#DYK? Properly regulated lobbying can enhance government transparency and fairness. Evidence shows that these regulations boost transparency and accountability, making policymaking more inclusive. 💼 Requiring lobbyists to disclose their activities and expenditures, and ensuring public officials are open about their meetings with lobbyists, helps prevent undue influence. Join the #OpenGovChallenge and learn how reformers can continue to advocate for stronger lobbying reforms at bit.ly/open-gov-challenge
Open Government Partnership
International Affairs
Washington, DC 24,927 followers
76 national & 105 local governments, plus thousands of civil society orgs, promoting democracy beyond the ballot box
About us
Open Government Partnership is a multi-stakeholder initiative focused on improving government transparency, accountability and responsiveness to citizens. OGP brings together government and civil society champions of reform who believe governments are more effective and credible when they open their doors to public input and oversight. Since OGP’s launch, its membership has grown from 8 to 75 countries, 150 local governments, and thousands of civil society organizations participating in the OGP process. OGP countries represent one third of the world’s population and have made over 4,000 policy commitments to promote transparency, empower citizens, fight corruption, and harness new technologies to strengthen governance. The Support Unit serves as the secretariat for OGP. We are a nimble, international team that supports participating countries and civil society partners, including through promoting peer learning across the OGP network. Recognizing the significant growth of OGP and the relatively small size of the Support Unit, the team works with the OGP Steering Committee to outline clear strategic priorities and cultivate partnerships to achieve these goals.
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http://opengovpartnership.org
External link for Open Government Partnership
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2012
- Specialties
- Access to Information, Aid Transparency, Anti-Corruption, Budget Transparency, Citizen Participation, Corporate Accountability, E-Government, Legislative Openness, Media Freedom, Natural Resources, Open Data, Public Procurement, Public Service Delivery, and Whistleblowing
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1110 Vermont Avenue NW
Suite 500 (Open Gov Hub)
Washington, DC 20005, US
Employees at Open Government Partnership
Updates
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💭 How can we ensure openness and accountability in government during political transitions? Ericka Blas from the Philippines Department of Budget and Management speaks on the importance of peer learning and building a network of champions to sustain #opengov values.
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📢 We're hiring! OGP's IRM is currently seeking consultants with policy research and language skills in regions like Brazil, Cabo Verde, the US, Italy, or the Western Balkans. 📆 Application Deadline: July 31, 2024 Learn more and apply! ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/eJWvGCK5
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🗳️ #DYK? Evidence shows that Open Election Data enhances transparency and public trust, providing credible information for voters, civil society, and journalists. See how countries like Brazil 🇧🇷, Croatia 🇭🇷, and the Netherlands 🇳🇱 are developing commitments to ensure election data is accessible in the Open Gov Guide. Learn more at bit.ly/opengov-guide-24
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🇫🇮 Finland's 4th OGP Action Plan aimed to enhance #opengov practices through capacity-building and networking for public officials. One key initiative was the creation of a public lobbying register, enhancing transparency in decision-making. Under this commitment, lobbyists now report biannually and disclose finances annually. This initiative marks a crucial step in promoting accountable governance, with 779 organizations registered as of March 2024. 🌟 Explore more #ReformsInAction from Finland and learn about their 4th Action Plan at https://lnkd.in/ep6TU_q4 Finnish Government Oikeusministeriö - Justitieministeriet - Ministry of Justice, Finland
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Co-hosted with Open Ownership, governments, and civil society convened at an #IACC2024 roundtable to discuss and advance beneficial ownership transparency reforms. Read highlights of current initiatives, areas of focus, and future plans below. 👇 https://lnkd.in/edt7QSRQ
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The Independent Reporting Mechanism plays a crucial role in advancing open government by helping commitment holders, civil society, and governments ensure their plans are effective. Hear from Maha Jweied, CEO of the Responsible Business Initiative for Justice and member of the International Experts Panel for the IRM, on how it reviews and evaluates #opengov initiatives to ensure commitments are met.
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From increased transparency in ESG rules to the rise of voluntary disclosures, in what ways can corporate sustainability drive real societal and environmental impact? Explore more insights in the latest #OGPHorizons post by Joseph Foti. 👇 https://lnkd.in/eZMqkaDp
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🌐 Want to stay informed on country commitments to #civicspace, #digitalgovernance, and #inclusion? The Data Dashboard is your go-to hub for tracking progress and outcomes across policy areas being addressed by OGP members. Explore more at bit.ly/ogp-data-dashboard
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Democracies are strengthened by providing regular opportunities for public participation. #ICYMI, explore insights on innovations, efforts, and global initiatives from 🇧🇷 Brazil, 🇷🇴 Romania, and 🇪🇪 Estonia from a webinar series by People Powered, the TAI Collaborative & OGP. https://lnkd.in/ehyaWChr
Mainstreaming Public Participation: Three Examples from the Field - Open Government Partnership
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