Whistleblower Resources

Deciding to blow the whistle on wrongdoing can be the single most important professional decision you ever have to make.

Whistleblowing is risky and difficult. History shows it is usually best done while attempting to remain anonymous.

Protect yourself. Do not use government, contractor, or grantee equipment or technology to access any of these resources. The information provided here is not legal advice.

Resources

Survival Guide for Federal Government Whistleblowers

This survival guide, intended to help and empower conscientious government employees when they encounter wrongdoing in the workplace, covers what to consider before potentially blowing the whistle.

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Ten Frequently Asked Questions About Whistleblowers

This short resource pulls together guidance from POGO’s whistleblower survival guides to provide quick answers to ten common questions to ask when considering whether — and how — to blow the whistle.

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Legal and Advocacy Resources

POGO does not provide legal representation. We do, however, maintain a list of law firms with experience in these matters and other advocacy organizations that may be of help to you.

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Share Documents and Tips

Do you have a tip about systemic federal corruption, waste, fraud, or abuse? POGO may be able to investigate your allegations.

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