More than 200 people gathered at Ela Beach today to pledge their
commitment towards eradicating corruption and promoting good governance in the
country.
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| The anti-corruption message formed by participants on the sands of Ela Beach |
The event was organized by the PNG Chapter of Transparency
International to mark the International Anti-Corruption Day.
Participants formed a human banner which spelt “WE LOVE (in the shape of a heart) PNG” on the sands
of Ela Beach and were photographed by an aerial team flying over the waters
between nearby Manubada Island and Downtown Port Moresby.
TIPNG said that the aerial photograph was intended to encourage
all Papua New Guineans to fight against corruption, and to promote better
living.
TIPNG
Board Secretary, Mrs Gail Edoni, while addressing the event, encouraged
individuals to think seriously about the damaging effects of corruption and
take courage to say “no” to it.
The
anti-corruption organization provided various ways through which members of the
public can combat the corruption issue, including informing themselves of the rule of law and what the government has pledged to do
to fight corruption, and through reporting incidents of corruption to the authorities.
TIPNG also encouraged people to teach children that corruption
is unacceptable, to refuse to pay or accept bribes, and to hold leaders
accountable for their actions which may contribute to increased incidence of
corrupt activities.
Organizers of the event also acknowledged the support of
sponsors such as Helifix Operations for the helicopter services, Digicel for
sponsoring 200 red T-shirts, and all participants at the event.
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