Anti-corruption (or anticorruption) comprises activities that oppose or inhibit corruption. Just as corruption takes many forms, anti-corruption efforts vary in scope and in strategy. [1] A general distinction between preventive and reactive measures is sometimes drawn.

Businesses should work against corruption in all its forms including extortion and bribery. Learn about the issue of anti-corruption through the UN Global Compact, and the business impact of corruption on society.

The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) is the only legally binding universal anti-corruption instrument. It was drafted and negotiated in Vienna, Austria in 2002-2003 and subsequently adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on 31 October 2003.

Our global movement works in over 100 countries to end the injustice of corruption by promoting transparency, accountability and integrity. What is corruption? We define corruption as the abuse of entrusted power for private gain. To end corruption we must first understand it. That’s why we look at what causes corruption and what works against it.

Jan 20, 2025 · Globally, corruption saps economic growth, hinders development, destabilizes governments, undermines democracy, and provides openings for dangerous groups such as criminals, traffickers, and terrorists.

Apr 30, 2025 · Fighting corruption and promoting integrity in both the private and public sectors are critical to fostering an environment of trust and accountability, and conducive to sustainable and inclusive economic development. The OECD has been a driving force in the global anti-corruption movement for more than four decades.

Anti-corruption acts as an accelerator to achieve the SDGs, which rely on effective, transparent and inclusive governance mechanisms and institutions to meet the needs of all people, and it supports the legitimacy of public authorities, and trust in governance.

Users of the portal will find easy and free access to: training materials and multimedia resources; corruption risk mitigation tools and methodologies in sectors; case studies and lessons learned from anti-corruption interventions and policy documents, including anti-corruption strategies, reports and evaluations, and advocacy resources.

The United Nations Convention against Corruption is the only legally binding universal anti-corruption instrument. UNCAC's far-reaching approach and many mandatory provisions makes it a unique tool for addressing a global problem.

Apr 3, 2025 · As the Trump administration pulls back from enforcing anti-corruption laws, state and local governments should stand ready to enforce criminal statutes, uphold the rule of law, and combat corruption.