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Non-Governmental Organizations and Inter-Governmental Organizations, 2003.
An analysis of the role of non-governmental organizations and inter-governmental organizations in post-conflict reconstruction of developing nations.
1,965 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 40 sources, APA, AU$ 90.95
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This paper provides an overview of non-governmental and inter-governmental agencies, followed by an analysis of the different issues that can adversely affect the post-conflict reconstruction process. A summary of the research and relevant findings are provided in the conclusion.
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"Conflicts among people represent one of the main problems around the world today. People continue to become embroiled in violent confrontations practically everywhere because of religious, racial or political differences. Often the parties in conflict are unable to resolve these fundamental differences, and the governments involved are either unable or unwilling to assist in the process. It is vitally important, therefore, that appropriate nongovernmental organizations and intergovernmental organizations understand the processes involved and the effects of their activities on the people they are trying to help."
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Non Governmental Organizations, 2007.
This paper explores the role of Non Governmental Organizations in the global war on poverty.
3,599 words (approx. 14.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 145.95
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The paper examines the strengths and weaknesses of Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and discusses the need for a reevaluation of their political, economic and social abilities. The paper explains that as a result of the NGOs being closer to the poor and therefore more capable of serving them, they are also potentially farther from the resources that fund them and the government agencies that create policies to help with such causes. The paper maintains that the need to bridge this gap is paramount to their future abilities.
Outline:
Introduction
NGO Strengths and Weaknesses
Government Support of NGOs
The Future of the NGO
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"Non Governmental Organizations have been an important part in the global war on poverty since before the movement to eradicate poverty was called a war on poverty. Though government organizations, beginning with Roosevelt have played a crucial role in assistance and aide to individuals, groups and nations in an attempt to assist those in need, they are frequently not the agencies that do the very personal groundwork that is often required to elicit progress in development. (Kamat 2003: 65) NGOs, sometimes called civil society organizations or CSOs or community based organizations, CBOs depending on structure and focus, tend to be those agencies that actually provide resources and individuals directly to the people who need them, be it education and medical personnel and equipment, employment training, infrastructure development or even clean water and sustainable agricultural training procedures and equipment."
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Non-Governmental Organizations, 2004.
Research and analytical paper on a non-governmental organization's aid to Pakistan.
3,020 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 127.95
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This is a research paper designed to determine the possible prospects of a non-governmental organization's ability to utilize its funds in Pakistan to help the country ameliorate its literacy rate. As part of the research, this paper also looks at potential problems and threats an NGO might encounter and their respective solutions. The paper concludes with an evaluation and opinion regarding the feasibility of establishing an NGO devoted to increasing literacy in Pakistan.
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"The prospects for running a non-governmental organization are many. This is evident from the current status of education in Pakistan as explained and reviewed by some of the most credible international research agencies. As Oxfam International study reveals the appalling state of education in Pakistan in the following words, ?while the proportion of children not attending school in South Asia to the global total will fall by half by the year 2005, Pakistan will account for an increasingly larger share of children that are not attending school. In fact, the study warns that by 2005 Pakistan will account for 40 percent of the region's children out of school, compared to 27 percent in 1995? (State of Education in Pakistan, CARE). Reasons for extremely slow rate of literacy in Pakistan is attributed to innumerable factors."
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International Organizations and Argentina, 2002.
An examination of Argentina's involvement in world organizations on an economical and governmental level.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 80.95
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A paper which discusses Argentina's economic and governmental involvement in the international organizations: United Nations (UN), Organization of American States (OAS), Protocol of Ouro Preto, Implementing the Southern Common Market (Mercosur), and International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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"In March 2002, an IMF mission team was sent to Buenos Aires to assess the economic situation and discuss with the government elements of an economic program to resolve the current difficulties faced by Argentina (IMF, pg). This mission was encouraged by the government's determination to provide a comprehensive economic program with close cooperation with the international financial institutions (IMF, pg). The program's aim is to stabilize Argentina's financial situation and establish the foundations for resuming growth. Discussions centered on implementing a realistic macroeconomic framework and consistent fiscal and monetary policies. Furthermore, fundamental structural and institutional reforms were put forth to restore confidence in the banking system and to establish an orderly and fair business environment (IMF, pg). "
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Non-Governmental Agencies (NGOs), 2007.
