This paper identifies and assesses the extent to which downward accountability mechanisms in non-governmental development organisations (NGDOs) have had the potential in practice to contribute to the effectiveness of rights-based approaches to development. The paper draws on evidence gathered...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to deepen and advance the understanding of the construction of accountability within the relationship between government funders and development non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Design/methodology/approach – The paper presents a case study...

Purpose –The purpose of this paper is to deepen and advance the understanding of the construction of accountability within the relationship between government funders and development non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Design/methodology/approach -The paper presents a case study examining...