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Development Programs for Poverty Alleviation: Comparative Study of Microfinance Program in Two Areas of Tajikistan

Grezov, Ravshan
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1212827802

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2008, Master of Arts (MA), Ohio University, International Development Studies (International Studies).
This study analyzes the macro- and micro-level development programs for poverty alleviation in the Republic of Tajikistan. At the macro-level, this study examines the International Monetary Fund's macroeconomic stabilization programs and the World Bank's structural adjustment programs in collaboration with the Government of Tajikistan to highlight the challenges that the International Financial Institutions face in building sound economic development. At the micro-level, it analyzes a case of the UNDP program on microfinance to see if there is a statistically significant correlation between micro-loans and improved livelihoods. This research shows that poor governance and high corruption are widespread at the macro-level and thus policies should take a different approach through building strong capacities of local institutions and politicians. At the micro-level, however, the study concludes that microfinance is a more efficient and effective way to reach and empower the poor. Still there are fewer opportunities for women to control financial resources that also should be tackled through capacity building programs on the ground. In general, strong commitment of politicians at all levels of government and increased participation of civil society are vital to the success of poverty alleviation programs.
Ann R. Tickamyer, PhD (Committee Chair)
Bob Walter, PhD (Committee Member)
Risa Whitson, PhD (Committee Member)
87 p.
International Relations
rural areas of Tajikistan; micro-level development; Republic of Tajikistan; UNDP; poverty alleviation

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  • Grezov, R. (2008). Development Programs for Poverty Alleviation: Comparative Study of Microfinance Program in Two Areas of Tajikistan [Master's thesis, Ohio University]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1212827802

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Grezov, Ravshan. Development Programs for Poverty Alleviation: Comparative Study of Microfinance Program in Two Areas of Tajikistan. 2008. Ohio University, Master's thesis. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1212827802.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Grezov, Ravshan. "Development Programs for Poverty Alleviation: Comparative Study of Microfinance Program in Two Areas of Tajikistan." Master's thesis, Ohio University, 2008. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1212827802

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