FAQs

• What is the International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC)? 

  The International Anti-Corruption series is the world’s largest gathering of people who are united by a passion for promoting transparency, tackling corruption and progressing social justice. Over four decades it has brought together people from around the world to advance the fight against corruption, take stock of the impact of our collective work and show support for the countless victims of corruption around the world. This year, under the theme of ‘Igniting the Power of Integrity’, we are inviting people of integrity around the world to unite to stand up for our shared vision of a world free from corruption, at a time when the erosion of democratic values and the debasing of freedoms continue ruthlessly.  

  The conference agenda will address how corruption and a lack of accountability fuels many of the world’s most pressing challenges – from poor governance and democratic backsliding to climate crisis, inequalities and insecurity – and promote solutions and action. There will be an extensive and varied agenda including plenary discussions and workshops with brilliant speakers, opportunities to connect and collaborate in side events, as well as documentary screenings (Films4Transparency) and live music (Fair Play) inspired by social justice themes. 

• Where and when will the International Anti-Corruption Conference 2026 (#IACC2026) take place?

  #IACC2026 will be held in person from 1–4 December 2026 in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The event venue is the Barceló Bávaro Convention Center, located just 20 km from Punta Cana International Airport . Click here for more information.

• Why choose the Dominican Republic? 

  It’s the first time the conference will take place in the Caribbean, which provides a valuable opportunity to connect people in this politically dynamic region with global anti-corruption efforts. The Dominican Republic has taken important steps on its journey to reduce corruption since 2021, with actions to improve transparency, strengthen judicial independence and boost protection of independent media. As with all countries, there remains room for improvement.  

• Why has Punta Cana been chosen for the event? 

  Punta Cana meets the accessibility and infrastructure requirements for a large international event of this kind, with a well-connected airport, large conference facilities and plenty of accommodation options. We expect to host around 2,000 participants from over 140 countries. 

• Who attends the IACC?

  Anyone interested in fighting corruption is welcome to register for the IACC. Approximately 2,000 people typically attend the event. Part of what is special about the IACC is that participants come from a range of backgrounds: community activists, non-profit staff, high-level policymakers, business people, policy experts and academics.

• Will it also be possible to participate in the conference online?   

  No, this is an in-person event only. However plenary sessions, fireside chats, workshop sessions and Masterclasses will be available to watch back after the event on our YouTube channel: @IACCseries  

  You can find also find interviews and features from our young journalist initiatives here. 

• Where and when will I be able to register for #IACC2026?

  Registration for the #IACC2026 will launch from 12 May 2026. All interested will be able to register on the “Register” page of our website by clicking here.

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• Can I contribute to the agenda? 

  We welcome suggestions for the conference agenda. Anyone who is registered to attend can suggest an idea for a workshop session or to be a speaker – there will be an official call out for submissions. You can also write to [email protected] with your ideas. All submissions will be reviewed by our team but unfortunately not every idea will make it onto the final agenda.  

• When is the full agenda ready?

  The program will not be published until the workshops have been reviewed and the agenda has been confirmed. 

  The program is developed through a collaborative process, the final version will be confirmed once the workshops submitted before February 23 have been reviewed and the selected sessions integrated into the schedule. For general reference, we are pleased to share the agenda from the previous edition: https://iaccseries.org/iacc-2024/agenda/ 

• How does the IACC ensure inclusivity and diversity – both among speakers and participants? 

  The IACC is committed to inviting speakers from diverse countries and from a variety of fields – including civil society and community activists, policymakers, business leaders and experts. One of the essential purposes of the conference is to bring together such a variety of leaders to review what has worked and make joint commitments to tackle corruption. 

  The Transparency International movement is a network of over 100 independent chapters and national contacts around the world. Through this network, invitations are shared globally to ensure anti-corruption champions from around the world are included in the agenda and among the participants. We also partner with civil society and business networks to spread the word about the conference.  

  We value diversity and are committed to welcoming and providing a safe space to everyone to speak, move and meet. The venue is wheelchair-accessible and we are committed to providing ways for those with specific requirements to be able to participate. 

• What is the official language of the conference? Will there be translation services available during the conference? 

  All events will take place in the official conference languages of English and Spanish, and for the plenary sessions there will also be translation into the six UN languages (Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Russian and Spanish).

• I’m a journalist who would like to attend the conference. How should I apply?   

  Media accreditation is open: https://iaccseries.org/iacc-2026/press-accreditation/. If you have any question please email [email protected]. Members of the press do not pay to attend the conference.