Key Regions & Countries

Domestic Resource Mobilisation (DRM) was the first leading action called for by the Monterrey Consensus on Financing for Development in 2002 and was reaffirmed at the Doha Review Conference in November 2008. There is heightened interest in the topic in the context of the global economic crisis. The North South Institute has been working with African, UK and Canadian partners on a research project on Domestic Resource Mobilization in Sub Saharan Africa. The basic premise is that for sustainable growth and poverty reduction to take place, it is essential that a coherent, dynamic and domestically driven capital accumulation, intermediation and mobilisation process takes root in the region. This is considered necessary over the long-term to wean countries away from excessive dependence on aid and other unpredictable and volatile external flows that can be problematic. The research project has explored the constraints to and potential for greater DRM and the developmental purpose of such efforts through five case studies in: Burundi, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Tanzania and Uganda. The aims of this conference are to: • Further the debate on Domestic Resource Mobilisation in Africa • Share findings with donors and other partners • Discuss innovations that could lead to greater DRM in Africa This conference is mainly by invitation but a few additional places are available on application.

In the aftermath of the credit crunch, how to rebuild economic and employment structures to achieve societies that are both productive and harmonious? What are the appropriate governance structures? How to measure ‘happiness’ ratings? How to balance with pressure for continuous economic growth? How to ensure maximum participation in civic society? How to build social cohesion while respecting the rights of the individual?
Location: Wilton Park

Is there a greater dynamic for mediation and conflict resolution from within the region? What are the strengths and weaknesses of regional actors in conflict management? What is the relationship between regional and international actors? Are there prospects for a more collective approach to security? Organised in partnership with the NATO Defense College, Rome
Location: Wilton Park