Institutional Reform
This approach is to raise awareness of
water issues among policy-makers and the general public. It emphasizes
subsidiarity – management decisions should be taken at the lowest appropriate
level, with central government retaining regulatory and support roles. It
advocates increased accountability of management institutions and full consultation
and involvement of users in the planning and implementation of water projects.
The capacity of certain disadvantaged groups may need to be enhanced through training
and targeted pro-poor development policies for full participation.