Fighting Corruption in Security Sector Reform
Police and military forces are the first line of defense against corruption, but they can also engage in corrupt practices. What are the best practices for dealing with corruption, particularly in countries emerging from conflict? USIP's Security Sector Reform Working Group discussed these questions.
Police and military forces are the first line of defense against corruption, but they can also engage in corrupt practices. When this occurs public confidence in government is undermined and criminal elements gain advantages. Efforts to reform the security sector must recognize that corruption is a major challenge and programs must be developed accordingly. What are the best practices for dealing with corruption, particularly in countries emerging from conflict?
Speakers
- Chief Michael Berkow (retired)
President, Altegrity Security Consulting - Rachel Neild
Senior Legal Adviser, Open Society Justice Initiative
USIP Grant Recipient, 2001 - Raymond Gilpin
Associate Vice President, Center for Sustainable Economies, U.S. Institute of Peace - Louis-Alexandre Berg
Jennings-Randolph Peace Scholar, U.S. Institute of Peace - Robert Perito, Moderator
Director of Security Sector Governance Initiative, U.S. Institute of Peace
