Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.5.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # CCWI Crime and Corruption Watch International ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://ccw-international.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://ccw-international.com/blog/) - [Watchdog CCWI Pivots to AI, Legal Training to Fight Graft in 2026](https://ccw-international.com/watchdog-ccwi-pivots-to-ai-legal-training-to-fight-graft-in-2026/) - The Crimes and Corruption Watch International (CCWI) capped off 2025 with a clear message: fighting corruption now demands both compassion on the ground and sophistication in oversight. During its Annual Lecture and Year-End Party held on December 27, 2025, CCWI leaders highlighted the organization’s expanding dual role—delivering large-scale humanitarian assistance while strengthening its capacity to - [CCWI–Camarines Norte Update | October 7, 2025](https://ccw-international.com/ccwi-camarines-norte-update-october-7-2025/) - Following a scheduled hearing at the Office of the Ombudsman, a productive coordination meeting was held with the Crimes and Corruption Watch International (CCWI) – Camarines Norte Chapter, led by Chairman Mike Dolera. The discussion centered on reinforcing the chapter’s ongoing initiatives to uphold transparency and accountability in public service, while ensuring that all actions - [CCW International and NCIA Join Forces to Amplify Farmers’ Voices Against Alleged Corruption in the NIA](https://ccw-international.com/ccw-international-and-ncia-join-forces-to-amplify-farmers-voices-against-alleged-corruption-in-the-nia/) - Crime and Corruption Watch International (CCW International) and the National Confederation of Irrigators Association (NCIA) have joined forces to draw attention to the long-standing grievances of farmers in the country, who claim they have been continuously neglected by government officials, particularly within the National Irrigation Administration (NIA). In an exclusive interview - [CCWI Chair Alleges Systemic Corruption in DPWH, Cites “Ghost Projects” and Oversight Failures](https://ccw-international.com/ccwi-chair-alleges-systemic-corruption-in-dpwh-cites-ghost-projects-and-oversight-failures/) - In a startling televised exposé, Carlo Batalla, chairman of the anti-corruption watchdog Crime and Corruption Watch International (CCWI), alleged the existence of widespread and deeply entrenched corruption within the Philippine Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). The claims, which Batalla emphasized are supported by publicly accessible government records, point to a pattern of - [CCWI Vice President Warns of Sector Challenges Amid Regulatory Shifts, Stresses Unity at Year-End Gathering](https://ccw-international.com/ccwi-vice-president-warns-of-sector-challenges-amid-regulatory-shifts-stresses-unity-at-year-end-gathering/) - In a year-end address that combined holiday goodwill with candid industry assessment, Crimes and Corruption Watch Inc. (CCWI) Vice President Asec. Walter R. Ocampo warned of mounting challenges facing the consultancy and monitoring sector, urging members to remain united as regulatory and market conditions continue to evolve. Ocampo delivered his message during the CCWI Lecture - [Ombudsman-Visayas Asked to Probe Alleged DPWH Ghost Projects, Irregular Flood-Control Deals](https://ccw-international.com/ombudsman-visayas-asked-to-probe-alleged-dpwh-ghost-projects-irregular-flood-control-deals/) - The Crimes and Corruption Watch International, Inc. (CCWI) has filed a graft complaint before the Office of the Ombudsman–Visayas against several officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Regions 6 and 7, alleging large-scale irregularities involving so-called “ghost projects” and anomalous flood-control contracts amounting to billions of pesos. Named in the - [Important Update](https://ccw-international.com/important-update/) - HOME Important Update October 13, 2025| By Carlo Batalla I’m sharing an important update regarding transparency and governance in the public sector: On March 22, 2023, the Memorandum of Agreement between the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the non-governmental organization CCWI—focused on transparency, good governance, and accountability—was canceled by then DPWH - [Update From