The publication examines the consequences of 23 research projects that were funded by Canada’s International Research Center. Key findings and case studies from Asia, Africa and Latin America are presented in a reader-friendly, journalistic style, giving the reader a deeper grasp and understanding of approaches, contexts, relationships and events. The book is a useful resource to academics, researchers and students, professionals in donor and development organisations worldwide, policy and decision makers in government both at local, national and international arenas and development agencies and civil society organizations concerned within tegrating the voice of citizens into policy and decision making processes.