# Policy brief 5 / 2013 Protecting education sector resources from corruption

URL: https://www.transparency.org/en/publications/policy-brief-5-2013-protecting-education-sector-resources-from-corruption
Type: Publication or report
Published: 2013-10-01
Updated: 2019-11-22

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01 October 2013

Education is a fundamental human right. All around the globe it is seen as the key to a better future, life with dignity and a sustainable livelihood. Funding is critical to ensure that education achieves these ends. But resources are not sufficient alone. Corruption and mismanagement can squander funds before schools ever see them. A series of integrated mechanisms is needed to stop these losses before they start.

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