This paper discusses the relationship of the U.S. with non-governmental agencies.
4,640 words (approx. 18.6 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 174.95
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This paper explains that a non-governmental organization or a NGO is a non-profit group or association, synonymous with a voluntary or non-profit organization, which functions outside of standard institutionalized political structures and which attempts to realize certain relevant social objectives, such as environmental protection or community service. The author points out that, even though NGOs emerged in importance a mere two decades ago on the international scene, they are acknowledged as major players in most countries. The paper stresses that the government of the United States of America has started to recognize the valuable and important role that non-governmental organizations play in its policy making and implementation processes.
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"According to the US Secretary General's remarks during the closing session of a DPI/ NGO Conference in New York, one must indeed be grateful and thank the founders of the United Nations, who had the basic wisdom and forethought to make a provision in the United Nations' Article 71, for consultations and discussions with the non-governmental organizations of the country. Perhaps, he went on to say, at that time, about sixty years ago, the fact that non-governmental organizations had a close contact with civil society, even in those days, made it a vital point in favor of the health of the Organization, and also for the basic well being of the people."
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Strategic Management for Nonprofit Organizations, 2004.
This paper discusses and details the importance of strategic management in these areas and suggests future paths for success.
1,985 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 91.95
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The strategic management of nonprofit and governmental organizations must include the respect of those who contribute to them without pay. This paper explains that it is important to target the age groups and genders that research has shown are important to them. The strategic management of such organizations is something that is dependent on the flow of the current economy as well as political trends. It discusses how these things must be considered in any planning of management for such organizations. Accepting the need to target certain age brackets, certain fund raising areas, and other things that are not important in a for-profit scenario are fundamental to the strategic management of nonprofit or governmental organizations.
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"The use of strictly financial concerns in the strategic management of non profit and can impede the development planning and success of a non profit or governmental organization. In for profit businesses the concerns and use of financial aspects is understandable because the end result of such a venture is to be financial gain(Kaplan, 2001). In the case of a non profit or governmental organization however is different. The financial gain is not the goal. Instead the goals are things such as providing a service or getting things done or acting as a watch dog group for various things. All of these elements are important to the non profit or governmental organization. The finances of such organizations are only important in that they provide the ability to maintain the organization?s desire to provide the service or other aspect of its cause. Because of the difference between this and a for profit business it is important to realize the fundamental differences in non profit and government organizations and for profit business. The basic difference is the end goal and result(Kaplan, 2001). The strategic planning of non profit and governmental organizations is geared toward getting enough funding to carry out the objective, while in for profit situations the goal is the money itself."
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Governmental Acquisition, 2005.
This paper discusses the methods by which governmental acquisitions are made, especially Air Force's ABC method.
2,345 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, AU$ 104.95
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This paper explains that it is important for organizations, which deal with governmental acquisitions, to understand why the government does various things and what the organization must do; this will help them not only to comply with many of the financial management and regulations laws but also helps manage costs. The author points out the need to define outputs, to develop systems, to identify customers and to trace and to collect the costs of the various resources. The paper relates that the Air Force's ABC method looks at the various costs such as supplies, labor, travel funds and many other issues and calculates the costs of each of the outputs, the services and products that are created.
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"Taking a governmental acquisition organization and utilizing an activity based management system is not something to be taken lightly. There is a great deal of effort involved in creating a system that will provide cost data that is reliable and even then the system does not have much value for the work that was put into it if it is not utilized to manage the resources that an organization has. Even after many processes have been improved and all of the serious difficulties have been addressed and worked out, management must utilize the system. If they choose to stop using it both performance and cost will likely suffer because systems such as this activity based management system need to continually be utilized by management in order to keep them working at the most efficient level."
