GS211 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Neoliberalism, Civil Society, Labour Power
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70"s and 80"s critique to modernization and isi. Bna: poverty focused not just economic growth through oda. Not replacement of macro policies but necessary to enhance outcomes. Focus on agriculture and informal sector (forgotten by top down) Rationale: bn will help poor and improve economic growth in the long run. Community developments (social capital): local management of resources, low state intervention. Contribution of the people towards the government, not as much autonomy like in community developments. Rousseau: better governance through execution of the general will = social contract. Participation: process that generates empathy among citizens. Mill: no vote at the time, participate locally to make a difference. Decentralization & rise of ngo"s (80"s and 90"s) Sap"s : funding in exchange for state shrinking. Ngo"s as magic bullet: replace government spending: healthcare, education, housing, welfare. Involvement of project beneficiaries (involvement of the recepients) basic definition. Pra: participatory rural appraisal: put the last first: use their knowledge to accomplish their goals.
