If you have any further inquiries about the Forum, after reviewing the most frequently asked questions below, contact us at cgsecretariat@ifc.org.
What does the Forum do?
The Forum promotes global, regional, and local initiatives that improve corporate governance policy standards and practices in developing countries and countries with transition economies. Through its activities, the Forum aims to promote the private sector as an engine of growth, reduce the vulnerability of developing and transition economies to financial crises, and provide incentives to corporations to invest and perform efficiently in a socially responsible manner.
The Forum focuses on four areas:
raising awareness and building consensus
sponsoring research relevant to the issues and challenges facing countries undertaking corporate government reforms
disseminating best practices
funding technical assistance and capacity-building through the Forum's toolkits and best practice guides.
What is Corporate Governance? Why is Corporate Governance important? When and how was the Forum created? Is the Forum a membership organization? Does the Forum support or finance research on corporate governance? Who can apply for the funding? What is the role of the Private Sector Advisory Group (PSAG)? Are there any internship opportunities with the Forum? How do I learn more about the Forum? Can I sign up for the Forum's mailing list to receive updates for upcoming events and publications?
What is the best way to reference the Forum when I need to use its materials for conferences, training, etc.?
Practical Guide to Corporate Governance: Experiences from the Latin American Companies Circle
Corporate Governance: The Foundation for Corporate Citizenship and Sustainable Business
Forum Progress Report Winter 2009
Forum Progress Report Summer 2009
The EU Approach to Corporate Governance
