Accountability Lab is a global translocal network that makes governance work for people by supporting active citizens, responsible leaders and accountable institutions. Our goal is a world in which resources are used wisely, decisions benefit everyone fairly, and people lead secure lives.
Accountability Lab is a global translocal network that makes governance work for people by supporting active citizens, responsible leaders and accountable institutions. Our goal is a world in which resources are used wisely, decisions benefit everyone fairly, and people lead secure lives.
WHAT WE DO
Accountability Lab’s flagship training program for young change-makers to build sustainable, effective tools for change.
A global campaign powered by citizens in search of exemplary government officials.
A pioneering community feedback and dialogue platform to ensure accountability in the development process.
Supportive, impactful member networks and co-working spaces for small and big nonprofits.
A conscious music campaign supporting musicians who advocate for greater representation, participation and accountability.
Channelling civil society voices into high-level decision-making at the C20, G20, and the Open Government Partnership for stronger accountability and open government.
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🎶 Huge congratulations to Accountability Lab South Africa's inaugural cohort of Voice2Rep ...artists on the launch of their EP 'What's on the Menu Mzansi'!
The EP features music from 5 young, socially conscious artists each of whom addresses with their music one of the Menu of Possible Commitments to Young People by Government:
- Prioritizing Youth Voice in Governance
- Supporting Youth in Government
- Supporting Youth Freedom of Expression
- Promoting a Culture of Youth Political Participation
- Promoting a Culture of Human Rights among Youth
🎧 Give it a listen: https://spoti.fi/3RMmi9i
Achieving #SDG16 needs urgent action on:
☮️Peace
⚖️Justice & Rule of ...Law
👥Inclusion, Civic Space, & Human Rights
🏛️Institutions & Accountability
⛓️Interlinkages & Financing
There is a diverse group of films showing at the United Nations 2024 High-Level Political Forum on July 12 - all about these SDG16 goals. You're invited to join us in New York - bit.ly/SDG16NowEvent
The Lab is part of the #SDG16Now campaign because so much of our work shares the aims of a more peaceful world and strong institutions. The high-level side event will explore the catalytic role of SDG16 in achieving the 2030 Agenda. Guests will also see some of our winning videos from CSOs around the globe who submitted films exploring progress around SDG16.
This event will take place on Friday, 12 July from 13:15 - 14:45 ET at the UN Church Center (777 UN Plaza). Register to attend here: bit.ly/SDG16NowEvent
#SDGs #GlobalGoals #2030Agenda
#HLPF #HLPF24
📖 We joined author Shaazka Beyerle for the launch of her timely book 'Supporting Nonviolent... Action and Movements: A Guide for International Actors' on how external actors can constructively support nonviolent civic initiatives where they are.
Beyerle's book provides invaluable strategic questions, considerations, and practices to better inform donor policy decisions and practices to support peaceful citizen-driven change, especially when that change is being driven by movements that are often fluid, decentralized, and volunteer-run.
In the panel discussion hosted by AL Co-CEO, Cheri-Leigh Erasmus, Beyerle, Mcdonald Lewanika (Accountability Lab Zimbabwe), and Kizito Byenkya (Open Society Foundations) shared their experiences from both ends of the relationship.
💡 Some key takeaways:
#1 Most change for issues like human rights, democracy, and inequity is happening at a local level, but most support is taking place through traditional channels and structures. Attempts to channel funding & support to more local initiatives are still in their infancy.
#2 For philanthropy organizations to be successfully supportive, they must recognize that local structures for solutions already exist. And while external resources are useful, change is not possible without the time, talent, and network of local actors.
#3 A transactional approach from either grantees or funders does a disservice to the work. A successful partnership needs to recognize the value of both in the ecosystem.
#4 Valuing local knowledge should not hinge on funding 'safe bets', but by visiting community organizations on the ground to learn how they operate.