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Sub-Saharan Africa, 2006.
A discussion regarding the natural resources, foreign assistance, culture, non-governmental organizations and economic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa.
4,397 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 75 sources, APA, AU$ 166.95
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This research paper explores the determining factors of growth in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) by examining the increasingly dominant role of financial assistance, natural resources, culture and non governmental organizations in selected countries of the region. To understand this relationship better, the paper makes a comparison between economic policies, cultural variations and political systems of selected countries. The countries this study reviews are Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Tanzania, Uganda and Sierra Leone.
Outline:
Methodology
Objective
Introduction
Theoretical Background
Previous Work and Literature
Economy Openness
Culture
Foreign Assistance
The Role of NGOs
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"Countries rich in resources must be tempted to promote their export growing policies, which will increase economy openness and exposure to external shocks even to a higher degree. The country will improve its' international competitive position if it promotes exports and trade by investing heavily into this economy sphere. The second round positive result from promoting exports and trade is the future possible exploitation of economies of scale in production when the output sales markets for the producers expand. The third round positive affect is that the producers will naturally eliminate inefficient production facilities and invest into high technology and train and grow skilled labor resources to remain competitive in the global arena. These are the main reasons for opening up the economy and playing on the global market arena, and are very effective economy stimulating methods for economies with low local purchasing power and thus limited local output markets, which are the classifications of African counties, as proven by Fosu . "Open economies do grow more rapidly than closed economies... Whether the measure of openness has to do with exchange rate overvaluation, relative price distortions, tariffs and quotas, share of trade in GDP, the black market premium, or a composite measure combining some of these with state monopolization of commodity exports and general socialism" (Easterly, 2000, p. 48) . "
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Volunteerism and Seniors in Northwest Indiana, 2008.
An analysis of how non-governmental organizations and faith-based activities can combine to improve the quality of life of elderly residents in Northwestern Indiana.
1,762 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 11 sources, APA, AU$ 81.95
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This paper discusses the concept and importance of volunteers in caring for the elderly. It describes the author's background in undertaking volunteer activities within Northwest Indiana and relates it to a large picture of how NGO (non-governmental organizations) and faith-based activities can combine to improve the quality of life for area residents. The paper also addresses specific concerns within the context of Northwestern Indiana, which has substantially different demographic imperatives than neighboring areas, such as South Bend, Chicago Metropolitan and the southwest suburbs of Chicago.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Nationwide Demographic Trends
Specific Demographics in Northwest Indiana
Specific Social Welfare Problems of the Aging
Depression
Compliance with Medical Regimens
Assisted Living Needs
Providing for Social Welfare Needs
Non-governmental Providers
Faith-based Efforts
St. Francis Healthcare Services
Catholic Charities of Gary and Lake County
Social Welfare for Seniors: A Significant Gap in Care
Conclusion
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"This network of Catholic healthcare facilities established throughout the Midwest works through its subsidiary, St. Margaret Mercy Hospital. As noted above, there is relatively little aid for seniors with significant mental and physical problems after they leave the hospital. St. Margaret Mercy focuses on patients who are based at home, but may need to have volunteers who take responsibility for the unmet psychological and social needs of elderly residents who may not have a family infrastructure.
"As we've seen above, basic needs beyond acute hospital care may be ignored amongst older patients. The St. Margaret Mercy program takes advantage of the new VAS (Advocates for Seniors Program) structure established in the State of Indiana to have volunteers spend time with, evaluate, and, when needed, represent the health and psychological interest of elderly residents."
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The Influence of Environmental Organizations on U.S. Policy, 2006.
An in-depth discussion on the influence of three environmental organizations on U.S. Federal Government environmental policy.
