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16 Oct

Standard on Fighting Corruption 220: Deterrence

Posted by The AACI Accountability, Governance, Leadership, Learning Programs, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC), The AACI's View

OFFICIAL RELEASE Technical Staff October 15, 2023 Standards on Fighting Corruption (SFCs) The SFCs are fundamental pillars and guidelines to help stakeholders implement the ten principles of fighting corruption and: 1. Promote consistent practice and behavior and facilitate effective responses to identified corruption risks. 2. Help management and other stakeholders […]

10 Oct

The Peer Effect: How Misconduct Spreads and What Organizations Can Do

Posted by The AACI Accountability, Governance, Leadership, Learning Programs, Opinions, whistleblowing

Technical Staff October 9, 2023 Introduction In the realm of corruption and misconduct, there’s an age-old saying: “One bad apple can ruin the bunch.” This adage holds not only for fruit but also for organizations and their employees. A few bad actors within an organization can have a devastating impact […]

02 Oct

Announcing the Launch of the Certified Anti-Corruption Expert Manager (CACEM) Program

Posted by The AACI Accountability, CACEM, CACM, Certification, Leadership, Membership, Press Release, Principles of Fighting Corruption, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC), whistleblowing

October 2, 2023 The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) is thrilled to announce the official launch of our groundbreaking Certified Anti-Corruption Expert Manager (CACEM) Program. This initiative represents a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to combating corruption and fostering integrity in today’s complex world. Why CACEM Matters Corruption remains a […]

15 Sep

Unveiling the Power of Internal Control: A Guide for Decision Makers

Posted by The AACI Accountability, CACM, Governance, Leadership, Transparency

Technical Staff September 15, 2023 Introduction This blog post delves into the pivotal subject of internal control, founded on the framework outlined in the Internal Control-Integrated Framework published by COSO. Whether you are a board member, executive management, or a public or private sector leader, understanding the essence of internal […]

13 Sep

Unleashing the Power of Integrity: A Definitive Guide for Leadership in the Fight Against Corruption

Posted by Mike Masoud Accountability, Certification, Conflicts of interest, Costs of Corruption, Ethics, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Opinions, Transparency, whistleblowing

Mike J. Masoud September 13, 2023 Introduction In the complex landscape of today’s global organizations, the specters of corruption, fraud, and money laundering loom ominously. As leaders occupying executive management, board seats, or senior official positions, the mantle of responsibility falls squarely upon their shoulders. Those charged with governance are […]

04 Sep

The Power of Whistleblowing – Part 3

Posted by Mike Masoud Accountability, Costs of Corruption, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Opinions, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC), Transparency, whistleblowing

Mike J. Masoud September 4, 2023 Raising Awareness and Engagement of Citizens This post marks the conclusion of a three-part series [1] [2] addressing the pivotal role of whistleblowing in deterring, preventing, and detecting instances of fraud, corruption, and abuse of power. It falls squarely upon the shoulders of governmental […]

28 Aug

Public Consultation for Standard on Fighting Corruption 240: Transparency

Posted by The AACI Accountability, CACF, CACM, Certification, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC), Transparency

The AACI Opens Public Consultation for Its Standard on Fighting Corruption (SFC). (Tempe, Arizona, August 28, 2023) Today, The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) publishes the following Standards on Fighting Corruption: Standard on Fighting Corruption 240: Transparency This Standard on Fighting Corruption (SFC) deals with transparency and its importance in the […]