ANTI-CORRUPTION INTERNATIONAL VIGILANCE COUNCIL
Anti-Corruption International Vigilance Council is established with the objective of promoting transparency, accountability, integrity, ethical governance and the rule of law.
The Council seeks to create greater awareness among citizens regarding corruption-related issues, anti-corruption laws, legal rights and the lawful mechanisms available for addressing public grievances.
Our approach is centred on public awareness, legal literacy, preventive vigilance, citizen empowerment, research, documentation and policy advocacy.
We believe that an informed and responsible citizenry can play an important role in strengthening transparency and accountability in society.
OUR PURPOSE
The Council works towards creating awareness and encouraging responsible civic participation in matters relating to:
- Transparency in public administration
- Accountability in public services
- Anti-corruption awareness
- Legal literacy
- Right to Information awareness
- Preventive vigilance
- Public grievance mechanisms
- Ethical governance
- Citizen rights and responsibilities
- Research and documentation
- Public-interest initiatives
OUR APPROACH
We focus on awareness and lawful guidance rather than enforcement.
The Council may educate and guide citizens regarding appropriate procedures for submitting complaints, representations and documentation before competent statutory authorities.
Where a matter requires investigation, prosecution, adjudication or statutory action, the concerned citizen is directed towards the appropriate legally constituted authority.
CITIZEN EMPOWERMENT
A major focus of our work is to help citizens understand their rights, responsibilities and available lawful mechanisms.
Through awareness programmes, workshops, seminars, legal literacy initiatives and community outreach, we seek to encourage citizens to participate responsibly in promoting transparency and accountability.
RESEARCH & KNOWLEDGE
The Council seeks to undertake research, surveys, documentation and studies relating to governance, corruption awareness, preventive vigilance and public accountability.
Research findings and observations may be used to promote public awareness and develop appropriate recommendations for strengthening transparency and good governance.
OUR COMMITMENT
We are committed to maintaining a non-political and non-partisan approach while working towards our stated objectives.
Our activities are intended to promote:
Integrity in Governance
Awareness Among Citizens
Accountability in Public Service
Respect for the Rule of Law
WORKING WITH STAKEHOLDERS
The Council may engage with relevant stakeholders, including civil society organisations, educational institutions, legal professionals, governance experts and other appropriate organisations, for lawful awareness and educational initiatives.
Such engagement is intended to strengthen public awareness and encourage constructive participation in matters of transparency and accountability.
IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION
The Anti-Corruption International Vigilance Council does not exercise police, arrest, investigative or adjudicatory powers.
The Council does not replace any Government department, police authority, vigilance authority, court, commission or other statutory body.
Any guidance or facilitation provided by the Council is intended to assist citizens in understanding lawful procedures and approaching the appropriate competent authority.
OUR VISION
“A Transparent Society. An Accountable System. An Empowered Citizen.”
We aspire to contribute towards a society where integrity, transparency, accountability and responsible citizenship become integral to public life and governance.
TRANSPARENCY • ACCOUNTABILITY • INTEGRITY • RULE OF LAW