News & Events
- Read the Open Contracting Partnership's latest series, which dives into practical and ethical considerations for the role of AI in enhancing the procurement process.
- Learn how NDI’s Takafo’-81 program in Jordan is helping to dismantle barriers and empower people with disabilities to advocate for their rights and influence political decisions.
- Join the Open Parliament E-Network (OPeN) for GLOW 2024 on October 21-25, 2024, where global stakeholders will discuss trends, challenges, and innovations essential for transparency and public participation in legislative processes.
- Afrobarometer's latest report highlights the growing gap between African citizens' strong support for democracy and their dissatisfaction with how it is being delivered.
- Check out Open Ownership’s blog post summarising the key outcomes on advocacy strategies for beneficial ownership reform, and don’t miss your chance to join their Data Standard Working Group Community meeting on September 25, 2024.
- OPeN's Global Week of Legislative Openness (GLOW), running from October 21-25, will unite parliaments, civil society, and experts to advance transparency and citizen participation. Learn more and register your activities here.
Opportunities
- The Access Info Impact Award celebrates individuals who have effectively utilized their right to information to drive significant advancements in human rights, environmental protection, democracy, and anti-corruption efforts across Europe. Send in your nomination, by September 28, 2024.
- The African Investigative Journalism Conference is offering fellowships for investigative journalists under 30 to attend #AIJC2024 at Wits University in Johannesburg. Apply by September 10, 2024
- Open Ownership is seeking an experienced executive recruitment agency to assist in forming its first Advisory Board, which will play a crucial role in guiding the organization’s governance and impact. Learn more, and apply by August 30, 2024.
Resources
- Effective urban river governance is essential for cities to meet their climate goals and mitigate water-related disasters like floods and droughts. Explore SIWI's latest policy brief on the critical need for cities to prioritize the management of freshwater systems.
- At the 2024 International Anti-Corruption Conference, OGP and Open Ownership co-hosted a pivotal roundtable on advancing beneficial ownership transparency reforms. Read the full rapporteur summary for the session here.
- Follow the International Budget Partnership's latest thread for insights on how governments can enhance transparency and accountability in budgeting.
- Explore The Center for International Private Enterprise's new guide on how effective anti-corruption messaging can drive reform and public engagement.
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