 In the summer of 2007, WBI began a series of discussions with representatives of the business community, NGOs and other anti-corruption stakeholders focused on the proposition that business could and, in fact, wanted to do more to be an active force for constructive change in high risk geographies or sectors. It became clear in the discussions that business wanted to go beyond internal compliance programs to external operational activities which would improve market and project transparency and competitiveness.
A core group then met in the fall to discuss, research, and better understand a proven anti-corruption concept involving business as an integral participant: Collective Action. Other interested parties took on guide review status because of pre-existing priorities. Meeting generally weekly by telephone, video-conference or in-person, the core group quickly found that numerous successful Collective Action examples existed – but were not well known or readily available. The identified goal then became to produce a guide – in the PowerPoint® language of business – which organizations could use as a resource to better understand and apply the various forms of Collective Action. On the basis of informative and enlightening discussions which often occurred during this process, the group also realized that a web portal was needed to continue these communications, and to permit others to engage and contribute, and the result is www.fightingcorruption.org.
The core group looks forward to an expanded and on-going dialogue on how business can better use Collective Action and other anti-corruption methodologies to further advance transparency, integrity and accountability. |
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The World Bank Institute (WBI) s the capacity building arm of the World Bank Group. Combining participatory Action-oriented learning, technical assistance, and the power of data, WBI, in collaboration with other units in the World Bank Group, supports countries in improving governance and controlling corruption. With regards to the private sector, WBI facilitates the growing efforts of companies and business associations to integrate anti-corruption measures into their corporate governance and strategy, and engage more actively in the fight against corruption both as advocates for good governance and through Collective approaches.
www.worldbank.org/wbi |
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The Global Compact brings business together with UN agencies, labor, civil society and governments to advance ten universal principles in the areas of human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption. Through the power of Collective Action, the Global Compact seeks to mainstream these ten principles in business activities around the world and to catalyze actions in support of broader UN goals. With over 3,600 participating companies and hundreds of other stakeholders from more than 20 countries, it is the world’s largest voluntary corporate citizenship initiative.
www.unglobalcompact.org |
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The Center for International Private Enterprise(CIPE) strengthens democracy around the globe through private enterprise and market-oriented reform. CIPE is one of the four core institutes of the National Endowment for Democracy and a non-profit affiliate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Since 1983, CIPE has engaged the private sector in policy advocacy and institutional reform, improving governance, and building understanding of market-based democratic systems. CIPE works with business leaders, policymakers, academia, and journalists to build the civic institutions vital to a democratic society. CIPE has crafted a unique set of development tools that are adaptable to a variety of country conditions and that build the institutional capacity of partner organizations.
www.cipe.org |
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Global Advice Network is is an international consultancy based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Global Advice Network is specialized in advising on environmental and corruption issues. Global Advice Network is the initiator and developer of the www.Business-Anti-Corruption.com portal, a web-based tool which combines in depth country analysis with generic tools for due diligence and integrity systems.
www.globaladvice.dk |
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Grant Thornton Canada, United Kingdom and United States
Grant Thornton LLP in Canada, Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, Grant Thornton UK LLP, and Grant Thornton LLP in the United States are all member firms of Grant Thornton International Ltd: (Grant Thornton International) which strives to speak out on issues that matter to business and which are in the wider public interest. Grant Thornton International is one of the world's leading organisations of independently owned and managed accounting and consulting firms. These firms provide assurance, tax and specialist advisory services to privately held businesses and public interest entities. Clients of member and correspondent firms can access the knowledge and experience of more than 2400 partners in over 100 countries. Grant Thornton International and the member firms are not a worldwide partnership. Services are delivered independently by the member firms.
www.grantthornton.ca
www.rcgt.com
www.grant-thornton.co.uk
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Siemens AG is a global powerhouse in electronics and electrical engineering, operating in the industry, energy and healthcare sectors. The company has around 400,000 employees working to develop and manufacture products, design and install complex systems and projects, and tailor a wide range of solutions for individual requirements. For over 160 years, Siemens has stood for technical achievements, innovation, quality, reliability and internationality. In fiscal 2007, Siemens had revenue of €72.4 billion and income from continuing operations of €3.9 billion (IFRS).
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Transparency International (TI) is the global civil society organization working to combat corruption and increase accountability in government and international business. With national chapters in more than 90 countries, TI is widely recognized for its unique global reach, high-level engagement with policymakers and the private sector, practical tools and surveys, and extensive experience and credibility in combating corruption and promoting transparency. TI has been represented in this initiative by its U.S. national chapter, TI-USA.
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The International Business Leaders Forumworks with business, governments and civil society to enhance the contribution that companies can make to sustainable development.
Founded by HRH The Prince of Wales, we are an independent, not-for-profit organisation currently supported by over 100 of the world¹s leading businesses.
IBLF provides strategic counsel to companies to enable them to understand and respond to the development challenges that they face, particularly when operating in transition and emerging economies.
As well as managing a number of programmes that provide businesses with opportunities to directly enhance their impact on society, IBLF helps businesses connect with other organisations and develop successful cross-sector partnerships.
As well as managing a number of programmes that provide businesses with opportunities to directly enhance their impact on society, IBLF helps businesses connect with other organisations and develop successful cross-sector partnerships.
Our current areas of work include raising sustainable business standards, improving prospects for enterprise and employment, and enabling companies to contribute to health and human development issues.
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Sanlam established in 1918, is a major financial services group with its head office in Bellville near Cape Town in South Africa. It is listed on the JSE Securities Exchange in Johannesburg and Namibian Stock Exchange. The Group provides financial solutions for wealth creation and protection, investment management and ancillary financial services solutions for individuals and institutions. It has business interests elsewhere in Africa, in India and in the UK. On 31 December 2007 the Group had assets under management of R740 billion (about $100 billion).
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