Governance Indicators: How We Measure Corruption and the Rule of Law and Why It Matters

The Council for Arabic and Islamic Studies presents "Governance Indicators: How We Measure Corruption and the Rule of Law and Why It Matters," an annual lecture series feature Stefanie A. Lindquiest, ASU deputy provost and vice president for academic affairs; foundation professor of law and political science.

The World Bank is one of many organizations that has created indicators and measurements of democracy, rule of law and corruption. These indicators are carefully analyzed and followed by investors to determine whether and where to dedicate resources for development and industry. 

Because of their importance for foreign direct investment, measures of corruption and rule of law are carefully monitored by developing nations and shape policy outcomes in many nations. In this talk, Lindquist will explain how these key concepts are measured and by whom, and most importantly, why these measures matter for the future of political development around the world. 

Organized and moderated by Souad T. Ali, Council for Arabic and Islamic Studies founding chair. Sponsored by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Council for Arabic and Islamic Studies and School for International Letters and Cultures.