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What We Stand For

Learn where AIG stands on matters relating to advancing the IG profession.

April 4, 2025

Ensuring Independence and Effectiveness Through Unobstructed Access to Overseen Entities’ Privileged Information

April 4, 2025

Ensuring Independence and Integrity Through Unobstructed Conduct of Investigative Interviews

October 12, 2022

Independence of the Inspector General -- Management’s Oversight Role of an Office of Inspector General

Informed by Experts

Each position paper is collaboratively crafted by IG professionals.

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Drafted by Committees

Experienced oversight professionals begin with research and first drafts based on current challenges and field needs.

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Peer Review & Feedback

Committees across AIG provide rigorous feedback to ensure relevance, clarity, and alignment with IG principles.

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Standards Alignment

Each paper is reviewed for alignment with AIG standards and governance protocols before final sign-off.

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Final Publication

Approved papers are professionally formatted and published to guide the IG community at large.

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October 2, 2025 •

News

AIG Raises Significant Concerns Over CIGIE Defunding

The Association of Inspectors General (AIG) has significant concerns about the Administration’s move to defund the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) by withholding appropriated funds....

September 22, 2025 •

News

Candidates for the 2025 AIG Board of Directors Election

The Association's Board Nominations Committee has certified 9 candidates for the 2025 Board of Directors election. There are 2 positions available. The election will be held in electronic format beginning...

September 8, 2025 •

Articles

Thank you, Columbus Institute Attendees and Instructors!

Thank you to all of the participants, instructors and staff who attended the Inspector General Institute in Columbus, Ohio!

August 12, 2025 •

News

Now Accepting Nominations for our 2025 Board of Directors Election

AIG Board of Directors Secretary Lora Manon announced today that TWO (2) vacancies will exist for the Board of Directors as of December 31, 2025. These vacancies have been declared...