About

About Us

The Philippine Anti-Corruption Czar (PACC) stands as the people’s partner in truth and reform—a movement that believes corruption can be defeated when citizens, guided by faith and courage, take an active role in governance.

Through vigilance, transparency, and collective moral awakening, PACC envisions a New Philippines—honest, just, and prosperous—where integrity is the foundation of leadership and public service.

Our Mission

To assist the Philippine Government in eradicating corruption by mobilizing a nationwide network of trained volunteers and professionals who will monitor public projects, observe procurement processes, expose anomalies, and empower citizens to uphold integrity, justice, and the rule of law.

Our Values

A corruption-free Philippines where public officials serve with integrity, citizens are empowered to demand accountability, and every Filipino enjoys the fruits of honest and transparent governance.

GOALS AND PURPOSES

Nationwide Monitoring of Government Projects

Deploy trained volunteers and experts to observe, evaluate, and document the progress and quality of government-funded projects at both national and local levels.

Civil Society Procurement Observation

Serve as accredited observers in public bidding and procurement activities to safeguard fairness and prevent collusion, overpricing, or favoritism.

Direct Reporting to the Office of the President

Submit independent reports, findings, and recommendations on irregularities, anomalies, and best practices to the Office of the President and relevant oversight agencies such as office of the ombudsman, and commission on audit.

Counter Disinformation and Black Propaganda

Conduct evidence-based investigations and fact-checking to protect honest public servants and expose false or malicious narratives.

Citizen Empowerment

Educate citizens on their constitutional rights and equip them with tools to recognize, document, and report corrupt practices.

Democratic and Institutional Reform

Advocate for policies, legislation, and systems that ensure long-term anti-corruption safeguards across all levels of governance.

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

The Philippine Anti-Corruption Czar (PACC) is a national, non-stock, non-profit, non-partisan, non-sectarian volunteer organization dedicated to strengthening the fight against corruption in the Philippines. It serves as a citizens’ watchdog—a movement of professionals and volunteers united by one mission: to defend integrity, uphold transparency, and restore public trust in government.

Founded on patriotism and moral responsibility, PACC mobilizes lawyers, civil engineers & electrical engineers, accountants, auditors, forensic experts, procurement specialists, and ordinary citizens to monitor government projects, observe public bidding, investigate irregularities, and promote good governance.

PACC believes that corruption is not only an economic crime but also a moral and spiritual disorder that deprives Filipinos of justice, equality, and development. Guided by faith and civic duty, PACC stands as a partner of the government and the people in building a nation anchored on honesty, accountability, and love of country.

PREAMBLE

We, the concerned Filipino citizens, bound by our love of God and country, and united by our unwavering commitment to truth, justice, and good governance, do hereby establish the Philippine Anti-Corruption Czar (PACC) as a national volunteer movement to aid our government in its battle against corruption.

Recognizing corruption as a cancer of the nation that drains resources, destroys institutions, and erodes the moral fiber of society, we commit to uphold integrity and transparency as sacred duties. We pledge to cooperate with the government, civil society, and faith-based communities to protect public funds and restore people’s trust in governance.

In the true spirit of bayanihan, we dedicate ourselves to promoting honesty, accountability, and service to the Filipino people—for God, for Country, and for the Next Generation.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Godliness as the Foundation

Corruption is a sin against both God and the people.

People First

Public office is a public trust; citizens’ welfare must come before personal gain.

Zero Tolerance for Corruption
  • No protection, no excuses, and no compromise.
Constitutional Adherence

Defend the rule of law and democratic institutions.

Integrity and Transparency

Uphold honesty and openness in all operations.

Justice with Compassion

Protect whistleblowers and truth-tellers; ensure fair accountability.

Nationwide Mobilization

Every Filipino has a role in building an honest and just nation.

