Workshops of the General Directorate for Integrity and Accountability in Corfu

The General Directorate for Integrity and Accountability of the National Transparency Authority (NTA) held two complementary workshops, on 15 and 16 October 2026, in Corfu, with the aim of informing and raising awareness amongst universities and public administration bodies on issues relating to internal audit, the operation of the respective Internal Audit Units, modern prevention tools and best practices, with a view to strengthening integrity in public administration.

The first workshop, organized in collaboration with the Ionian University, focused on Internal Audit in Universities, highlighting its crucial role in the effective functioning of higher education institutions, as well as the importance of cooperation and the exchange of expertise between the NTA and the academic community.

During the second workshop, on the topic of Modern Prevention Tools in Public Governance, the initiatives and modern prevention tools being developed by the NTA’s General Directorate for Integrity and Accountability were presented, with the aim of fostering a strong culture of integrity and embedding prevention into the day-to-day operations of public administration.

Through the exchange of expertise and experiences, the sharing of best practices and open dialogue, the two sessions constituted a comprehensive initiative to strengthen cooperation between NTA, the academic community and public sector bodies, united by the common goal of fostering a strong culture of integrity within public administration.

WORKSHOP 15 October 2026

On Thursday 15 October 2026, a workshop was successfully held at the Ionian Academy in Corfu on the topic ‘Internal Audit in Universities’, which was co-organized by the National Transparency Authority and the Ionian University, in the presence of NTA Governor Alexandra Rogkakou and Rector Andreas Floros.

The workshop aimed to strengthen dialogue and promote cooperation between the NTA and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), with a view to the effective implementation, strengthening and continuously upgrading the Internal Audit System at universities.

The event was attended by Rectors and Vice-Rectors, the Heads of the Internal Audit Units of all HEIs, their administrative staff, as well as the Commissioner of the Hellenic Court of Audit for the Regional Unit of Corfu. The broad participation highlighted the importance the academic community attaches to strengthening internal audit mechanisms and ensuring good governance and the effective operation of university institutions.

During the workshop, the NTA's General Directorate for Integrity and Accountability presented the current institutional framework for internal audit, as well as the challenges arising from its implementation.

At the same time, representatives from the HEIs shared best practices and experiences from the operation of their Internal Audit Units, contributing to a meaningful dialogue on addressing common issues and identifying practical and effective solutions. Emphasis was placed on the exchange of expertise and the utilization of the institutions’ experience, with the aim of continuously improving internal audit procedures and strengthening transparency and accountability at universities.

Representing the National Transparency Authority, the following officials participated in the workshop: Maria Konstantinidou, Head of the General Directorate for Integrity and Accountability; Ioanna Lambraki, Head of the Directorate of Accountability Policies and Standards; Christos Kourtis, Head of the Directorate of Integrity Policies and Standards; and Eleni Douvi, Head of the Inspection and Audit Bodies Monitoring Department.

WORKSHOP 16 October 2026

On Friday 16 October 2026, an informative workshop organized by the National Transparency Authority (NTA) was successfully held in Corfu, on the topic ‘National Transparency Authority – Modern Prevention Tools in Public Governance: General Directorate for Integrity and Accountability’. The event was hosted at the Ionian Academy of the Ionian University and forms part of the NTA’s systematic effort to strengthen communication and cooperation with public sector bodies, promoting openness, knowledge sharing and the active participation of the public administration in an ongoing dialogue on prevention, integrity and accountability.

The event aimed to present the mission, activities and modern prevention tools developed by the NTA's General Directorate for Integrity and Accountability, with the goal of fostering a strong culture of integrity and embedding prevention into the day-to-day operations of Public Administration. Emphasis was placed on the active participation of the attendees through an interactive and anonymous poll via the Mentimeter platform, on the topic of ‘Perceptions of Prevention in Public Administration’, as well as through an open discussion to exchange views, experiences and concerns.

Approximately 340 people attended the event (both in person and remotely), confirming the growing awareness among public sector bodies and their clear need for information, dialogue and further cooperation with the NTA on issues relating to the prevention of corruption and the promotion of public integrity.

Representing the National Transparency Authority, the following officials participated in the workshop: Governor Alexandra Rogkakou, , Maria Konstantinidou, Head of the General Directorate for Integrity and Accountability ; Ioanna Lambraki, Head of the Directorate of Accountability Policies and Standards; Christos Kourtis, Head of the Directorate of Integrity Policies and Standards, and Argyris Tsomokos, Head of the Corruption Risk Management Department of the Directorate of Corruption Risk Assessment and Specific Sectoral Anti-Corruption Strategies. The event was moderated by Ioanna Gligori, Head of the Integrity Policies Implementation and Evaluation Department.

The event was also attended by the Rector of the Ionian University, representatives of local government, including the Mayor of Central Corfu and Diapontian Islands, representatives of the Region of the Ionian Islands, and the Commissioner of the Hellenic Court of Audit for the Regional Unit of Corfu.