May 2021: Internal Audit Awareness Month

 

WHEREAS, internal auditing is a vital part of strengthening organizations and protecting stakeholders of both the public and private sectors; and,

 

WHEREAS, internal auditing helps identify and manage the organization's risks and ensure policies, procedures, and controls are in place and working effectively; and,
 

WHEREAS, internal auditing is an increasingly sophisticated and complex activity requiring specialized knowledge, training, and education; and,

 

WHEREAS, the contributions of internal auditors to the success of organizations and the global economy at large deserve our recognition and commendations; and,

 

WHEREAS, The Institute of Internal Auditors is an international professional association representing more than 190,000 members in business, industry, government, and education in more than 100 countries; and,

 

WHEREAS, internal auditing is an established profession, led by The Institute of Internal Auditors, with a globally recognized code of ethics and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing; and,

 

WHEREAS, 2021 marks the 80^th anniversary of The Institute of Internal Auditors, which continues to serve not only the members and certified internal auditors in Michigan, but also the internal auditing profession as a whole;

 

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim May 2021 as Internal Audit Awareness Month in Michigan.