“Fear God, Serve the People, Expose Corruption, and Uphold Justice”

PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

Volunteer Training and Accreditation

Conduct capacity-building programs on legal investigation, procurement auditing, and citizen monitoring.

Project Monitoring Missions

Organize on-site inspections of infrastructure and social development projects to ensure compliance with standards and timelines.

Corruption Watch Reporting System

Operate a digital platform and hotline for confidential citizen complaints, tracking, and data analytics.

Public Awareness and Advocacy Campaigns

Host forums, caravans, and media partnerships to promote transparency and civic responsibility.

Research and Policy Advocacy

Publish studies, propose reforms, and participate in legislative hearings to strengthen anti-corruption frameworks.

PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

PACC works closely with key national agencies, oversight institutions, and local governments, including:

  • Commission on Audit (COA)
  • Office of the Ombudsman
  • Department of Justice (DOJ) – NBI, PAO, LRA, BuCor
  • Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) – LGUs, PNP
  • Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)
  • Department of Transportation (DOTr) – PPA, LTO, PCG
  • Department of Education (DepEd) and CHED
  • Department of Agriculture (DA) – NIA, NFA
  • Department of Health (DOH)
  • Department of Finance (DOF) – BOC, BIR, BI
  • Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
  • Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)
  • Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC)
  • Faith-based, Civic, and Academic Institutions
  • Office of the President

These partnerships enable PACC to conduct joint inspections, policy dialogues, and collaborative investigations in pursuit of systemic reform.

LEGAL STATUS

  • Nature: Non-stock, Non-profit, Non-partisan, Non-sectarian
  • Compliance: Operates under the laws of the Republic of the Philippines
  • Registration: Duly registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) with SEC Registration No. 20251090217898-05
  • Scope: National, with regional, provincial, city & municipal and barangay chapters across the Philippines

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

Combating Corruption in Infrastructure and Public Works
  • Conduct independent audits of roads, bridges, flood control, and other major infrastructure projects.

 

  • Establish a Flood Control Integrity Task Force to investigate anomalies and ensure quality control.

 

  • File complaints against officials and contractors proven to have engaged in collusion or graft.
Integrity in Public Procurement
  • Train and deploy God-fearing, ethical procurement observers in all levels of government bidding.

 

  • Advocate for full digitization of procurement records for public access.

 

  • Maintain a National Blacklist of Anomalous Contractors to deter repeat offenders.
Empowering Whistleblowers and Witnesses
  • Provide free legal aid and protection for witnesses exposing corruption.

 

  • Create an anonymous reporting platform to ensure confidentiality and safety.

 

  • Work with Congress to strengthen whistleblower protection laws.
Strengthening Investigations and Legal Action
  • Collaborate with Ombudsman, COA, DOJ, NBI, DILG & PNP for solid case buildup.

 

  • Form multi-sectoral audit teams (lawyers, engineers, accountants, auditors) for high-value projects.

 

  • Prioritize high-impact corruption cases involving large sums of public funds.
Promoting Good Governance and Ethical Leadership
  • Conduct values-based leadership seminars promoting transparency and servant leadership.

 

  • Educate citizens about their right to demand good governance.

 

Partner with faith-based organizations and universities to strengthen civic ethics

Technology-Driven Anti-Corruption Reforms
  • Develop open-data monitoring systems for public tracking of government contracts.

 

  • Use AI and GIS mapping to detect ghost or abandoned projects.

 

  • Launch a Citizen Watchdog Mobile App for reporting anomalies.
Community and Grassroots Engagement

Establish Barangay Anti-Corruption Watch Units to monitor local projects.

 

Build a Youth Integrity Movement across campuses nationwide.

 

Create a Citizen Scorecard System for rating government performance and project delivery.

Legislative and Policy Advocacy
  • Push for full implementation of the Freedom of Information (FOI) Law.

 

  • Support lifestyle checks and mandatory asset declarations for public officials.

 

  • Institutionalize citizen observers in all procurement boards and bidding committees.