structures, traditions, and social norms - not only matter for development, but they are often decisive factors in shaping policy … equality, governance and private sector development, this book advocates a pragmatic way of dealing with informal institutions … informal institutions in development strategies - whether by taking advantage of them in their existing state, by seeking to …

Informal institutions — family and kinship structures,traditions, and social norms — not only matter for development … structures. Based on concrete examples in the areas of gender equality, governance and private sector development, this book … moderniser” approach promises an adequate solution. Incorporating informal institutions in development strategies — whether by …

development. Is Informal Normal? provides evidence for policy makers on how to deal with this issue of crucial importance for …