Tools and Case studies

A table showing transparency indicators and the main tools that were used to ensure transparency in a community-managed sanitation programme in Kerala, India.

Tools_Kerala_san_progr.doc  (37 kB)

By Kathy Shordt: IRC (International Water and Sanitation Centre)

One important strategy to improve transparency and reduce corruption can be site selection and monitoring, which are central to ensuring coverage while controlling cost. Site selection refers to identifying the physical location of water points, which should be done transparently, for example, with user and community involvement. Monitoring usually involves some type of mapping of existing water points.

Site_selection_as_a_tool_Shordt_et_al.pdf  (80 kB)

Transparency, honesty, and corruption have finally, after many decades, become a focus of attention in the water sector. Discussions and meetings to share experiences are usually the initial steps to help mainstream strategies for transparency and honesty in the sector. However, these initial meetings and discussions can be difficult because the subject can inspire fear.

Because the subject is sensitive, extra care is needed to build trust. In this IRC paper are listed some helpful lessons learned about introducing this important topic

IRC_How_to_hold_a_meeting_tool_.pdf  (51 kB)

Tools include: Integrity Packs, Business Principles for Countering Bribery, the Anti-Corruption Handbook and The Corruption Fighters' Tool Kit.

Http://www.transparency.org/tools