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[Blog] How can we prevent corruption taking lives. Corruption can be a matter of life or death. In the Health sector, it divers life-saving resources from people who need them, threatening their right to health.    UNDP: https://www.undp.org/blog/how-we-can-prevent-corruption-taking-lives     [Webinar] Money Laundering through the Real Estate Sector. The FATF webinar explored how criminals launder the proceeds of crime through the real estate sector.    FATF-GAFI: https://www.fatf-gafi.org/publications/fatfrecommendations/documents/webinar-real-estate.html       Governments call for reforms to centuries-old honorary consul system. Authorities around the world launch probes and propose overhauls following ICIJ and ProPublica's Shadow Diplomats Investigation.    International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ): https://www.icij.org/investigations/shadow-dip...

Honoring courageous anti-corruption champions. There were eight winners of the U.S. State Department 2022 Anti-Corruption Champion Award at the IACC in Washington     Share America: https://share.america.gov/honoring-courageous-anti-corruption-champions/     [Report] Corruption and Democracy in Asia . Democratic politics is about making government work for the people by giving citizens a voice in government and the ability to remove leaders from office.     Brookings: https://www.brookings.edu/research/corruption-and-democracy-in-asia/     [Blog] Financial Integrity to Achieve SDGs. Corruption is not just unethical; it robs societies of resources needed to achieve development objectives. Upholding financial integrity is at the core of fighting corruption.     UNDP: https://www.undp.org/blog/financial-integrity-achieve-sdgs  

«A Ray of Hope»: The fight against corruption in Melanesian Countries. International IDEA conducted three webinars exploring corruption in the region as part of the "Democratic Development in the Melanasian webinar series 2022".     International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance: https://www.idea.int/news-media/news/ray-hope-fight-against-corruption-melanesian-countries     [Publication] Building anti-corruption resilience to combat entrenched corruption systems . When corruption is part of a system in sectors like health or education, it poses a different challenge compared to more traditional corruption.     U4 Anti-Corruption Resource Centre: https://www.u4.no/publications/building-anti-corruption-resilience-to-combat-entrenched-corruption-systems     [Blog] Empowering Local Action Against Corruption in Covid-19 Responses .   To fight corruption in Covid-19 respons...

[Event announcement] Signatures for Sale: A Look Inside the Corporate Secrecy Industry ( International Anti-Corruption Conference 2022 , 6 December). "The workshop will explore these issues within the broader context of the global agenda to increase corporate transparency and improve effectiveness of beneficial ownership registries to curb financial crime."   StAR Initiative : https://star.worldbank.org/events/signatures-sale-look-inside-corporate-secrecy-industry-iacc-2022     How to fight corruption most effectively by carefully studying the context. "New research shows the answer to what constitutes corruption depends on the importance of informal networks in your country, whether you belong to one and who benefits from their use."   World Economic Forum : https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2022/11/how-companies-should-cope-with-corruption/     Nigeria's the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's (EFCC) stressed the ...

Summit for Democracy: Progress in the Year of Action of the U.S. government. "For example, in December the U.S. Government will co-host the 2022 International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC), the world's premier opportunity for civil society and government officials to collaborate on anti-corruption matters."   The White House : https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/11/29/fact-sheet-summit-for-democracy-progress-in-the-year-of-action/     Indonesia's anti-corruption agency involves villages in anti-corruption efforts. "The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has carried out a strategy to eradicate corruption through community education, one of which is being pursued through the Anti-Corruption Village Program."   ANTARA : https://en.antaranews.com/news/262909/kpk-involves-villages-in-anti-corruption-efforts     Australia's National Anti-Corruption Commission Bill passes parliament. ...

[Blog] As climate adaptation takes centre stage, so should corruption considerations. "As COP27 hears the shout for funding climate adaptation – rather than just mitigation – anti-corruption voices also need to be heard. Corruption will cripple climate action."   U4 Anti-corruption Resource Centre : https://www.u4.no/blog/climate-adaptation-takes-centre-stage-so-should-corruption     [Opinion] The 'proof' problem with EU sanctions — and how to fix it. "Sanctions are most effective when coordinated with other states, and a solid framework would help short circuit these networks, constrain criminals' actions, and protect the integrity of Western domestic institutions."   EU Observer : https://euobserver.com/opinion/156458     Malaysia's new prime minister vows to unify the country and fight corruption. "There are some core issues that we will never compromise [on]," he said, citing good governance, anti-co...

The 20 th International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) Agenda #IACC2022: Uprooting Corruption, Defending Democratic Values. "Over 70 thematic sessions: IACC connected world leaders to international networks, activists, experts, journalists, businesses and more, bringing together over 1500 people from 140 countries."   IACC : https://hopin.com/events/international-anti-corruption-conference-2022-uprooting-corruption-defending-democratic-values-84a93061-f7c7-43f0-b4a1-955ff27e9e30/registration     International Anti-Corruption Day (IACD) - 9 December 2022. "The 2022 IACD also marks the start of our efforts to mark the twentieth anniversary of UNCAC. This is reflected by the theme of this year's international day, "UNCAC at 20: Uniting the World Against Corruption"   The United Nations : https://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/anticorruptionday/index.html     [Job Announcement] Research and Knowledge Management Analyst based in ...

African nations win UN tussle over paving the way for global tax reforms. "The U.N. approved a resolution today to begin talks on establishing a new global tax system that could reign in corporate tax dodging and curb money laundering around the world."   International Consortium of Investigative Journalism (ICIJ) : https://www.icij.org/investigations/paradise-papers/african-nations-win-un-tussle-over-paving-the-way-for-global-tax-reforms/     Nigeria's Federal Executive Council has approved an extension of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy Document from 2022-2026. "The proceeds of the fight against corruption have been ploughed into the nation's economy as a means of impacting the livelihood of Nigerians through programmes like the school feeding programme and trader money, among others."   Voice of Nigeria : https://von.gov.ng/federal-executive-council-approves-new-anti-corruption-strategy-document/     Federa...

