Nye perspektiver: Whistleblowing 2025
Nye perspektiver: Whistleblowing from multiple perspectives
Whistleblowing is a multi-dimensional phenomenon.
It is shaped by the issue raised, the sector in which it occurs, the geographical and historical context, and the relevant governmental and legal frameworks. For example, whistleblowing may concern:
- Poor working conditions in a Norwegian bank
- Bribery of officials overseeing oil contracts in Nigeria
- Healthcare fraud against insurance companies in the USA
- Evidence of foreign interference in elections in Serbia
- Failures in patient care at a UK hospital
Research highlights some common features of whistleblowing, but it is equally important to recognize variation. Only then can policy and practice be grounded in evidence.
At this conference, we will explore diverse perspectives on whistleblowing.
Programme
08:30–09:00
Breakfast and registration, New Auditorium
09:00–09:05
Welcome by Rector Sander Sværi
09:05-09:30
Legal perspective
Christian Lindvall Dahlgren on whistleblower confidentiality and anonymity when the issues raised by the whistleblower end up in court
10:00-10:25
Historical perspective
Heidi Karlsen (BI and UiO) on the history of whistleblowing in Norway
10:25-10:50
Political perspective
Birgitta Niklasson (Gothenburg University) on whistleblowing in political parties/politics
11:00-11:25
HR perspective
Anniken Grønstad on the role of HR in whistleblowing
11:25-11:45
Future perspective
John Blenkinsopp on the inter-disciplinary research agenda in whistleblowing and launch of the International Journal of Whistleblowing Research.
Date: Tuesday 21st October 08:30-11:45
Venue: ONH campus