PricewaterhouseCoopers Transparency Awards Open

International accounting firm PricewatershousCoopers has joined with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and the Centre for Social Impact to launch the 2009 PwC Transparency Awards as part of PwC's support for the improvement of transparency and quality of reporting in the Not for Profit sector.

The PricewaterhouseCoopers Transparency Awards give organisations an opportunity to demonstrate that they take the issue of transparency and quality of reporting seriously. The winner and runner-up receive $20,000 and $10,000 respectively towards sending member(s) of their organisation on training and development or study tours.

Participation rates in the 2008 Transparency Awards grew by 22% emphasising the commitment of the sector to transparency in reporting. The overall scores improved by 9% demonstrating the practical application of the feedback received through participation in the Awards.

To be a part of these Awards and receive individual feedback on how to improve your organisation’s reporting, register on-line at www.pwc.com.au by 5pm Friday 30 October 2009. For further information please contact Anita Burer on 03 8603 6798.