Explanatory Analysis of Information Disclosure in Relation with Foreign Aid in Afghanistan
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This paper attempts to relate how the level of information disclosure affects the amount of aids through
an explanatory study. The disclosure of aids allocation and utilization information plays an important role
for non-profit organizations to attract more aid while enhancing accountability and public trust. This paper
specifically focuses on two main types of disclosures, qualitative and quantitative disclosure, and attempts to
relate the effect of information disclosure on donations’ decisions. Choosing appropriate amount of disclosure
and targeting the right mix of qualitative and quantitative disclosure is, thus, a valuable strategic decision
that allows charities to attract more aids, boost accountability, and gain public trust. The study particularly
uses transparency, reliability, frequency, auditing, standardization, and accountability as collective proxy for
measuring information disclosure. The study finds that information disclosure has significant impact on foreign
aid. The study suggests strict and integrated policies for information disclosure both at government and nongovernmental
level.
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