About
International Anti-Corruption Day is a global observance recognized annually on December 9th. This day commemorates the adoption of the United Nations Convention against Corruption in 2003. It serves as a platform to raise awareness about corruption and promote efforts to prevent and combat it worldwide.
As an international observance, International Anti-Corruption Day does not have a public holiday status in most countries. Consequently, government offices and businesses generally operate as usual, with no automatic closures scheduled for this day.
Why it matters
The global persistence of corruption poses significant threats to democratic foundations, hinders sustainable economic progress, and exacerbates political instability. This observance underlines the international community's united stance towards promoting transparency.
By focusing attention on this issue, International Anti-Corruption Day reinforces the collective responsibility to uphold ethical standards and dismantle corrupt practices. It underscores the ongoing and critical effort required to foster accountable governance and build more equitable societies.
Dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2021-12-09 |
| 2022 | 2022-12-09 |
| 2023 | 2023-12-09 |
| 2024 | 2024-12-09 |
| 2025 | 2025-12-09 |
| 2026 | 2026-12-09 |
| 2027 | 2027-12-09 |
| 2028 | 2028-12-09 |