is a peer-reviewed academic journal that promotes cross-disciplinary investigations into the legal, institutional, socio-economic, and ethical dimensions of combating corruption. The journal seeks to engage a global audience of researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders interested in advancing the discourse on anti-corruption strategies, mechanisms, and impacts at the local, national, and international levels.

By bringing together cutting-edge research from an array of disciplines—including law, economics, political science, sociology, international relations, and public administration—ACSR aims to contribute to a more nuanced understanding of the complexities surrounding corruption and to inform evidence-based policy and practice in this critical area. The journal encourages submissions that not only investigate the challenges and trade-offs inherent to anti-corruption efforts but also propose innovative solutions, best practices, and theoretical frameworks to enhance transparency, accountability, and the rule of law worldwide.

ACSR welcomes manuscripts on a broad spectrum of topics within (but not limited to) the following areas:

• Corruption Prevention

  Strategies, policies, and institutional frameworks aimed at forecasting, detecting, and thwarting corrupt activities.

• Liability for Corruption

  Legal and regulatory approaches to holding individuals and entities accountable, covering diverse jurisdictions and international standards.

• Countering Money Laundering

  Analysis of methods, legislation, and best practices to combat the laundering of illicit funds, with attention to cross-border enforcement challenges.

• Anti-Corruption Education and Research

  Legal and regulatory approaches to holding individuals and entities accountable, covering diverse jurisdictions and international standardsCurricular development, pedagogical innovations, and empirical studies on fostering an anti-corruption mindset among professionals and the wider public.

• Corruption and Human Rights

  Intersections between corruption and the protection of fundamental rights, with consideration for social justice, equality, and ethical governance.

ACSR publishes:

• Original Research Articles reporting new empirical or theoretical findings;

• Review Articles providing comprehensive, critical overviews of relevant literature;

• Perspective and Opinion Pieces offering expert commentary and forward-looking insights;

• Case Studies illustrating specific instances of anti-corruption strategies in practice;

• Brief Communications highlighting emerging data, preliminary results, or novel methodologies.

The journal caters to:

• Academics and Researchers seeking advanced theoretical and empirical insights into anti-corruption;

• Policymakers and Regulators designing and implementing legislative or regulatory measures;

• Law Enforcement and Judiciary Professionals working on the front lines of combating corruption;

• Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society advocating for transparency and good governance;

• Students and Educators exploring foundational and cutting-edge knowledge in this domain.