August 2026 – Decentralization Net

When decentralized finance meets political incentives

August 28, 2026 LPS Alliance

Decentralization is often expected to improve development outcomes by bringing public decisions closer to the people and the places they are intended to serve. Subnational governments may have better information about local needs, face stronger […]

Analyzing the Territorial Approach to Local Development through a Development Ethics Lens

August 18, 2026 LPS Alliance

The Territorial Approach to Local Development (TALD) has become an increasingly influential framework within the fields of decentralization, localization, and multilevel governance. By emphasizing place-based development, local ownership, and coordination across levels of government, TALD […]

Can Competition Between Villages Reduce Conflict Within Them?

August 15, 2026 Limabenla Jamir

In places affected by conflict and social divisions, the way governments organize and finance local services across different levels can either reinforce divisions or help communities work together. Intergovernmental systems are therefore about more than […]