Knowledge Interfaces and Practices of Negotiation: Cases from a Women's Group in Bolivia and an Oil Refinery in Wales

Arce, A. and Fisher, E. (2003) Knowledge Interfaces and Practices of Negotiation: Cases from a Women's Group in Bolivia and an Oil Refinery in Wales. In: Pottier, J., Bicker, A. and Sillitoe, P. (eds.) Negotiating local knowledge: power and identity in development. Pluto Press, London, pp. 74-97. ISBN 9780745320076

Abstract/Summary

This chapter examines encounters between international institutions that frame their objectives through a global policy language, and people whose lives are the focus for change heralded by these institutions. It explores how a global policy language, which seeks consensus and equality, can be at odds with local understandings, conflict and intentions.