Welcome to the Global Civil Society Coalition for the UNCAC

We are the global network of 400+ civil society organizations in 130+ countries, uniting civil society for action against corruption and for the monitoring, implementation, and strengthening of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC).

Our Vision: A world where power serves the people, and no one fears speaking out against corruption

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What is the UNCAC?

The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) is the world’s only comprehensive, legally binding international anti-corruption treaty with global coverage. The Convention addresses five core anti-corruption areas: prevention, criminalization and law enforcement, international cooperation, asset recovery, and technical assistance. With 192 Parties, it has achieved near-universal ratification, making it the cornerstone of the global anti-corruption architecture.

Article 13 promotes the active participation of civil society and the public in anti-corruption efforts.  The UNCAC’s Secretariat is hosted by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Vienna, Austria.

Who are we?

The Global Civil Society Coalition for the UNCAC is the global civil society network of 400+ organizations in 130+ countries, promoting the monitoring, implementation, and strengthening of the Convention. Our office is based in Vienna, Austria.

Finalizing the UNCAC IRM next phase key review documents &  future best practice country reviews

Finalizing the UNCAC IRM next phase key review documents &  future best practice country reviews

As States parties enter the final stretch of negotiations on the key documents that will shape the next phase of the UNCAC Implementation Review Mechanism, attention is increasingly shifting from what is soon to be agreed to how those commitments will work in practice. At an event organized by the Global Civil Society Coalition for the UNCAC on the margins of the 17th first resumed session of the Implementation Review Group, country representatives joined Transparency International and the Coalition to discuss the latest drafts of the key review documents and how States and civil society can already prepare for the upcoming next phase country reviews.

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New civil society report on Lebanon: Closing the gap between anti-corruption laws and their enforcement 

A new civil society parallel report by Transparency International Lebanon – No Corruption (TI-LB) uncovers strengths and weaknesses of UNCAC implementation in the country.

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UNCAC Review Status Tracker

What is the UNCAC Review status in your country? View our tracker and find out how to get involved.

Country Parallel Reports

The Coalition offers technical as well as limited financial support to civil society organisations (CSOs) that want to become involved.

Guide to Transparency and Participation in the UNCAC IRM

Explore good practices to ensure an inclusive process at all stages of the review process, including the follow-up stage.

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Transparency, Integrity and Access to Justice in Europe

How can independent monitoring, evidence-based advocacy and other strategies strengthen judicial integrity, transparency and access to justice?

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New civil society report on Lebanon: Closing the gap between anti-corruption laws and their enforcement 

A new civil society parallel report by Transparency International Lebanon – No Corruption (TI-LB) uncovers strengths and weaknesses of UNCAC implementation in the country.

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Reflections from the Asia-Pacific regional meeting: Why is natural resource governance an anti-corruption issue?

The Asia-Pacific region is home to some of the world’s richest natural resources and ecosystems. Find out how they are strengthening their natural resource governance.

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Is the EU united in fighting corruption?

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