CCWI](https://ccw-international.com/update-from-ccwi-2/) - HOME Update From CCWI September 20, 2025| By Carlo Batalla Today’s update (9/20/2025): We received a copy of the counter-affidavit for Helen Edith Lee Tan in cases OMB-V-C-JUL-25-0207 and OMB-V-A-JUL-25-0270, with an entry of appearance by Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALAW). This marks the second time CCWI counsel faces heavyweight opposition—the - [Group Wants 13 DPWH 6 Officials, Contractor Indicted for 'Ghost Projects' - Sunstar](https://ccw-international.com/group-wants-13-dpwh-6-officials-contractor-indicted-for-ghost-projects-sunstar/) - HOME Group Wants 13 DPWH 6 Officials, Contractor Indicated for 'Ghost Projects' September 18, 2025| By Sunstar A CORRUPTION watchdog has filed two complaints before the Office of the Ombudsman against officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Central Visayas and Western Visayas. The group, Crimes and Corruption Watch International Inc. - [Official Notice](https://ccw-international.com/official-notice/) - HOME Official Notice September 8, 2025| By Carlo Batalla Today, 9/8/2025, we received an order from the Office of the Ombudsman directing us to submit a verified position paper within 10 days in relation to OMB-V-A-JUL-25-0207 filed on May 21, 2025. It’s encouraging to see the wheels of justice moving forward. We will comply promptly - [As Anomalous As Flood Control](https://ccw-international.com/as-anomalous-as-flood-control/) - HOME As Anomalous As Flood Control August 19, 2025| By Carlo Batalla A BRIDGE in the 2nd district of Camarines Sur represents an interesting connection. Constructed under the watch of Congressman Lray Villafuerte the construction was completed in 2021. The irony is that there is no existing road connected to the bridge which was funded - [Update From Crimes And Corruption Watch International (CCWI)](https://ccw-international.com/update-from-crimes-and-corruption-watch-international-ccwi/) - HOME Update From Crimes and Corruption international (CCWI) August 25, 2025| By Carlo Batalla Amid the ongoing controversy and discussions about corruption concerns within the DPWH trending on social media, our group remains committed to upholding transparency and accountability. We will continue to file appropriate complaints with the Office of the Ombudsman and at the - [Update From CCWI](https://ccw-international.com/update-from-ccwi/) - HOME Update From CCWI August 15, 2025| By Carlo Batalla 𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗨𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟(𝗖𝗖𝗪𝗜) will participate as an independent observer in the post-qualification phase of the Philippine Army’s procurement of military equipment, per their invitation. Note: Procurement law requires that a qualified NGO observer be invited to participate in the bidding process, and CCWI - [Update On Graft Case](https://ccw-international.com/update-on-graft-case/) - HOME Update On Graft Case July 31, 2025| By Carlo Batalla Filed by Crimes and Corruption Watch International (CCWI) We are pleased to inform everyone that the case against DPWH Region 6 officials, filed by Crimes and Corruption Watch International at the Office of the Ombudsman, has reached a significant milestone. An order has been - [Crimes And Corruption Watch International, Inc. - Official Statement](https://ccw-international.com/crimes-and-corruption-watch-international-inc-official-statement/) - HOME Crimes And Corruption Watch International, Inc. - Official Statement May 26, 2025| By Carlo Batalla On the Use of DPWH Website Data and the Filing of a Procurement Complaint We wish to clarify our position regarding the procurement complaint filed before the Office of the Ombudsman concerning projects implemented by the Department of Public - [Public Information Update](https://ccw-international.com/public-information-update/) - HOME Public Information Update June 13, 2025| By Garrett Batalla Fernandez Crimes and Corruption Watch International Public Information Update We have received official acknowledgment from the DPWH Central Office regarding our letter on the reassignment of observers certified as Government Procurement Specialists. The matter has been endorsed to the DPWH Procurement Service for proper action. - [Reassignment and Appointment of CCWI Observers as Certified Government Procurement