By highlighting the scope and limitations of local NGO agencies, this book presents a unique perspective of the relationship between peacebuilding theory and its application in practice, outlining how well-educated, well-connected local decision makers and thinkers navigate the uneven power dynamics of the international aid system.

Autorentext
Thushara Dibley is the Deputy Director of the Sydney Southeast Asia Centre at the University of Sydney, Australia. She has published articles on social movements, activism and international development in Southeast Asia.

Inhalt
Introduction 1. Landscapes of Partnership 2. Contract Relationships 3. Partner-Driven Relationships 4. Networked Relationships Conclusion