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10 common myths holding women back in government contracting and leadership
This International Women's Day, we're flipping the script and debunking some of these myths one by one. Take a look at insights from incredible women who are breaking barriers, defying expectations, and reshaping the landscape of governance, public procurement, and leadership.

Six Ways to Protect Democracy against Digital Threats in a Year of Elections
2024 has been dubbed the “year of elections”, with over four billion people expected to vote across more than 60 elections. This should be a cause for democratic celebration, but instead much of the attention is focused on the specter of democratic vulnerability and decline.

OGP data services and three things to expect in 2024
From more accessible data on OGP commitments to updated fact sheets, the OGP Support Unit was busy making OGP data more accessible in 2023. This data on open government reforms can enable stronger advocacy, peer learning, and reforms. Here, we…

Reform Space to Watch: Strengthening Governance in Sri Lanka
This series was written in consultation with the Transparency International chapters in each country. The reforms described in this series build on priority areas identified in the 2022 Broken Links report, which was written with the support of the Global…

Reform Space to Watch: Anti-corruption and Infrastructure Data in Brazil
As one of OGP’s founders, Brazil has always had civil servants and civil society actors truly committed to the cause of reform and, with some exceptions, has often been at the vanguard of the Partnership. With a new government in charge, committed to change, can meaningful progress be made on fighting corruption?

How Can Local Governments Accelerate the Implementation of SDGs?
OGP Local, UNDP, and UCLG have united to bolster local government efforts, showcasing innovative open government strategies and effective communication of SDG local action.
National Actions to Help Professional Services Ensure Financial System Integrity
Safeguarding the financial system is paramount for national security, democracy, and combating corruption. Highlighting the role of "enablers" in money laundering, leading to reduced tax bases and empowering repressive regime and with the Summit for Democracy's objectives, this note guides the Financial Transparency, and Integrity Cohort on actionable steps to ensure professional services contribute to growth and integrity.

Reform Space to Watch: Strengthening Anti-Corruption Measures in the United Kingdom
As the UK shapes its sixth OGP action plan, a spotlight remains on key areas like beneficial ownership and lobbying transparency for heightened reform.

Reform Space to Watch: High-Value Data in Kenya
As the new OGP government co-chair where will the Kenyan government display innovation in reforms and civil society issues? Read more to see where Kenya could lead international initiatives in anti-corruption, democratic reform, and climate change.