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The author assesses the politics of different humanitarian interventions in the Mexico-US border region developing a unique perspective on the significance of people, places and things to contemporary border struggles.
While the 2011 Egyptian revolution has already become the subject of much debate, the roots of the socio-economic context which made the revolution possible have seldom been explored.
Medellín, Colombia, used to be the most violent city on earth, but in recent years, allegedly thanks to its 'social urbanism' approach... Læs mere
The aims of and motives for development cooperation have changed significantly in recent times. Besides pursuing short- and longer-term... Læs mere
This book highlights the contribution of language standardization to the economic rise of the West between 1600 and 1860. Previous studies have... Læs mere
This book examines the relationship between urban migrant movements, struggles and digitality which transforms public space and generates... Læs mere
After a Facebook rebellion in Egypt and Twitter protests in Turkey, the internet has been proclaimed as a globe-shifting, revolutionizing force that can incite... Læs mere
An engaging explanation and unique analysis of the increased involvement of the private sector in one of the world's most influential development organizations, the United Nations Development Programme.
This comprehensive and up-to-date review of learning and educational quality in developing countries, written by 16 highly knowledgeable specialists from around the world, provides policymakers and researchers accessible perspectives with the Millennium Development Goals in mind.
This collection of essays addresses the glaring gap between policy commitments and actual investments in gender equality, ranging across sectors and focusing on development aid, peace-building and climate funds.
This volume re-examines the concept of the developmental state by providing further theoretical specifications, undertaking critical... Læs mere