3,399 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 15 sources, APA, AU$ 139.95
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There are many environmental groups which have a tremendous effect on the policy of the United States with regards to the environment. This paper explores how three of these groups, the Sierra Club, Environmental Defense, and the National Audubon Society have exerted their power to effect federal governmental policy. The paper gives the background and mission of these organizations as well as some notable accomplishments and further goes on to explore their sources of power in exerting their influence as well as the claims that they have too much undue influence over federal government policy.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Sierra Club
Environmental Defense
National Audubon Society
Influence of Environmental Groups
Conclusion
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"These are some heavy charges to be levied against the environmental groups and those who the Center for the Defense of Free enterprise feels are in concert with it. One of the reasons this group might feel this way is because groups such as the Sierra Club, Environmental defense, and the national Audubon Society have pushed for years to keep the rainforests from being cut down which hurts the interest of lumber group. They have also pushed for tougher standards for car emissions hurting the interests of car makers, and they have pushed for standards on how companies can dispose of their waste products which often costs companies millions to comply."
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Role of Inter-Governmental Relations and Federalism in America, 2002.
The inter-governmental relationship between the various levels of government and the Federal system in America and its need for improvement.
1,815 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 10 sources, APA, AU$ 84.95
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This paper discuss the role of inter-governmental relations between the Federal, State and Local governments and various issues that impact this working relationship. Among the areas that are discussed are: How inter-governmental programs should be implemented and the economics of scale and shared services. It further analyzes different theories and models of federalism, how these structures can be established and the role that each level of government should play during this process. While the goal is to give each level of government its own power, the objective here is to develop a system so that services can be best delivered to the citizens.
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"The state of intergovernmental relations can be identified in many ways. Historically, dual federalism is the theory that best defines the American system of government. The writers of the Constitution wanted a system of government with shared powers between the states and the federal government. Each level has their own independent authority. While this theory best identifies our system of government, overtime other theories have developed, responding to the economic and social problems that have developed (Knudson, 2003).
Today the federal, state and local levels find themselves in dispute as to who should be paying for and implementing certain programs. The states and local levels believe that they can do a better job of implementing domestic programs because they are closer to the problem then the federal government. A standard national program may not be able to meet the needs of every state. This model called the State- Centered Federalism whereby the states make the decisions, with the federal government there on a minimal basis, to provide the resources. The state government is more responsive, because they can best understand their own needs (Mc Guire, 2001).
This model can be seen in the new Welfare Reform Plan. Whereas under the old welfare system the national government established the welfare policy and the states had little discretion to tailor it towards their individual needs. These objectives and rules sent to the states from Washington DC may not have helped because money was being spent in areas that did not need it. At the same time other, urgent aspects of a states welfare needs were being overlooked by Washington (New, 2002)."
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Is Governmental Transparency Vital to a Democracy?, 2008.
This paper summarizes and critiques the New York Times editorial called the "White House Shell Game," while also speaking generally on the topic of governmental transparency.
821 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 1 source, APA, AU$ 42.95
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This paper looks at a New York Times editorial called the "White House Shell Game," which stresses the importance of transparent government. Specifically, the paper discusses why governmental transparency is important to any democracy and whether or not the editorial presents a persuasive argument for a more open style of governance from the Bush Administration. The paper also briefly summarizes the thesis of the editorial, its analysis of the problem, and its aim. In the end, the author asserts that governmental transparency is important - but the editorial's argument would have been more compelling if it was not so clearly motivated by political calculations.
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"Consequently, the New York Times is right to chastise the Bush Administration for trying to avoid the (potential) censure of the public by trying to limit, to the fullest extent possible, the scope of the Freedom of Information Act. The problem with the Times editorial, unfortunately, is that there is a disagreeable amount of political partisanship involved: after all, the Clinton White House was notoriously secretive as well - that Administration was wracked by fund-raising scandals, the specters of Whitewater and Travelgate and other problems that were kept tightly under wraps - and no one can recall the New York Times aggressively challenging the commitment of President Clinton's team to open and transparent government."
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Governmental Involvement in German and Italian Business, 2002.
This paper looks at the history of and recent changes in governmental involvement in the businesses of Germany and Italy.
