Unlock the potential of local communities for sustainable development. This book provides a comprehensive guide to scaling up local and community driven development (LCDD) initiatives in developing countries. It addresses the challenges of state effectiveness, market imperfections, and structural inequities that hinder social policy. This volume offers a framework for moving beyond conventional approaches, empowering communities and local governments to drive economic and social progress. Discover: - The historical roots and theoretical underpinnings of LCDD - Practical strategies for adapting LCDD to diverse country contexts - Tools and techniques for effective program design and implementation - Case studies and lessons learned from successful initiatives worldwide For policy makers, development practitioners, and researchers, this is an essential resource for achieving equitable opportunity and social justice.