Promoting rural community development in Africa: state versus grassroots organizations

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The role of centralized decision making in delaying the development of rural communities in sub-Saharan Africa has been studied while the effectiveness of grassroots organizations (GROs) rural development was also examined. African states do not have the means to implement development programs because of a lack of policies and objectives. The success of various village self-help groups, women's organizations and peasant association augur well for a role of GROs in African community development.

Africa, Non-governmental organizations, Nongovernmental organizations, Rural development, Community development, Rural areas, Sub-Saharan Africa

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A study of coalitions among HIV/AIDS service organizations

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Coalitions of HIV/AIDS service organizations seem to enhance organizational interdependence and service-system efficiency. This was gleaned from a study of 89 community-based non-profit groups in northern California that offer preventive and care services to HIV-infected or at-risk persons. However, results do not support the hypothesis that these consortia increase the power of the mandating agency over the member-organizations and promote stability of resource exchanges.

Research, Evaluation, Community health services, AIDS patients, HIV patients, Health care coalitions

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Quiet calling aids those in peril at sea

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The port chaplain's job has become more critical due to the increasing seafarers' problems, including poor working and living conditions and low pay. A chaplain helps sailors cope with their spiritual, emotional and sometimes material needs. The chaplain is usually based at seafarer centers, but is sometimes allowed to board the ship. About 300 chaplains work in the US, half of which are ordained clergy, while the rest are laymen.

Practice, Religious aspects, Sailors, Chaplains

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