Resources

How Does a Member of Parliament Act? Yemen Parliamentarian Orientation Manual

How to Build a Good Small NGO

This publication identifies the steps for establishing and maintaining an NGO, including planning and fundraising. Best practice theories, examples, and exercises allow the reader to apply what is read either individually or in a group setting.

Dialogues on Distribution of Powers and Responsibilities in Federal Countries

This paper explores variations in the constitutional form, scope and operation of the distribution of powers in different federations. It includes case studies of the federal systems in Canada, Germany, and Mexico. (Available only in electronic form)

A Short Guide to Fiscal Arrangements in Federal Countries

This report provides policy-makers in new and emerging federations with practical guidance in designing fiscal arrangements best suited to their countries. Four areas of fiscal management are explained along with a review of the experiences of select federations. (Available only in electronic form)

Executive, Legislative and Judicial Powers Checks and Balances and Judicial Independence

An analysis of the constitutional system of checks and balances in different types of government systems. Written before the approval of the Iraqi constitution through a nationwide referendum, this paper was prepared for the UN Project on Constitution-Making in Iraq. (Available only in electronic form)