Gone But Not Forgotten: Translating High-level Global Endorsements into Country Action

By Jameela Raymond, TI UK, and Tonu Basu, OGP

Even though many commitments are made at international forums, they seldom translate into concrete actions. Jameela Raymond from Transparency International and Tonu Basu from OGP suggest to better coordinate and leverage available platforms to catalyze action and accountability at the country level. Read more here. 

A Tax on the Poor to Benefit the Rich: Corruption and Inequality

By Max Lawson, Oxfam International

Entrenched elites often benefit from the poorest and the most vulnerable, making it hard to break from the vicious cycle of inequality many countries around the world experience. How can fighting corruption and advancing open government initiatives can help bridge the economic gap and ensure secure livelihoods for all? Find out here.  

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The Future is Open

By Rudi Borrmann, Government of Argentina

This year’s International Open Data Conference (IODC) saw members of the open government community gather to advance open data and place it as a priority of the global public agenda. As Co-Chair of the OGP Steering Commitee, strengthening the open data movement is a priority for the Government of Argentina. Learn more about what IODC meant for the community here. 

Can beneficial ownership transparency really be compatible with data protection?

By  Zosia Sztykowski, OpenOwnership, and Tom Walker, The Engine Room

Can we address beneficial ownership issues without going against business data protection mechanisms? Open Ownership is partnering with The Engine Room and the B Team to answer this question and ensure they answer any concerns the private sector may have about beneficial transparency initiatives. Read more here. 

Revealing True Corporate Owners is Key to Fighting “Dirty Money”

By Eddie Rich, Acting Executive Director EITI

If we want to tackle corruption, beneficial ownership transparency is a necessary step. In their latest blog, EITI reminds us that government agencies, civil society, the private and the financial sector all have a key role to play to make societies truly inclusive, responsive, and accountable. 

International Aid and Development Finance, Corruption Risks and the Need for more Transparency

By Elise Dufief, Publish What You Fund

Corruption manifests itself in many forms around the world. Elise Dufief from Publish What You Fund tells us that international aid is unfortunately not free from it as it is sometimes mishandled or used inefficiently. But what can we do to ensure international cooperation is adequately used? Click here to find out. 

Why Talking about Procurement Should be at the Top of the Agenda When Talking about Corruption 

By Coby Jones, Georg Neumann, and Hera Hussain, Open Contracting Partnership

At the London Anti-Corruption Summit, countries from all over the world committed to a number of open government initiatives to advance transparency and accountability. But what have we seen since and what is needed to keep the open government momentum going? Procurement is at the heart of it, say our friends at OCP in their latest blog.