MACARTHUR
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation

MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions

CLEEN Foundation

Watchful eye, constructive critic, dedicated democrat.  Nigeria’s CLEEN Foundation gives a voice to those affected by crime and corruption in Africa’s largest country.  Your mission is to reduce abuses by the police, deepen the connection of security forces to the communities they serve, and make the police more effective and accountable.  Grounded in the belief that democracy cannot prosper if ordinary people do not trust the face of government they most frequently encounter, you fight for the dignity and security of all Nigerian people. As your experience and impact have grown, your moral voice and practical wisdom reach beyond Nigeria.  A founding member of the Altus Global Justice network, you are sharing models for police reform with colleagues around the globe.  You have raised the bar for Nigeria’s citizens, who now expect professionalism and competence from their police force.  But you are also assisting the police to meet these expectations.  Considered an honest broker by the public and the police alike, you build bridges of understanding that advance Nigeria’s journey to a healthy and sustainable democracy.  For building trust between the police and the people in Nigeria, we are proud to present you with the MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions.

Watch Award 2003 / 2004

Best security friendly / conscious civil society organization
in recognition of your selfless commitment, exemplary leadership and untiring effort towards security consciousness and development in Nigeria security