The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has taken a decisive step to strengthen integrity across government institutions with the launch of a new awareness and training program targeting state employees.
The initiative, spearheaded by the Commission’s Anti-Corruption Academy, aims to equip officials with the knowledge and skills needed to identify, prevent, and combat corrupt practices. More than 40 participants from 13 state institutions have already enrolled in the program, which will run across seven sessions.
Speaking at the inauguration, ACC President Ustaz Adam Shamil underscored the Commission’s determination to raise professional standards within the civil service. He highlighted the importance of cultivating expertise in anti-corruption practices, stressing that a well-informed public sector is the backbone of good governance.
The program will address critical areas such as recognizing acts of corruption, strengthening compliance, and enforcing the legal framework designed to eliminate corruption. Special emphasis will also be placed on the role of collaboration between institutions, alongside the promotion of ethical and Islamic values in governance.
In addition to domestic efforts, the ACC is actively working with foreign anti-corruption bodies to broaden educational and training opportunities. This reflects the Commission’s wider strategy of aligning Maldives’ anti-corruption work with global best practices.
By launching this initiative, the ACC is sending a clear message: the Commission is committed to reform, determined to restore public trust, and dedicated to building a transparent and accountable state system.
