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PROJECT UPDATE
Project Overview
This initiative supported the Government of Paraguay in strengthening the capacity of the Public Ministry’s Anti-Corruption and Money Laundering Unit (UDEA).
Project Profile
The Technical Assistance Partnership–Expert Deployment Mechanism (TAP-EDM) project, with one of Canada’s premier experts in financial crime, Patrice Poitevin, worked with the Government of Paraguay to strengthen the capacity of the public prosecutors from the UDEA (Unidad Especializada en Delitos Económicos y Anticorrupción) to investigate and prosecute corruption crimes, improve public awareness and confidence and generate more interest in reporting corruption-related cases, and integrate gender perspectives within their work.
The UDEA team underwent comprehensive training and coaching in various crucial areas. This included learning investigation protocols through real Paraguayan case studies, adopting tailored case triage and classification systems and tools, and understanding interinstitutional cooperation dynamics with public and private entities.
In addition, the expert also assisted the UDEA team in crafting a strategy encompassing a communication plan, an inter-institutional collaboration framework, and awareness and prevention tools about corruption, human trafficking, and related crimes, with a focus on Gender Equality issues, aligning with relevant Paraguayan legislation, structure, and contextual factors. These measures aimed to bridge gaps, reduce victimization, and enhance the team’s capabilities.
Key Deliverables
- Capacity Support and Training
- Facilitated a five-day workshop on Canadian best practices in case research and assessment, triage and classification tools, interinstitutional cooperation, communication strategies, and combating bribery
- Delivered a five-day workshop to coach and mentor on developing action plans in four key areas and designing a Strategic Implementation Framework
- Technical Support and Knowledge Products
- Developed and secured approval for a Strategic Implementation Framework and four action plans
Project Outcomes and Lessons Learned
The project strengthened UDEA’s ability to lead anti-corruption efforts in a fair and inclusive way. Building on the first phase, this second phase focused on lasting impact — ensuring progress continues while promoting gender equality and more transparent, accountable governance across activities
Direct Project Reach:
- 55 participants engaged through activities conducted and project deliverables
Public Engagement (Canada):
- No data available for Canadian Public Engagement
Public Engagement Activities:
- Canadian expert Patrice Poitevin:
- Published multiple articles:
- Participated in TAP’s “Canadian Changemakers” podcast series on an episode titled, “Supporting Anti-corruption and Anti-money Laundering Training in Paraguay”
- Participated in TAP’s French-language “Au-delà des Frontières” podcast series on an episode titled, “Soutien à la formation à la lutte contre la corruption et le blanchiment d’argent au Paraguay”
- Contributed to the article Changement de parcours à la mi-carrière : où faire fructifier ses compétences ?
- Contributed to the article Midlife career: where can you take your skills?
