Ict in Fighting Corruption and Promoting Social Accountability
SAc 2.0: Amplifying Social Accountability (SAc) through Information and Communication Techonology (ICT)1 by: Marlon L. Cornelio2, Convenor for ICT, Global Youth Anti-‐Corruption (GYAC) Network Synopsis The experience of CheckMySchool(CMS) and Universidad Coherente (UC) showcase how ICT can be used to amplify social accountability towards improving pubic education service delivery in the elementary, secondary and tertiary levels. However, the experiences of CMS and UC show that while ICT provides powerful tools, there are basic principles that should be taken into account to fully utilize ICT.
CMS and UC are just two of innovative projects of members of the Global Youth Anti-Corruption (GYAC) network which is composed of young people, young activists, journalists, artists, musicians and ICT enthusiasts. GYAC provides a platform for, young leaders from north to south, to share experiences, strategies and tools, and lessons in fighting corruption and promoting good governance in their countries. Introduction The dawn of an information and communication technology era and its continuous unfolding is redefining both the way of thinking and doing things, even personal relationships. In the same manner ICT is also
CMS and UC are just two of innovative projects of members of the Global Youth Anti-Corruption (GYAC) network which is composed of young people, young activists, journalists, artists, musicians and ICT enthusiasts. GYAC provides a platform for, young leaders from north to south, to share experiences, strategies and tools, and lessons in fighting corruption and promoting good governance in their countries. Introduction The dawn of an information and communication technology era and its continuous unfolding is redefining both the way of thinking and doing things, even personal relationships. In the same manner ICT is also