Governance and Anti-Corruption Diagnostics

The Governance and Anti-Corruption Diagnostic Surveys, originally developed by the Europe and Central Asia Governance Team and the World Bank Institute, have provided key inputs for raising awareness for anticorruption reforms and the design of anti-corruption strategies, across the world. 

The surveys of citizens, enterprise managers and public officials collect information on public perceptions and experiences with corruption.  The empirical diagnostic data gleaned from these surveys has empowered citizens, enterprises, legislators and reformers in goverment and built momentum for reform.  The surveys have also assisted countries in preparing action plans, promoting broad participation and building consensus. 

The reports have helped to de-politicize the debate about corruption and to raise the profile of anti-corruption on the reform agenda.  The diagnostics provide scorecards of public services and institutions, drawing attention to the best and worst performers in the public sector and thereby raising accountability.  They also draw attention to weaknesses in public administration and highlight the areas that need to be top priority for reform.

All diagnostic studies are undertaken at the request of the respective governments, and generally made available to the public.  Additional information on Governance Diagnostic Surveys, including a step-by-step guide can be found at this link.