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SIXTH FRAMEWORK PROGRAMME PRIORITY 7, FP6-2004-CITIZENS-5 RESEARCH PROJECT: CRIME AND CULTURE

This research project delves into the dynamics of corruption, examining rational and cultural models, impacts, and strategies for combating it. Through interviews and analysis, the study offers policy implications for addressing corruption in different forms.

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SIXTH FRAMEWORK PROGRAMME PRIORITY 7, FP6-2004-CITIZENS-5 RESEARCH PROJECT: CRIME AND CULTURE

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  1. SIXTH FRAMEWORK PROGRAMME PRIORITY 7, FP6-2004-CITIZENS-5 RESEARCH PROJECT: CRIME AND CULTURE THIRD REGULAR MEETING Dubrovnik, 17 – 20 January 2008 Inter-University Centre

  2. Brief Overview Methodology overview Explanatory models Conclusion

  3. Methodology Overview Interviews with representatives of the six target groups Analysing the transcripts with Atlas.ti software Final analyse/interpretation: building of possible explanatory models embedded in the perceptions Translating results into policy implications

  4. Explanatory models – “rational” Definition: abuse of power for personal gain Dangerous forms: political, grand corruption Causes/Origin: universal factors, weak influence of culture Size/Scope: Measurable Effects: economic; undermining people's confidence in democracy Strategies: formal institutions,investigative

  5. Explanatory models – “rational” Roles of institutions/actors: Media: awareness campaigns, investigations Public Inst: enforcement, coordination NGOs: supportive to government Political Parties: political support Business: supportive to government and NGOs

  6. Explanatory models – “cultural” models Definition: abuse of power public/private, distorted political process, bad governance Dangerous forms: petty corruption Causes/Origin: Communist past, transition; lack of specific values Size/Scope: cannot bemeasured; presented everywhere Effects: destruction of social values and the demoralisation Strategies: counteracting petty corruption, values changes

  7. Explanatory models – “cultural” models Roles of institutions/actors: Media: negative so far; future: sceptical Public Inst: general improvement in performance NGOs: to stand apart from government Political Parties: sceptical – rather negative Business: sceptical – rather negative

  8. Conclusions/Policy Implications Problems actual corruption – economic dimensions perceived corruption – undermining social trust and values

  9. Conclusions/Policy Implications Existing strategies large-scale anti-corruption polices (legislation, institutions) External conditionality Civil society- AC activities Convictions of High-profile politicians and public servants

  10. Conclusions/Policy Implications Possible policy for the future Focus on petty-corruption General improvement of the performance of public institution Do not create over expectations – change is slow, related to overall political and social development in the country

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