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Abstract

This study seeks to examine whether corruption risk management strategies, as developed and implemented by international for-profit corporations, have applicability in counter-corruption efforts related to combating illegal wildlife trade. Specifically, the study aims to critically examine corporate risk management strategies to identify key components and lessons learned in their implementation that can be applied by wildlife crime authorities and practitioners to improve the effectiveness of efforts to address the corruption that enables and facilitates all aspects of the illegal trade in wildlife. Following a literature review, primary research was conducted through semi-structured interviews with 10 leading experts in the field of corporate compliance and corruption risk management, as well as professionals from inter-governmental organizations that play a lead role in addressing corruption related to wildlife trafficking. A total of five thematic areas were identified with significant parallels across both fields of study. Specifically, structures and resources required, external risk management, internal risk management, optimizing the use of technology and measuring effectiveness. In addition, partnership opportunities were identified and further explored. A key takeaway from the study is, that although not likely to have the same resources and funding available, wildlife authorities and practitioners have much to learn from the private sector that, as a minimum, can help focus and prioritize efforts to address corruption in the natural resource sector.

Course: Criminal Justice - MSc - C2681F

Date Deposited: 2023-05-03

URI/permalink: https://library.port.ac.uk/dissert/dis14122.html