The International Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (IAACA) is pleased to announce the co-launch of “Integrity Behind Bars: A Guide on Corruption Risk Management in Prison Systems” at the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Abu Dhabi. President of IAACA and ICAC Commissioner, Mr Woo Ying-ming co-launched the “Prison Guide” with Ms Monica Juma, Executive Director of the UNODC on 1 October 2026.

With the support of the IAACA and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the ICAC has developed this pioneering guide to help prison administrations strengthen integrity and manage corruption risks. 

The Prison Guide provides a practical and flexible framework covering key areas including prison staff recruitment and training, procurement and financial controls, reporting mechanisms, oversight and inspections, prison intelligence and the use of technology. 

Prisons are core components of the justice system. Strengthening integrity behind bars is essential to protecting the safety of prison staff and inmates, supporting prisoner rehabilitation and promoting safer, more stable societies. 

Explore the Integrity Behind Bars guide here: https://www.icac.org.hk/icac/prisonguide/en/index.html 

IAACA is proud to support this important international initiative and to promote stronger cooperation among anti-corruption authorities, prison administrations and law enforcement bodies worldwide.