Kyiv, 11 September 2025 — Whistleblower tips were responsible for exposing 43% of corruption cases, according to the “Occupational Fraud 2024: A Report to the Nations” study by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). The report underscores the importance of fostering a whistleblowing culture and creating secure channels for reporting misconduct.

As Ukraine enters its post-war recovery period, ensuring the transparent and accountable use of both state and international resources is crucial. Corruption remains a significant obstacle to the country's development, making these measures essential.

In an effort to ensure transparency and accountability in the use of both state and international resources, a new study, supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine and the Government of Japan, was conducted to evaluate the state of whistleblowing systems in Ukrainian state-owned enterprises.

The study, which surveyed 888 employees across 24 state-owned enterprises, analysed employee awareness, trust in reporting channels, the existence of whistleblower protection policies, and overall corporate culture.

Awareness and Willingness to Report Corruption

While 85% of employees are willing to report corruption, the study found a disconnect: only 46% of enterprises have policies in place to support whistleblowers. This significant gap indicates that many organizations are failing to provide the encouragement and protection needed for employees to...

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