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the aim of this project was to create a vegetation map at the
National Vegetation Classification alliance level or finer, with a
minimum mapping unit of 0.5 hectares, thematic accuracy of 80% or
better per map class, and spatial accuracy meeting U.S. National
Map Accuracy Standards.
Participatory development and government accountability depend in
part on the existence of media that provide broad access to
information from varied sources and that equip and encourage people
to raise and debate issues and develop public opinion. Conducive
policies, law, and regulations are essential for media to develop
that are independent and widely accessible and that enable the
expression of diverse perspectives and sources of information.
'Broadcasting, Voice, and Accountability' presents a framework to
inform analysis of existing policies and support the development of
a vigorous media sector, with a particular emphasis on
broadcasting. It focuses on broadcasting because that is the medium
with the greatest potential to reach and involve society at large,
including the most disadvantaged and illiterate segments of society
in developing countries. Information on good practices in
broadcasting policy is in demand in countries of every
region--particularly in countries that are opening their economies,
democratizing, and decentralizing public service delivery. This
book provides development practitioners with a wide overview of the
key policy and regulatory issues involved in supporting freedom of
information and expression and enabling development of a
pluralistic, independent, and robust broadcasting sector. Policy,
regulation, capacity, and institutional development are important
development levers that shape the ownership, content, and social
impacts of broadcasting systems. The guide shows the importance of
enabling a mix of ownership and uses, commonly classified in terms
of commercial, public service, and community broadcasting, that
serves the public interest. With the guidance of this book,
broadcasting policy and regulation can be tackled as a mainstream
development topic, with important consequences for government
transparency, government accountability, and enabling disadvantaged
constituencies to voice their concerns and press for action. This
book is the World Bank's first publication presenting good
practices from around the work in media and broadcasting policy and
regulation and complements existing work in governance, public
sector reform, and access to information. It is a useful toll for
policymakers, reform managers, development practitioners, and
students alike.
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