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.

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Accountability Lab’s flagship training program for young change-makers to build sustainable, effective tools for change.

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A global campaign powered by citizens in search of exemplary government officials.

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A pioneering community feedback and dialogue platform to ensure accountability in the development process.

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Supportive, impactful member networks and co-working spaces for small and big nonprofits.

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A conscious music campaign supporting musicians who advocate for greater representation, participation and accountability.

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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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📣 Deadline Extended – Subgrants Cohort 2 | DDI South Asia

The deadline for submitting applications for the South Asia Diversity Fund (SADF) Cohort 2 under DDI South Asia has been extended to April 03, 2026.

This is an opportunity for civil society organizations, youth-led ...groups, and community initiatives working to advance digital inclusion, civic participation, and accountable governance across South Asia.

Extended Deadline: April 03, 2026
Access to RFA: https://lnkd.in/dQupjFQd
Apply via: www.impactgrants.org

Don’t miss the chance to be part of strengthening digital inclusion and democratic resilience across the region.

📣 Deadline Extended – Subgrants Cohort 2 | DDI South Asia

The deadline for submitting applications for the South Asia Diversity Fund (SADF) Cohort 2 under DDI South Asia has been extended to April 03, 2026.

This is an opportunity for civil society organizations, youth-led

📣 Deadline Extended – Subgrants Cohort 2 | DDI South Asia

The deadline for submitting applications for the South Asia Diversity Fund (SADF) Cohort 2 under @ddisouthasia has been extended to April 03, 2026.

This is an opportunity for civil society organizations, youth-led ...groups, and community initiatives working to advance digital inclusion, civic participation, and accountable governance across South Asia.

Extended Deadline: April 03, 2026
Access to RFA: https://lnkd.in/dQupjFQd
Apply via: www.impactgrants.org

Don’t miss the chance to be part of strengthening digital inclusion and democratic resilience across the region.

What does it take for participation to build trust?

Inviting people in isn’t enough. Real influence, thoughtful design, and follow-through matter.

In a recent blog, @ComninosSoheila speaks with @joshalerner (@PeoplePowrd) to explore when participatory democracy works and when

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Interview with Josh Lerner, Co-Executive Director, People Powered | Accountability Lab

In my consultations on global democracy over the past year, people repeatedly pointed to mistrust in institutions, a disconnect between elites and...

🎙️ Making integrity the practical choice

Researcher Sofiia Sapihura joins Cheri-Leigh Erasmus, Co-CEO of Accountability Lab, to reflect on what it will take to make integrity not just an ideal, but an accessible and sustainable choice for businesses during Ukraine’s ...reconstruction.

From incentives to governance culture, this AccountabiliTea episode explores how enabling environments can help ethical leadership move from aspiration into practice.

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://bit.ly/4aCrLJy
🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4sdeLjC

Explore further:
• Key recommendations: https://bit.ly/3ZXPwFR
• Donor Roadmap: https://bit.ly/4aA0asz
• Full report: https://bit.ly/4cMWftL

Research prepared in collaboration with Accountability Lab and the Corporate Governance Professional Association, and supported by the Danish Industry through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark.

#AccountabiliTeaPodcast #Ukraine #Integrity #Business #EthicalLeadership

🎙️ Making integrity the practical choice

In this #AccountabiliTeaPodcast episode, @SapihuraSofiia joins Cheri-Leigh Erasmus (@AccountLab) to explore how integrity can move from aspiration to practice in Ukraine’s reconstruction.

🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4aCrLJy
...🎧 Apple:

🎙️ Making integrity the practical choice

Researcher @sofiiasapihura joins @cherileighe, Co-CEO of @accountlab, to reflect on what it will take to make integrity not just an ideal, but an accessible and sustainable choice for businesses during Ukraine’s reconstruction.

From ...incentives to governance culture, this AccountabiliTea episode explores how enabling environments can help ethical leadership move from aspiration into practice.

🎧📑 Listen to the conversation and dive deeper into the report via the links in our bio.

Research prepared in collaboration with @accountlab and the Corporate Governance Professional Association, and supported by the Danish Industry through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark.

#AccountabiliTeaPodcast #Ukraine #Integrity #Business #EthicalLeadership

📑 How are AI-enabled surveillance systems shaping cities across Africa?

A new report from the @IDS_UK, co-authored by @Odeh_JuniorOdeh (Accountability Lab Nigeria), maps the expansion of surveillance tech across 11 countries – and what this means for oversight, transparency,

Could your rooftop become a space for connection, creativity, and community again?

Sameer Ali Khan, @accountlabpk’s Civic Charge Fellow and founder of Collective Pakistan, is reimagining exactly that through Chaht Bethak (چھت بیٹھک): a simple yet powerful idea where communities