2019–2021 Joint Learning Report on the Implementation of the Accountability Mechanism Policy: Accountability Mechanism Strengthens Good Governance

Institutional Document | September 2023
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This report highlights lessons from the implementation of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Accountability Mechanism Policy 2012 during 2019–2021. The Accountability Mechanism was established to help people affected by projects to voice concerns and it seeks to enhance the effectiveness and quality of projects supported by ADB.

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  • US$29.00 (paperback)

This report analyzes the triggers for complaints filed with the Accountability Mechanism, considers lessons from complaint resolution, and explores recurring and emerging issues through the lens of good governance. It was jointly prepared by the Office of the Compliance Review Panel, the Office of the Special Project Facilitator, the Independent Evaluation Department, and the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department.

Contents

  • Introduction: Good Governance, ADB, and Its Core Values
  • Purpose and Methodology of This Report
  • Overview of Complaints Reaching the Accountability Mechanism
  • Triggers and Lessons Learned: Trends Analysis of Issues That Trigger the Filing of Accountability Mechanism Complaints
  • Building Structural Strength: Strengthening Good Governance through Accountability Mechanism Lessons
  • Recurring and Emerging Issues in Independent Accountability Mechanisms and ADB That May Impact Good Governance
  • Institutional Reforms and Recommendations
  • Revisiting Recommendations from 2016 and 2019 Accountability Mechanism Joint Learning Reports
  • Conclusion

Additional Details

Type
Subjects
  • ADB administration and governance
  • ADB accountability mechanism
Pages
  • 66
Dimensions
  • 8.5 x 11
SKU
  • SGP230320-2
ISBN
  • 978-92-9270-299-1 (print)
  • 978-92-9270-300-4 (electronic)
  • 978-92-9270-301-1 (ebook)

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