Countering Criminal Economies: Case Studies
Case studies offer detailed accounts of reform efforts in particular countries. They are based on in-depth interviews conducted by ISS researchers with the individuals at the center of reform initiatives, as well as informed observers and consultants. These case studies detail the challenges the reformer faced, the options considered, program design, implementation, obstacles encountered, strategies for success, and reformer reflections.
(Order reflects web posting date)
- Palermo Renaissance Part 3: Strengthening Municipal Services, 1993-2000
Focus Area: City Management, Getting the News Out/Managing Expectations, Countering Criminal Economies, Containing Patronage Pressures, Civil Service, Waste Management
Country: Italy
- Balancing Responsibilities: Evolution of Lithuania's Anti-Corruption Agency, 1997-2007
Focus Area: Anti-Corruption, Countering Criminal Economies
Country: Lithuania
- Palermo Renaissance Part 2: Reforming City Hall, 1993-2000
Focus Area: City Management, Getting the News Out/Managing Expectations, Building a Reform Team and Staff, Countering Criminal Economies, Containing Patronage Pressures
Country: Italy
- Palermo Renaissance Part 1: Rebuilding Civic Identity and Reclaiming a City from the Mafia in Italy, 1993-2000
Focus Area: City Management, Getting the News Out/Managing Expectations, Building a Reform Team and Staff, Countering Criminal Economies
Country: Italy
- Saving a Sinking Agency: The National Port Authority of Liberia, 2006-2011
Focus Area: Countering Criminal Economies, Containing Patronage Pressures, Civil Service
Country: Liberia
- Building Trust and Promoting Accountability: Jesse Robredo and Naga City, Philippines, 1988-1998
Focus Area: City Management, Getting the News Out/Managing Expectations, Building a Reform Team and Staff, Countering Criminal Economies, Containing Patronage Pressures
Country: Philippines
