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19 Aug

Corruption and National Security: A Call to Action for Sustainable Development

Posted by The AACI Accountability, Costs of Corruption, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Opinions, Transparency

Technical staff; August 19, 2024 Corruption is not merely a domestic issue confined within a country’s borders; it directly impacts national security and extends its reach into neighboring nations. The intricate ties between corruption and security threats make it imperative for every nation to address this issue with unwavering determination. […]

14 Aug

Transparency, Anti-Corruption, and Their Impact on a Legislative Environment Supportive of Women’s Issues

Posted by The AACI Conference, Costs of Corruption, Ethics, Governance, Human rights, Leadership, Learning Programs, Opinions, Principles of Fighting Corruption, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC), Transparency, whistleblowing

Technical Staff; August 14, 2024 On July 31, 2024, The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) participated in the regional meeting of the Arab Women Organization focused on “Gender Justice in Legislation and Public Policies,” held from July 29 to 31, 2024. Our participation was in Arabic. However, we translated our recommendations […]

09 Aug

Addressing National Red Flags of Corruption

Posted by The AACI Accountability, Costs of Corruption, Governance, Human rights, Internal Control, Leadership, Learning Programs, Opinions, Transparency, Types of Fraud and Corruption

Technical staff;August 9, 2024 Introduction Fraud and corruption are not only organizational issues but also national crises that can undermine a country’s development, governance, and citizen trust. Recognizing and addressing these red flags is critical for those charged with governance, citizens, and civil society to prevent the decay and corruption […]

07 Aug

Students Revolt: Exposing Bangladesh’s Corruption

Posted by Mike Masoud Academia, Accountability, Governance, Human rights, Internal Control, Leadership, Opinions, Principles of Fighting Corruption, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC), Student, Transparency

Mike Masoud;August 7, 2024 Introduction In early July 2024, Bangladesh witnessed a significant student uprising that captured the attention of international media, drawing parallels with historical movements for social justice and democracy. This surge of student activism did not emerge from a vacuum; it is a direct response to the […]

30 Jul

The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024

Posted by The AACI Accountability, Costs of Corruption, Governance, Internal Control, Principles of Fighting Corruption, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC), The AACI's View, Transparency

Technical Staff; July 30, 2024 The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024, issued on June 2024, highlights the significant challenges and setbacks in achieving the SDGs, despite some progress in areas like reducing child mortality, preventing HIV infection, and improving access to energy and mobile broadband. It underscores the urgent need […]

30 Jul

Unmasking Healthcare Corruption: A Deep Dive into Industry-Specific Schemes

Posted by The AACI Academia, Accountability, Conflicts of interest, Costs of Corruption, Governance, Internal Control, Opinions, Transparency, whistleblowing

Technical staffJuly 29, 2024 We are thrilled to announce the release of Episode 22 of “The Edge: Anti-Corruption” podcast, presented by The AACI. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the intricate and pervasive corruption schemes that plague the healthcare industry. From bribery and kickbacks to fraudulent billing […]

30 Jul

Combating Fraud and Corruption in Healthcare: Red Flags and Essential Measures

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

Technical StaffJuly 29, 2024 Fraud and corruption in the healthcare industry not only drain valuable resources but also undermine the trust and safety of patients. Recognizing the unique red flags and implementing robust anti-corruption measures are crucial steps in safeguarding the integrity of healthcare systems. Here, we explore the most […]