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Episode 18: Corruption as a Business Risk: Integrating it into Your Risk Management Framework Technical Staff, June 17, 2024 Welcome to “The Edge: Anti-Corruption” podcast series, brought to you by The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI). Our podcasts are designed to empower leaders and management within organizations to tackle fraud and corruption head-on. Today is...
Technical Staff June 11, 2024 In today’s business landscape, corruption remains one of the most significant threats to organizational integrity and sustainability. When corruption risks are not adequately addressed, organizations can face severe financial losses, legal repercussions, and irreparable damage to their reputations. This blog post examines the corruption risks present in organizations under certain...
Technical Staff June 5, 2024 1. Lack of a Clear Anti-Corruption Strategy Mistake: Not establishing a comprehensive and clear anti-corruption strategy. Solution: Develop and implement an anti-corruption strategy accompanied by policies that outline acceptable behaviors, reporting mechanisms, and consequences for violations. The strategy and its policies should be communicated to all employees and stakeholders. 2. Inadequate Training and...
Mike J. MASOUD June 4, 2024 1. The Fundamentals of Fighting Corruption Corruption undermines the integrity and functioning of institutions, erodes public trust, and impedes economic development. Fighting corruption [1] requires a multifaceted approach, focusing on prevention, detection, and enforcement. Key fundamentals include [2]: Transparency and Accountability: Establishing clear, transparent...
Technical Staff May 27, 2024 Introduction The fight against corruption has always been an uphill battle, especially in environments where personal freedoms are severely restricted. Throughout history, marginalized and oppressed groups have found ways to resist and challenge corrupt systems despite immense challenges. This blog post explores the parallels between...
Mike J. Masoud May 7, 2024 In the relentless battle against corruption, it’s crucial to understand the intricate web that connects various forms of malfeasance. The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) defines corruption as the abuse of power or perceived power or entrusted authority for direct or indirect private monetary or nonmonetary...
April 24, 2024 L Burke Files, DDP, CACMPresident, The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) The first Anti-Money Laundering law was the United States Bank Secrecy Act. It was passed in 1970, the Nixon Administration’s knee-jerk reaction to the boatloads of cash flowing into US banks. There were a few additions in...