Top-down anti-corruption efforts often fail because they lack eyes on the ground. Our research shows that the most effective way to ensure accountability is to empower the people who are directly affected by the services.
In our latest study, we followed the 'last mile' of public funding in primary health centres. While central budgets might show disbursements, only grassroots monitors can verify if the equipment actually arrived and if the staff are present.
The Power of Local Voices
When communities have the tools to track projects in their own neighbourhoods, they aren't just monitors—they are owners of their development. This shift from passive recipients to active oversight is the core of PPDC's mission.
Our UK team is working to secure the funding and technical support needed to amplify these local voices, creating a global network of community-led accountability.
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