Anti-corruption compliance motivation / Philippines health sector vulnerabilities / IACA online programmes

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What really motivates anti-corruption compliance? (Webinar).  “The new OECD Study on “Corporate Anti-Corruption Compliance Drivers, Mechanisms and Ideas for Change” will be launched during a webinar on 23 September 2020 [15:00 Paris time]… Panellists will also discuss some of the main challenges faced by companies looking to implement anti-corruption programmes, and explore potential solutions, including ways for governments, international organisations, and civil society to better support and accompany companies in their anti-corruption efforts.”

Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development: https://meetoecd1.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kURiKAHPQh2Yc3YSbQDAxQ

 

Commentary: Addressing corruption vulnerabilities in COVID-19 pandemic.  “In a forum on “Fighting the Pandemic of Corruption” organized by Transparency International-Philippines…[the] main risk areas identified were: (1) withholding accurate health data, (2) procurement contract awards, (3) substandard equipment, (4) prescription of branded over generic drugs, and (5) health budget embezzlement.”

Francisco Magno/The Philippine Star: https://www.philstar.com/other-sections/news-feature/2020/09/05/2040298/commentary-addressing-corruption-vulnerabilities-covid-19-pandemic  

 

IACA programmes move online, still accepting applications.  The International Anti-Corruption Academy is still accepting applications for the two Master’s programmes which will now be conducted online, with optional in-person components. See the two links below for more details. Please note that those seeking scholarships should apply by 15 September, while the general application deadline is 20 September 2020.

Master in Anti-Corruption Studies (MACS): https://www.iaca.int/iaca-programmes/academic-programmes/master-in-anti-corruption-studies

International Master in Anti-Corruption Compliance and Collective Action (IMACC): https://www.iaca.int/iaca-programmes/academic-programmes/imacc.html

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