On this International Day, I urge people everywhere to continue to work on innovative solutions to win the battle against corruption and to ensure that precious resources serve the peoples of the world.
United against corruption for development, peace and security
Every year $1 trillion is paid in bribes while an estimated $2.6 trillion are stolen annually through corruption – a sum equivalent to more than 5 per cent of the global GDP. In developing countries, according to the United Nations Development Programme, funds lost to corruption are estimated at 10 times the amount of official development assistance.
Corruption is a serious crime that can undermine social and economic development in all societies. No country, region or community is immune.
To mark International Anti-Corruption Day, we will leverage the recognition of the multi-year "United Against Corruption" theme and will continue to support the 2030 Agenda, which forms the backbone of the campaign. In addition, the campaign will also have a youth component.
Corruption - An impediment to the Sustainable Development Goals: describes how corruption negatively affects us all.
Corruption - #YouthForJustice leading the change: describes the importance of empowering and mobilizing youth to fight for a corruption-free world.
United Against Corruption - Take action - Lead the change - Be the change: stresses that it is not enough to just know about corruption but that we need to take action, hold leaders accountable and become integer leaders ourselves.
What Can You Do?
People often think that corruption is "just a way of life", but every society, sector and individual would benefit from standing United Against Corruption.
Here are some examples of how you can stand and fight against corruption. Follow this link for a complete Call to Action Matrix.
Social Media Kit
Join us to fight against corruption by:
- Using the Anti-Corruption logo on publications and at events;
- Sending a message to your networks about the campaign using this package.
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