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Whistleblowing First Responder Guide

This guide was conceptualized and published by The Ethics Institute and the Transparency, Integrity and Accountability Programme in South Africa (TIP), based on an understanding of the needs of individuals in Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) who are the first responders...

Whistleblowing First Responder Training – Train the Trainers Guide

This training manual was developed based on the ‘Whistleblowing First Responders Guide’ published by The Ethics Institute and the Transparency, Integrity and Accountability Programme in South Africa (TIP)....

Whistleblowing First Responder – Guide & Tools

This trainer guide and tools is based on the Whistleblowing First Responder Guide and as such it is vital that the trainer develops an in-depth understanding of the content of this guide and its five parts. It is therefore recommended...

WBFR One-Day Training – Trainer Guide and Tools

This trainer guide and tools is based on the Whistleblowing First Responder Guide and as such it is vital that the trainer develops an in-depth understanding of the content of this guide and its five parts. It is therefore recommended...

Whistleblowing and Anti-Corruption: A professional handbook for investigators

Whistleblowing is the act of exposing wrongdoing, misconduct, or unethical practices within an organization. It is a courageous act that upholds ethical standards and ensures that justice is served. Whistleblowers play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of institutions...

Training of Trainers – Facilitator Guide

This Training of Trainers Facilitator Guide works hand in hand with the content contained in the Whistleblowing and Anti-corruption: A Professional Handbook for Investigators, which was created by combining the whistleblowing expertise and on-the-ground experience of GIZ (German Agency for...

South Africa: Whistleblower Protection Guidebook

This guidebook provides practical guidance to whistleblowers who are determining whether to make a disclosure or who have made a disclosure and require guidance on how to navigate the complex legal framework that regulates whistleblowing in South Africa. Civil society...

Whistleblowing Guidelines for Journalists

Whistleblowers play a crucial role in our anti-corruption toolkit, exposing wrongdoing, corruption, and ethical breaches that would otherwise go unreported. The media serves as a powerful ally in amplifying their voices and bringing important issues to the public's attention. The...

VEZA TOOL

The Veza online tool is an open data platform developed by Corruption Watch with the goal of improving transparency and accountability in the South African Police Service (SAPS). At Corruption Watch, we understand the need to find innovative solutions to...

ARTICLES FROM CORRUPTION WATCH

Corruption is the abuse of entrusted power or resources, by anyone, for private gain. Corruption Watch is concerned with any such abuse by anyone at any level of government or in business....

The Psychological Guidebook for Whistleblowers

The Psychological Guidebook for Whistleblowers by The Whistleblower House offers essential support for managing the emotional toll of exposing wrongdoing....

The Legal Guidebook for Whistleblowers

The Legal Guidebook for Whistleblowers by The Whistleblower House provides clear, practical advice to help whistleblowers understand their rights and navigate legal risks....

The Financial Guidebook for Whistleblowers

The Financial Guidebook for Whistleblowers by The Whistleblower House provides clear, practical support for managing the financial challenges that can arise from speaking out....

The Safety & Security Guidebook for Whistleblowers

The Safety & Security Guidebook for Whistleblowers by The Whistleblower House offers practical advice to help whistleblowers protect their personal safety, privacy, and well-being while exposing wrongdoing....

Voices of Conscience

This study seeks to explore the psychosocial impacts experienced by whistleblowers, as well as the perspectives of mental health professionals, such as psychologists and counsellors, who provide care and support to them....

Practice Brief

Explore approaches to enhance MHPSS interventions for whistleblowers, highlight the gaps in MHPSS service provision and ensure whistleblower MHPSS is aligned with best practices and ethical standards for mitigating traumatization and promoting mental health and wellbeing....

Research Brief

Drawing on the findings of the 2025 Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) report, this research brief interrogates the deeper psychic and existential consequences of whistleblowing....

Whistleblower Wellness Toolkit

The wellness toolkit aims to amplify the importance of a trauma-informed approach, and to mainstream mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) as an integral part of promoting well-being for whistleblowers....