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Explore the powerful approach of participatory accountability that builds confidence, deepens understanding, and engages citizens and authorities for inclusive development. Learn from the brave women of Ada, Ghana.
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Participatory accountability that leaves no one behind Erika Lopez Franco July 2019
Confidence-building“I maasi” – I am sure in myself“Wamaasi” – We stand firm
Deepening understanding of context through local knowledgeWhat someone knows, someone else doesn’t know…So, we all know!
Direct engagement between citizens and authoritiesDance, song, drama + Advocacy plan
Multiple alliances and identifying championsLeaves, sticks and stones to identify allies and powerholders
Long-term engagement and trustDuty of care, assessing risk, meaningful partnership
Elements of participatory accountability that leaves no one behind Confidence-building Deepening understanding of context w/local knowledge Exchanges between citizens and authorities and use of legal mechanismsDeveloping alliances with multiple actorsLong term engagement and trust Contact: E.lopezfranco2@ids.ac.uk Twitter: @EriLop