Whistleblowing

Whistleblowing

Whistleblowers are people who decide to report unethical or illegal activities, usually under the control of their employers whether working for a private company, nonprofit organization or government agency. Research a situation in which an employee either considered or did report such unethical or illegal activities. Compare the advantages for the whistleblower to first report internally within the company or agency as compared to first making their report publicly. Cite the sources you considered when researching this example of whistleblowing.