International Anti-corruption Day is celebrated worldwide on 9th of December every year.
Corruption is a very serious crime that leads to injustice and human rights violation in the society. every act of dishonesty and fraud doing through illegal means typically involving bribery is Corruption.
History:
UN General Assembly designated December 9 as the International Anti-Corruption Day On October 31, 2003, the to promote general public awareness about the corruption and its evil effects.
United Nations Conventions against Corruption (UNCAC) aim is to reduce different types of corruption which occur across the country borders like money laundering and corruption in international trading.
Every Year International Anti Corruption Day Themes
- 2016: United against corruption for development, peace and security
- 2015: Break the corruption chain
- 2014: Join the war against corruption
- 2011-2012: ACT- Against corruption today
- 2009-2010: Your NO counts
The global campaign #UnitedAgainstCorruption focuses on corruption as one of the biggest obstacles to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The abuse of entrusted power for private gain can cost people their freedom, health, life and future.
Mobilizing and empowering #YouthForJustice is key for getting sustainable solutions to combatting corruption.