Ensuring compliance with the UN Anti-Corruption Convention (UNCAC) is essential for governments, organizations, and businesses. The below is a checklist designed to support national-level compliance:
- Legislative Framework & Criminalization of Corruption Enact and enforce anti-corruption laws that align with UNCAC standards. Criminalize bribery (domestic and foreign), embezzlement, abuse of office, and money laundering. Establish clear penalties and sanctions for corruption offenses.
- Independent Anti-Corruption Authorities Establish and empower an independent national anti-corruption agency with adequate resources. Ensure transparency in the appointment of agency leaders and in budgeting processes.
- Judicial and Law Enforcement Integrity Implement measures to promote the integrity of judges, prosecutors, and law enforcement. Provide continuous anti-corruption training for judiciary and law enforcement staff. Ensure transparency and accountability in court proceedings and law enforcement actions.
- Transparency & Accountability in Public Administration Enforce laws on transparency and accountability for public officials. Implement codes of conduct and require financial disclosures for public officeholders. Ensure transparent and competitive procurement processes to avoid favoritism and fraud.
- Preventive Measures Promote ethical standards and integrity in public service through regular training and public awareness. Require public bodies to report suspected corruption activities and to adhere to internal controls.
- Public Sector Anti-Corruption Training Programs Develop and conduct continuous anti-corruption education programs for public servants. Partner with civil society organizations for anti-corruption awareness initiatives targeting the public.
- Financial Intelligence and Anti-Money Laundering Measures Establish a Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) to detect, investigate, and report money laundering. Strengthen reporting obligations for financial institutions and implement due diligence.
- Civil Society & Media Freedom Protect the freedom of the press and enable civil society organizations to report on corruption.
Encourage whistleblowing by providing protection for those who report corruption.