The Project as proposed is to develop a global initiative, in partnership with leading global banks and their regulators, to develop new mechanisms to measure and map misconduct risk and to provide banks with predictive tools that allow them to address such risks proactively. We are in active discussions with leading banks and regulators in … Continued
Learn more about the concrete and innovative solutions, initiated by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), to support democracy by strengthening free, independent and reliable information around the world. “The Journalism Trust Initiative” In April 2018, the non-governmental organization revealed a plan to promote the implementation of journalistic methods, respect for ethical rules and editorial independence (i.e … Continued
We are in the process of developing a Code of Practice for the international charity and foundation sectors. At its core, this code will enshrine good governance, transparency, and the better measurement of impact, and will also put beneficiaries themselves and their actual requirements – so rarely heard and understood – at the very heart … Continued
As the world becomes increasingly financially inclusive, it is important that financial literacy and responsibility are also championed in parallel. If not, there is a danger that financial issues that have affected developed societies will also impact developing societies. A lack of financial awareness contributed to past financial crisis’, yet few countries have adopted financial … Continued
Panthera, the world’s only organization that is devoted exclusively to the conservation of the world’s wild cat species and their ecosystems, operates with a unique structure designed to leverage for maximum impact the governance, fundraising, and awareness-raising, talents of those dedicated to saving wild cats. The organization operates under the governance of the Board of … Continued
It is estimated that 65% of the 169 targets behind the 17 SDGs will not be reached without proper engagement of and coordination with local and regional governments. Although the 2030 Agenda was not designed specifically for cities and regions, they play a critical role in most underlying public policies and investments. The OECD project … Continued
The Open Government Partnership, a global multi-stakeholder partnership, brings together government reformers and civil society leaders to create action plans that make governments more inclusive, responsive and accountable. Since it was founded in 2011, OGP has grown from 8 to 79 OGP participating countries, 20 local governments and thousands of civil society representatives that have … Continued
The main challenge for developing countries is to be able to capture their fair share of much needed tax revenue to finance their sustainable development goals (SDGs). OECD conservatively estimates revenue losses from BEPS at USD 100-240 billion annually, or the equivalent of 4-10% of global corporate income tax revenues. Over the last 50 years, … Continued
Our democracies are awash in digital disinformation. It manipulates political viewpoint, distorts electoral outcomes, and threatens the integrity of self-government rooted in rational public debate. This phenomenon accompanies a paradigm shift in information markets as the Internet displaces traditional media as the primary distribution channel for news. We now stand at an inflection point. Our … Continued
Antarctica2020 is a group of influencers from the world of sport, politics, business, media, and science building high-level political leadership for the full and effective protection of the Southern Ocean. Comprised of 25 member countries and the EU, the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) aims to establish a network of … Continued
