Siemens launched the global Siemens Integrity Initiative in 2009, with more than USD 100 million to support organisations that fight corruption and fraud through Collective Action, education and training.

Over 30 projects from more than 20 countries were selected for funding in the First Funding Round and received overall funding of up to USD 37.7 million. More than 300 project proposals from more than 66 countries were submitted.