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25 Aug

The AACI & UAB Partner to Promote Anti-Corruption in Banking

Posted by The AACI CACE, CACM, Conference, Leadership, Press Release, Principles of Fighting Corruption, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC)

Press Release The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) and the Union of Arab Banks Sign a Memorandum of Understanding to Promote Anti-Corruption and Integrity Tempe, ArizonaMedia Dept. August 24, 2024 – The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) proudly announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Union of Arab Banks (UAB) […]

30 Jan

Certified Anti-Corruption Fellow (CACF)®©

Posted by The AACI CACF, Leadership, Learning Programs, Principles of Fighting Corruption, Student, Transparency

Exam UnitJanuary 30, 2023 The CACF is an anti-corruption certification that intends to assist participating institutions, universities, and professionals who wish to fight corruption wisely. CACF is often utilized to increase anti-corruption intelligence by middle and higher management professionals. The higher the degree of anti-corruption knowledge and abilities of the […]

13 Feb

The AACI Successfully Completes Fourth CACF at Fouad Chehab Command and Staff College

Posted by The AACI CACF, Certification, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Learning Programs, Press Release, Principles of Fighting Corruption

February 12, 2025 The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its fourth consecutive Certified Anti-Corruption Fellow (CACF) review course and exam at the esteemed Fouad Chehab Command and Staff College in Beirut, Lebanon. In collaboration with the Lebanon Certified Anti-Corruption Managers (LCACM) and Mrs. Gina Chammas, The AACI delivered its […]

06 Feb

Announcement: Updated CACM Membership Renewal, Lapse, and Reinstatement Policy

Posted by The AACI CACM, Certification, Membership

February 6, 2025Membership and Certification Dept. The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism within its membership community. To ensure clarity and consistency in membership management, we are pleased to announce the updated official CACM Membership Renewal, Lapse, and Reinstatement Policy, effective […]

30 Jan

The Organizational Culture of Corruption

Posted by The AACI Business Ethics, Costs of Corruption, Ethics, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Opinions

What Should Top Management Do? Technical StaffJanuary 25, 2025 What makes an organizational culture corrupt? An organization operates as a social entity within a community, shaped by both its internal and external environments. While the external environment interacts with the organization, this discussion will focus solely on its internal dynamics. […]

30 Jan

Five Key Corruption Cultural Risks Leaders Must Address

Posted by The AACI Accountability, Business Ethics, Ethics, Governance, Leadership, Opinions, Transparency, Types of Fraud and Corruption

January 27, 2025Technical Staff In every organization, cultural risks can silently pave the way for fraud and corruption. To safeguard integrity and accountability, leadership must be vigilant against these five critical risks: 1. Weak Tone at the Top When leaders fail to model ethical behavior, it sends a dangerous message […]

23 Jan

🔔 The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) Substack is Now Live!

Posted by The AACI Business Ethics, CACE, CACEM, Governance, Leadership, Opinions, The AACI's View, whistleblowing

January 22, 2025 We are excited to announce the official launch of The AACI’s Substack, a dedicated space where professionals and decision-makers can stay ahead of the latest trends, tools, and best practices in anti-corruption, governance, and transparency. 🌍 By subscribing, you will: ✅ Receive posts as soon as they’re published✅ Engage with […]

23 Jan

What Makes A Corrupt?

Posted by The AACI Academia, Accountability, Conflicts of interest, Ethics, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Opinions, Transparency

Technical StaffJanuary 22, 2025 Corruption is a subject that has fascinated scholars, policymakers, and the public alike for centuries. While we may never have a universally accepted answer to the question of what exactly “turns someone corrupt,” some recurring themes are worth exploring. In this post, we want to share […]

28 Dec

Corruption in US Politics: A Legacy of Betrayal and Power’s Ethical Downfall

Posted by The AACI Accountability, Conflicts of interest, Costs of Corruption, Governance, Human rights, Leadership, Transparency, Types of Fraud and Corruption, whistleblowing

Technical StaffDecember 28, 2024 Corruption and betrayal have left an indelible mark on the history of US politics, weaving a narrative of power, unethical behavior, and the erosion of public trust. From high-profile presidential scandals like Watergate to local-level cases of bribery and fraud, these stories reveal how political misconduct […]