Specialists](https://ccw-international.com/reassignment-and-appointment-of-ccwi-observers-as-certified-government-procurement-specialists/) - HOME Reassignment and Appointment of CCWI Observers as Certified Government Procurement Specialists June 9, 2025| By Garrett Batalla Fernandez OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Reassignment and Appointment of CCWI Observers as Certified Government Procurement Specialists. The Crimes and Corruption Watch International, Inc. (CCWI) is proud to announce the reassignment of its accredited observers who have successfully completed their - [On Dismissal of Cases Previously Filed Against DPWH - R6 Officials](https://ccw-international.com/on-dismissal-of-cases-previously-filed-against-dpwh-r6-officials/) - HOME On Dismissal of Cases Filed Against DPWH - R6 Officials May 27, 2025| By Carlo Batalla OFFICIAL STATEMENT The Office of the Ombudsman has officially resolved to dismiss the cases filed previously against DPWH-R6 Officials. However, this dismissal is without prejudice, meaning the cases can be refiled if additional evidence is discovered and properly - [Graft Complaint filed vs DPWH officials](https://ccw-international.com/graft-complaint-filed-vs-dpwh-officials/) - HOME Graft Complaint filed vs DPWH officials May 22, 2025| By Manila Times THE Crime and Corruption Watch International Inc. (CCWI) on Wednesday, May 21, filed a graft complaint before the Office of the Ombudsman against top officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Region 6 (Western Visayas) and a private construction - [CCW Revival Is Timely And Necessary](https://ccw-international.com/ccw-revival-is-timely-and-necessary/) - HOME CCW REVIVAL IS TIMELY AND NECESSARY Apr. 18, 2025| By Pinoy Expose LAST Apil 8, yours truly joined the ‘Batalla Cares Foundation’ and the newly-reorganized ‘Citizens Crime Watch International’ (CCWI) during their gathering and general assembly in Malvar, Batangas. Kudos to my good and long-time friend, former Bicol Board Member Carlo Batalla, for his unending commitment to help - [CAM SUR WAKE THE HELL UP](https://ccw-international.com/cam-sur-wake-the-hell-up/) - HOME CAM SUR WAKE THE HELL UP Apr. 16, 2025| By Pinoy Facts Lray Villafuerte is not just a politician — he’s a walking corruption case. ₱20 MILLION in fuel funds — GONE. No bidding. No transparency. Just theft. Confirmed by the Sandiganbayan. Read the court decision. https://sb.judiciary.gov.ph/…/38_SB-13-CRM-0792-0794… Security service contracts? Handed out - [CRIME AND CORRUPTION WATCH INTERNATIONAL (CCWI) SAYS CONGRESS SHOULD PROBE OMB SUSPENSION OF NIA ADMINISTRATOR](https://ccw-international.com/crime-and-corruption-watch-international-ccwi-says-congress-should-probe-omb-suspension-of-nia-administrator/) - HOME CRIME AND CORRUPTION WATCH INTERNATIONAL (CCWI) SAYS CONGRESS SHOULD PROBE OMB SUSPENSION OF NIA ADMINISTRATOR Nov 20, 2022 | By Pinoy Expose THE anti-corruption watchdog, (CCWI), has described as “irregular” and “questionable” the swift suspension by the Ombudsman of National Irrigation Administration (NIA) administrator, Benny Antiporda as it urged Congress to probe the incident. “The - [DPWH 'Favored Contractor' Nasilip ng CCWI](https://ccw-international.com/dpwh-favored-contractor-nasilip-ng-ccwi/) - HOME DPWH ‘Favored Contractor’ Nasilip ng CCWI October 17, 2022 | By Remate News ( ang Diaryo nang masa) MULING iginiit ng isang anti-corruption watchdog sa Department of Public Works and Highways na ilabas ang iba pang detalye ng mga kontratang naibigay sa isang kontratista na umaabot ng bilyon-bilyong piso kahit wala pa itong natatapos na ## Pages - [Home](https://ccw-international.com/) - We Have One Vision, A Corruption Free Country By fostering openness, accountability, and integrity, our movement seeks to end the injustice of corruption. - [pagcorgroup00001001](https://ccw-international.com/pagcorgroup00001001/) - Romeo Cabanes Gerodias BATCH 1986 Birthdate Address Postal Code Contact No. Email Address Name of Guardian Email of Guardian Contact of Guardian 8/24/1959 Blk 4 Lot 2, Azalea 1, Cotcot, Liloan City, Cebu 6002 09227602330 studhunk03@yahoo.com Ingrid Gerodias studhunk03@yahoo.com 0994305046 - [pgcorreunionmember2897389572](https://ccw-international.com/pagcor-reunion-member/) - Add Your Heading Text Here 1. 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