Gwangju Dong-gu Introduces "QR Code Reporting System" to Eradicate Corruption and Misconduct

Exterior view of Gwangju Dong-gu Cheongsa.

Gwangju Dong-gu District Office announced on February 11 that it will introduce and operate a "Corruption and Misconduct QR Code Reporting System" to enhance integrity in the public service and eradicate corruption and misconduct.

The district has installed QR code reporting banners in civil service departments and key areas of the office building so that citizens can report public officials' corruption and misconduct, such as demands for money or entertainment, the provision of unjustified preferential treatment, and job-related irregularities, in a non-face-to-face manner without worrying about revealing their identity.

Reports received through the QR code will be handled fairly and strictly in accordance with the Act on the Prevention of Corruption and the Establishment and Management of the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission. In particular, to reduce anxiety during the reporting process, the district has made protection of whistleblowers and confidentiality its top principles, and any disadvantages resulting from reporting are strictly prohibited. Anonymous reporting is also allowed, creating an environment in which anyone can safely report corrupt acts.

The Dong-gu District Office plans to continuously monitor the outcomes of operating the Corruption and Misconduct QR Code Reporting System and, when necessary, link them to institutional improvements and stronger internal controls to further enhance integrity and the effectiveness of corruption prevention.

An official from Dong-gu District Office said, "We will respond to corruption and misconduct with a zero-tolerance policy," adding, "We will take thorough action on any corrupt acts in accordance with relevant laws and regulations to create a clean and trustworthy administrative environment."

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