In celebration of International Women’s Day 2025 and the theme of “#AccelerateAction,” this article spotlights Dr. Tanya McCartney, a trailblazer in the field of anti-financial crime (AFC) education and research. McCartney has become a driving force in advancing AFC education and advocacy through her innovative...

ACAMS Today sat down with Jinisha Bhatt for International Women’s Day 2025. She is an anti-financial crime (AFC) investigator specializing in multi-jurisdictional cryptocurrency fraud, money laundering and human trafficking (HT) investigations. She is passionate about addressing the human cost of financial crime, believing that “most...

There are many courageous women throughout the world striving to ensure justice, equality and the protection of human rights as they fight against financial crime. The following is a snapshot demonstrating exceptional courage and dedication by professional women—not only in their respective countries but beyond....

In 2016, a woman in Mexico City faced the possibility of a promotion. She was also pregnant with her second child, and she was concerned that the news of her pregnancy could jeopardize her promotion. She faced a challenge with which many women can empathize:...

ACAMS Today  caught up with Jean Chung, who is the chief compliance officer of Hong Kong and Greater China, North Asia, for Standard Chartered Bank. Chung also sits on the ACAMS Advisory Board. Prior to her current role, Chung was head financial crime compliance (FCC),...