U4 Anti-Corruption Resource Centre
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U4 is a resource centre for development practitioners who wish to effectively address corruption challenges in their work. https://t.co/vwUt26ALHW
Bergen, Norway
Joined February 2012
RT @UKinLiberia: The British Embassy, GIZ & U4 have spent a great week with partners building capacity to tackle illicit financial flows in….
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The Petroleum Fund was introduced in Uganda’s Public Finance Management Act (2015) to prevent oil revenue mismanagement. But are institutional constraints limiting its impact? . Our recent paper investigates. . #Accountability #ResourceGovernance #Uganda.
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Uganda’s emerging oil industry could paradoxically undermine its socioeconomic development. This is because of opportunities for corruption, including in project expenditure, procurement, land...
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Despite war challenges, Ukraine's local governments maintain autonomy in public service delivery. Strengthening their anti-corruption capacity ensures reconstruction is fair, efficient, and free from corruption. Read more 👇 .
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Investing in anti-corruption capacity is an important route to securing the democratic benefits of decentralisation reforms in Ukraine.
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Decades of survey data show a shift from generic to specific questions about #corruption. DATACORR's database captures this evolution, providing valuable insights for researchers. Read the blog 👇 .
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Policymakers need to decode which types of corruption raise public concern and where intervention is urgent. The DATACORR database of 3,000+ survey questions can help develop innovative, appropriate...
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Uganda’s oil industry could fuel economic growth—or corruption. What measures are in place to prevent the ‘resource curse’? Our recent research explores governance challenges and solutions. Read more: #AntiCorruption #Uganda #ResourceGovernance.
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Uganda’s emerging oil industry could paradoxically undermine its socioeconomic development. This is because of opportunities for corruption, including in project expenditure, procurement, land...
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Large pharmaceutical companies play a major role in vaccine research. But without strong oversight, their influence can distort trial data & erode trust. Strengthening integrity measures ensures safer, fairer outcomes for all. Read more:
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Clinical trials that take place in a range of countries ensures that vaccines are effective for different populations and bring opportunities for researchers and investment into a country’s medical...
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When businesses engage ethically in politics, democracy benefits. When they don’t, institutions weaken, trust declines, and corruption risks rise. How can companies contribute to a virtuous cycle instead of a vicious one? . Learn more in our recent U4 paper.
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Can citizen surveys accurately measure corruption? 🤔📊 Perceptions & experiences often don’t match. Our recent blog post explores why survey responses can be unreliable—and what can be done to improve data quality. Read more:
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Citizens’ survey responses can be unreliable and influenced by perceived expectations. Researchers must understand this behaviour, clearly set the context, and define key terms to improve corruption...
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Strengthening anti-corruption provisions in peace agreements requires action across multiple negotiation channels. Our recent study highlights strategies to integrate reforms from ceasefire talks to final agreements. Read more 👇 .
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Despite the vital role of anti-corruption in sustaining peace, the scope and success of integrating anti-corruption provisions in peace agreements has never been examined. Our study finds that, in...
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War-related uncertainty shouldn't compromise transparency. Our latest paper examines how Ukraine's local authorities can maintain anti-corruption measures while managing post-war reconstruction. Read in full ⤵️
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The recovery of Ukraine depends on empowering local self-government authorities (LSGs) to counter corruption and ensure transparent reconstruction efforts. These decentralised bodies, strengthened...
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When it comes to sustainability reporting, inconsistent global standards can hamper anti-corruption efforts. Our latest study explores the development organisations that are leading the way in transparency and accountability. Read in full 👉
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🇺🇦 Local self-government authorities play an essential role in Ukraine's reconstruction efforts. Our new research shows how these bodies can lead transparent, fair recovery initiatives while fighting corruption at the community level. Read the paper:
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36% of peace processes since 1990 included anti-corruption provisions, but there are few peace agreements addressing instances of past corruption and asset recovery. New U4 paper at 👇. #Peacebuilding #AntiCorruption
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What makes an anti-corruption review mechanism effective? 🌍 We benchmarked global practices and interviewed experts to find out. With the right improvements, UNCAC's vast potential can be realised. Read the paper 👉
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The United Nations Convention against Corruption has signatories from 98.5% of UN member states. As its second review cycle ends, now is the time to assess what an efficient follow-up process should...
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📢 Upcoming online course! Anti-corruption in fragile & conflict-affected states. The course is free with limited places available. 📅 January 15 – February 9, 2024.
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What can we learn from 34 years of peacebuilding practice and anti-corruption?. Peace agreements often feature AC measures like:. ✔ Reform of oversight bodies. ✔ Judiciary independence. ✔ Checks & balances between gov branches. Full insights at: . .
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Despite the vital role of anti-corruption in sustaining peace, the scope and success of integrating anti-corruption provisions in peace agreements has never been examined. Our study finds that, in...
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📘 Dive deeper into the data and strategies in our recent paper: The impacts of corruption on young people and their role in preventing corruption 👇.
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Young people are vulnerable to multiple forms of corruption that result in severe negative impacts spanning the social, economic and political dimensions of their lives. Anti-corruption measures can...
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Imagine brilliant ideas crushed before they can grow. Corruption creates invisible barriers that can prevent young entrepreneurs from turning vision into reality. Breaking these barriers starts with transparency. 📊 #UnitedAgainstCorruption #IACD2024
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