mobile money can help development efforts. It provides examples of UNDP projects that have mobilized $3 million for development projects in over 20 countries through alternative financing. Crowdfunding pilots in 2016 raised $500,000. Blockchain applications are focusing on remittances, diaspora, and green energy in several countries. The document discusses crowdfunding models and why it is an important financing method. It provides examples of successful crowdfunding campaigns and explains how a crowdfunding academy works. Finally, it outlines some solutions that blockchain technology can provide, such as virtual identity cards, wallets to send money, aid
The document discusses the Moldova Innovation Lab and its work in Moldova. The lab aims to improve public services and policies through social innovations. It works to shift the government to a new form of distributed governance by supporting evidence-based policymaking, policy crowdsourcing, and redesigned public services. Examples provided include streamlining the honey export process, adjusting joint information and services bureaus, and using behavioral insights to increase tax compliance. Upcoming projects mentioned are evaluating public services, measuring population through electricity bills, and increasing mobile signatures.
This document discusses communities and community development in Ukraine. It defines a community as a group of residents who unite to solve local problems. Unfortunately, Ukrainian law only recognizes communities at the village, town or city level. The document proposes introducing the concept of a "micro-community" at smaller scales like neighborhoods. It also outlines the various stakeholders and levels involved in community development from national ministries to local organizations and citizens. Finally, it lists activities and objectives related to strengthening communities and promoting community-led development.