Whistleblower protection must not be an afterthought – it is the main game of integrity in Australia. "These developments underscore the importance of those who speak up in the public interest. In the public and private sectors, whistleblowers are a central part in bringing wrongdoing to light."   The Guardian : https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2022/nov/23/whistleblower-protection-must-not-be-an-afterthought-it-is-the-main-game-of-integrity     We must transform justice systems to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow, says Commonwealth Secretary-General. "She said no conversation on the rule of law can be complete without a discussion on access to justice for citizens across the Commonwealth at the opening ceremony of the  2022 Commonwealth Law Ministers Meeting ."   The Commonwealth : https://thecommonwealth.org/news/we-must-transform-justice-systems-meet-challenges-today-and-tomorrow     9 in 10 Fil...

South Korea's Anti-corruption and Civil Right Commission (ACRC) hosts anti-corruption training for Costa Rica and Paraguay. "ACRC will continue to expand technical assistance to Central and South America, Africa and Middle East beyond Asia in line with chapter VI of UNCAC, devoted to technical assistance and information exchange."   ACRC : https://acrc.go.kr/board.es?mid=a20301000000&bid=62&act=view&list_no=42893     2,000 Anti-Corruption Unit observers to oversee Grade 12 exams in Cambodia. "The exam control committees employ more than 77,000 educators, and liaise with the Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) at all stages of the process. The ACU will also assign 2,000 observers to watch the exams. The Union of Youth Federations of Cambodia (UYFC) will also participate."   The Phnom Penh Post : https://www.phnompenhpost.com/national/2000-anti-corruption-unit-observers-oversee-grade-12-exams     Iraqi PM tries to assure...

[Event] Upscaling the Fair Business Environment in ASEAN with UNDP FairBiz project. "The regional event organized by UNDP Bangkok Regional Hub will present the tangible benefits of the project launched in 2018 with the generous support of the UK Government, ASEAN Economic Reform Programme."   UNDP : https://www.undp.org/asia-pacific/fairbiz/events/regional-event-sustaining-and-upscaling-fair-business-environment-asean     [Online course] Anti-corruption courses related to natural resource sector are open to everyone by U4. "Corruption and wildlife trafficking, corruption in the forestry sector and corruption in the extractive industries course are provided with a self-paced format."   U4 Anti-corruption Resource Centre : https://www.u4.no/online-courses     The anti-corruption conference, attended by High-level officials, was held in Libya focusing on fighting corruption to build stability . "The conference proposed 5 p...

[Opinion] Locally led adaptation to climate change is not a pipe dream. "Local partners have decision-making authority in project design and delivery, are supported and fairly compensated for their time and resources and can access direct and transparent funding mechanisms."   Devex: https://www.devex.com/news/opinion-locally-led-adaptation-to-climate-change-is-not-a-pipe-dream-104400     Kenya's Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has trained senior officials of agricultural-based cooperative societies on integrity and good governance. "The Commissioner of EACC observed that though agricultural oriented co-operatives were a key cog in the wheels of farming industry in Kenya, they also faced emerging challenges such as graft, fraudulent election of officials, poor management and irregular disposal of assets."   Kenya News Agency : https://www.kenyanews.go.ke/eacc-trains-sacco-to-fight-graft/     Ethiopia establi...

[Publication] Corruption and crimes linked to the transfer of athletes increase risk among minors and vulnerable adults: new UNODC research . "Strong anecdotal evidence indicates a variety of corrupt and criminal conducts in transactions related to the transfer of athletes, from illicit financial flows to trafficking in persons."   UNODC : https://www.unodc.org/unodc/frontpage/2022/November/corruption-and-crimes-linked-to-the-transfer-of-athletes-increase-risk-among-minors-and-vulnerable-adults_-new-unodc-research.html     [Blog] Investing in forests for climate action. "There is also a need for transformational change in how climate finance is allocated, disbursed, and effectively implemented, so that the resources needed are available rapidly for climate action on the ground."   UNDP : https://www.undp.org/blog/investing-forests-climate-action     Money Laundering: Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (...

G20 Bali Leaders' Declaration. "We will continue to lead by example through strengthening and implementing our obligations and commitments to anti-corruption efforts including through legally binding instruments, while renewing our commitment to zero tolerance for corruption."   White House : https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/11/16/g20-bali-leaders-declaration/     The Papua New Guinea (PNG) Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) launched its Anti-Corruption and Integrity Strategy 2023-2025. "ICAC foresees that the threat of corruption is not only from the outside but also within, thus it is critically important for ICAC to ensure that they have systems and processes that can help them eradicate corruption."   Papua New Guinea Today : https://news.pngfacts.com/2022/11/icac-launches-strategy-to-combat.html     [Announcement] TRACE Bribery Risk Matrix 2022. " It measures business ...

[Publication] Greening energy: An anti-corruption primer . "Corruption is expected to pose major obstacles for the green energy transition. Decarbonisation of energy systems requires investments from the tens to hundreds of trillions of dollars."   U4 Anti-corruption Resource Centre : https://www.u4.no/publications/greening-energy-an-anti-corruption-primer     COP27: India calls for ambitious and concessional finance goal post-2025.   "Transparency and trust are the backbones of all multilateral discussions. Having a clear definition of climate finance will promote transparency and trust, vital for furthering constructive deliberations."   Hindustan Times : https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/cop27-india-calls-for-ambitious-and-concessional-finance-goal-post2025-101668448677292-amp.html     Stakeholders seek application of behavior change approach to fight corruption in Nigeria. "We are advocating that we shoul...