Supporting civil society during the Covid-19 pandemic. The potentials of online collaborations for social accountability
How to cite this publication:
Saul Mullard, Per Aarvik (2020). Supporting civil society during the Covid-19 pandemic. The potentials of online collaborations for social accountability. Bergen: Chr. Michelsen Institute (U4 Guide 2020:1)
Spanish version: Apoyo a la sociedad civil durante la pandemia de Covid-19. El potencial de las colaboraciones en línea para la responsabilidad social
There are significant corruption risks during times of crisis. Civil society has an important role to play in ensuring funds to tackle the Covid-19 pandemic reach their destination. Donors and multilateral organisations should consider establishing digital accountability networks to support this effort. The current crisis presents challenges for civil society; however, there are also new opportunities for it to embrace digital civic engagement as an anti-corruption initiative.
