Frequently Asked Questions

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?
What is Corporate Governance?
Why is Corporate Governance important?
When and how was the Forum created?

The Global Corporate Governance Forum (the Forum) was founded in 2001 by the World Bank and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) following the financial crises in Asia and Russia in the latter part of the 1990's. It was established to promote initiatives to raise corporate governance standards and practices in developing countries and emerging markets, using the OECD Principles of Corporate Governance as the basis for its work. The Forum's work program was launched in 2002 in Monterrey, Mexico at the Financing for Development meetings organized by the United Nations.

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.?