Collective Action Against Corruption

Collective Action is a powerful anti-corruption approach that brings businesses, civil society, and international stakeholders together to address shared corruption challenges and promote integrity and fair competition. This fully interactive course equips participants with the practical skills needed to conceptualise, establish, and implement Collective Action initiatives in diverse settings.

In this course, you will take on the role of Martha, a young entrepreneur in the fictional country of “Wakandaa.” Faced with a window of opportunity as the new government pledges to crack down on corruption, you will identify key stakeholders from the private sector, civil society, and the international community to join you in creating a Collective Action initiative. Together, you will explore the unique corruption challenges and work to promote fair business opportunities.

You will learn to:

• Identify and engage relevant stakeholders from the private sector, government, and civil society
• Understand the principles of Collective Action and how to apply them in anti-corruption efforts
• Navigate common challenges, such as managing conflicting stakeholder expectations and building trust
• Adapt to changing political and economic landscapes in the fight against corruption
• Develop and implement strategies for improving business integrity and fair competition

By the end of the course, you will have hands-on tools to build and lead successful Collective Action initiatives, addressing corruption challenges through collaboration and mutual trust.

This course is ideal for:

• Private sector professionals, including compliance officers, auditors, and risk managers
• Government representatives involved in anti-corruption or procurement initiatives
• Civil society and international organisations focused on transparency, accountability, and economic development