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Communications | Policy Advocacy

Insights from the Strategic Policy Advocacy Training Programme

We spoke to Abimbola Ogundairo, an attendee from our Strategic Policy Advocacy training programme, on the impact the training has had on her work for charity Africa No Filter. In our conversation with her she outlined how the training course exceeded her expectations, saying: “It was very helpful and beneficial because it was robust… and…

Governance | Regulation | Regulatory Compliance

Navigating Complexities Faced by Regulatory Compliance Teams

In today’s fast-paced and increasingly regulated business landscape, compliance teams play a critical role in ensuring that organisations adhere to legal standards, industry regulations, and ethical norms. However, with the growing complexity of global regulations, evolving technologies, and shifting business models, regulatory compliance teams are facing more challenges than ever before. From managing a deluge…

Communications | Policy Advocacy | Policy Making

The Symbiotic Relationship Between Communications and Advocacy Strategy in Policy Advocacy

In the dynamic world of policy advocacy, where influencing public policy and creating social change are the ultimate goals, the interplay between communications and advocacy strategy is crucial. Effective advocacy doesn’t just hinge on having the right message but also on delivering it through the right channels, at the right time, to the right audience….

Governance | Policy Making

When and Why New Public Policy Takes Place

Shaping the world around us Public policy shapes the world around us, from education to healthcare to environmental protections and economic regulations. But what drives the creation of these policies? Here is an overview of the drivers for change: To gain a comprehensive understanding of the drivers that influence and shape policy, governments and public…

Anti-Money Laundering | Regulation | Regulatory Compliance

Sam Bankman-Fried’s Money Laundering Charges and Crypto Regulation

Sam Bankman-Fried, the former CEO of FTX, a major cryptocurrency exchange, wasn’t just accused of fraud. He also faced charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering. Let’s break down what that means and how it might impact crypto regulation. The Money Laundering Charges: Prosecutors alleged Bankman-Fried diverted customer funds from FTX to his crypto hedge…

Regulation

Who regulates the regulators?

Scrutiny and accountability are the bedrock to positive regulatory outcomes. Without these measures, it would be impossible for regulators to perform their duties diligently in aiding a fairer and prosperous economy. However, one question that’s rarely asked is who regulates the regulators? This is a question recently raised by the UK House of Lords Industry…

Regulation | Regulatory Compliance

Complying with new, emerging and existing regulation

Balancing compliance standards across new, emerging and existing regulation When it comes to the economy and the influences on the global stage, it has often been quoted “when the US sneezes, the rest of the world catches a cold.” Now, the European Union has its own influence on the world but in a different way….

Governance | Policy Making | Regulation

What is governance and what do we mean by good governance?

Governance in the Public Sector Governance as a term is one that is regularly mentioned but rarely defined. Although it is something many know, it can often be tricky to define in a simple way. In general terms, it’s the system of rules, processes, and institutions that ensures a government and public organisations function effectively,…