1,182 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 58.95
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The paper shows how companies in Germany and Italy, when evaluating an appropriate location for a prospective business in Europe, must weigh many factors, including the nature and extent of government intervention and influence on the economy and businesses. It outlines the factors a company must consider before attempting to open a business in one of these two countries.
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"The crisis of the European Monetary System in 1992 put Italian economic stability at risk and caused the Lira to depreciate 22%. Three priorities were set by the government to control the exploding national debt; low inflation, decreasing interest rates, and budget deficit reduction. Labor and industry came to agreements on contracts and wage increases in mid-1992, making them predictable but high under highly protective legislation creating a situation in which it?s difficult to terminate an employee."
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Governmental Philosophy, 2002.
A comparison of the governmental philosophy of John Stuart Mill to that of Ayn Rand.
1,328 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 64.95
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This paper asserts that the govenmental ideal of capitalism from the philosophy of John Stuart Mill upon which the United States is based closely parallels the modern controversial assertions of Objectivist ethics and Ayn Rand. The paper Uses evidence from "On Liberty" and "Virtue of Selfishness" to suggest that the ideals of Objectivism were evident in Mill's philosophy a century before Objectivism was a complete thought.
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"The two texts also parallel on their references to the exchange of ideas and interpersonal relationships between individuals. In Selfishness, Rand asserts that ?The principle of trade is the only rational ethical principle for all human relationships, personal and social, private and public, spiritual and material (Rand, 29),? meaning that one cannot, first of all, give of oneself unselfishly, expecting nothing in return, and second, only take what we can from others, not giving anything in return. The ideal man she describes is a trader; one who exchanges his expertise for things that he lacks, and vice versa."
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Bureaucracy and Power in Human Services Organizations, 2006.
An in-depth analysis of the bureaucratic systems of government service operations and the benefits of restructuring the existing system of bureaucracy.
2,780 words (approx. 11.1 pages), 11 sources, MLA, AU$ 119.95
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This paper reports that even though bureaucracy gives an impression of governmental departments like taxation, and welfare, it is actually found in almost every public spheres. Corporations, churches, the military, labor and trade unions, community centers, schools, hospitals all are essentially facilitated by certain bureaucratic components. Most people take them as important part of their lives, though not readily. However the best part of bureaucracy is that it provides a set of rules and procedures to set everything running in a proper order, transparently, and also ensures consistency and fairness acceptable to all. This paper focuses on evaluating the organizational and power structures while emphasizing the need for refurbishing Human Service Organization in Australia on the lines of bureaucratic organizations.
Introduction
Background
The Bureaucracy - Pros and Cons
The Power
Bureaucracy Concerns
Components of an Organization
Restructuring and Reengineering
Conclusion
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"One of the major administrative foundations for the creation of bureaucracy is the exception principle. Therein only important and complex problems reach the higher ups while trivial routine issues are solved by the people in the lower levels. Programmed decisions are implemented automatically in accordance with the predefined operating procedures and the unusual problems requiring major decisions are routed to the top. This should make the hierarchy more effective. However there are problems related to the delegation and motivation in bureaucracy; delegating authority and power is not an easy task. It requires immense confidence in sub-ordinates and an immaculate efficacy of the system."
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America's Understanding of the Governmental Process, 2004.
Discussion of the influence that the media has on voters and how they think about issues and candidates.
2,618 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 16 sources, MLA, AU$ 113.95
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This paper looks at the impact that the media has on America's understanding of the governmental process. It addresses the questions of how the media should cover political issues and candidates and how media coverage can influence voter opinion.
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"Virtually everyone agrees that the media have a profound effect on the electorate's thinking. Given their enormous influence, however, it is remarkable how little has been said about what the media should cover in a properly functioning democracy. There are pundits of various types who bemoan both the lack of focus on the issues and the excessive attention paid to the "horse race," but no one has developed a rationale to explain why this state of affairs is wrong. Because of the media's enormous influence, it is worth asking how issue and candidate coverage should be balanced."
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