#nonviolent
#development
#funding
Our Community Frontline Activists in the Democratic Republic of Congo are in Uvira, Kilba and ...luvungi to learn about local governance decision-making. We're trying to find out how local leaders engage in governance decision-making through their representatives, and look at trends in the control and use of taxes.
Our teams are working with local authorities and communities on plans for better revenue mobilization and accountability.
#DRC #civicengagement
🇳🇵All through 2023 Accountability Lab Nepal watched inflation rise by 8%, but also saw young ...independent candidates come onto the political scene.
In the past year, AL Nepal has gathered young people across the country to hear how government can better serve them, established dekleptification networks, and supported governments to enhance fair and equitable governance in their jurisdictions.
👓 Read more about the longest-running Lab in our network: https://bit.ly/45ml8qk
#governance
#accountability
#annualreport
We’re a proud sponsor of this year #DemocracyMovesAnnualConference on Youth Power for Inclusive ...Democracy hosted by @democracy_moves & @Restless_Uganda.
Shout out to co-sponsors @NDI & @AccountLab.
Let’s “Explore new Innovation in Civic &Governance Space".
#DemocracyMoves2024
🌍 In this week's global roundup
🇳🇬 Accountability Lab Nigeria's ...training to leverage open contracting and procurement data equipped journalists, civil society organizations, and community frontline activists with practical skills to track project implementation and report to implementing agencies. It aims to improve service delivery in the procurement sector by identifying corruption risks, supporting informed decision-making, and promoting civic engagement.
🇳🇵 Accountability Lab Nepal's Young Leaders Policy Bootcamp hosted young changemakers and leaders from inside and outside government to identify gaps and find solutions to make government structures more youth-friendly through a range of peer learning sessions.
🇵🇰 Accountability Lab Pakistan's training on digital citizen engagement for law enforcement staff shared how effective engagement with online communities could provide better service delivery and citizen response.
🌍 In this week's global roundup
🇳🇬 @accountlabng's training to ...leverage open contracting and procurement data equipped journalists, CSOs, and community frontline activists with practical skills to track project implementation and report to implementing agencies.
Exciting news!🥳🎉
Accountability Lab’s 2023 Annual Report is out.
The ...report showcases our key successes in addressing challenges in civic spaces, enhancing governance accountability, and empowering the communities we serve.
Click the link below to read it on our website;
We're at #IACC in #Vilnius with our friends from @AccountLab and Cynthia from @hackcorruption ...Latin America #hackathon!
Talking #anticorruption, illicit financial flows and how data and digital #tech can be an important tool for solving entrenched issues.
@blairglencorse @opengovpart co-chair explains how through open government & participation, ...civil society & govts can come together for meaningful development impact to benefit citizens, esp benefiting youth & inclusion & driving progress on climate action. #IACC @AccountLab
AL’s @blairglencorse is joining @basushreya10, @jandersonlewis, Ivan Kantardjiski @giz_gmbh, and ...Ambassador Kara McDonald @usembvilnius today @IACCseries to share examples of how CSOs are partnering with governments on transparency and anticorruption efforts.
#IACC2024
Accountability Lab joins over 2,000 delegates from more than 100 countries for the 21st ...International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC).
On Friday, Beloved Chiweshe, ALZ Program and Campaigns Manager and Deputy Chief of Party, will join a panel of experts to discuss the
🎤Join us for Accountability Lab South Africa's Voice2Rep EP Launch!✨
...Accountability Lab South Africa proudly presents the launch of "What's on the Menu, Mzansi?," featuring talented V2R artists Mr. MP, Thelo Keys, Jsef, Queen Ntombi, and RapTile_SA. These artists are exceptional musicians, passionate activists, and human rights defenders who bring diverse skills and creativity to the stage.
🎉 Date: Friday, June 21, 2024
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Venue: Constitution Hill Atrium
🎧 Listen to the album here: https://bit.ly/3KRTQ20
🏆 Also, don't forget to vote for your favorite artist in the People’s Awards. Your streams and comments will help decide the people’s choice.✨
Supported by Youth Democracy Cohort and EU International Partnerships