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Technical StaffNovember 29, 2023Corruption poses a significant threat to businesses, communities, and nations at large. While citizens play a crucial role in combating it, the responsibility falls upon those entrusted with governance—leaders, policymakers, legislators, and others—to ensure the implementation of effective anti-corruption strategies that engage all stakeholders. Evaluating the effectiveness...
Mike MasoudNovember 27, 2023IntroductionCorruption is a complex socioeconomic and political phenomenon against which nations and institutions must fight effectively and efficiently. Without properly combating corruption, countries and organizations will fail to achieve sustainable economic growth, good governance, and strong performance. However, a comprehensive understanding of corruption is a prerequisite for...
Technical staffNovember 7, 2023IntroductionIn today’s ever-evolving business landscape, one thing remains constant: the necessity of upholding ethical values and integrity. Corruption poses a significant threat to any organization, but it can be combated through the establishment of an anti-corruption corporate culture. This blog post will make the case that instilling...
Technical StaffOctober 9, 2023IntroductionIn 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 on its culture...
Mike J. MasoudSeptember 13, 2023IntroductionIn 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 the guardians tasked...
Mike J. MasoudSeptember 4, 2023Raising 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 bodies and those...
August 24, 2023His Excellency Peter1 Hain made a convincing argument in support of establishing a global corruption court. Most people, except the corrupt, agree that “Kleptocrats who rob developing countries need to be held accountable.”However, it is imperative to acknowledge the potential for politicizing the court. Also, judges and investigators...
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