Published: October 21, 2024
Buchanan – The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has concluded a three-day anti-corruption training in Buchanan, aimed at strengthening the capacity of personnel from integrity institutions and the judiciary.
The workshop, supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with funding from the United Nations Peacebuilding Fund, focused on enhancing participants’ knowledge of anti-corruption laws, accountability frameworks, and citizen engagement tools.
Speaking at the close of the training, James Kingsley, LACC’s Program Manager for Education & Prevention, urged participants to actively apply the skills and knowledge acquired. He stressed the need for a holistic approach in the fight against corruption, calling for the engagement of all stakeholders.
“Corruption can only be tackled effectively when all sectors work together in synergy,” Kingsley said.
In response, participants expressed their gratitude to LACC and the UNDP for organizing the training. They committed to applying the knowledge gained in their respective roles to combat corruption more effectively.
Moses Massa, UNDP’s Director of Programs, also addressed the gathering, emphasizing the critical role of partnerships in promoting accountability and good governance. He reaffirmed UNDP’s continued support for Liberia’s anti-corruption efforts, saying, “Our collaborative efforts with national institutions remain pivotal to Liberia’s progress.”
The event attracted a diverse group of attendees, including judicial officers, students, representatives of civil society organizations, and officials from various integrity institutions.
The participants concluded the workshop with a renewed commitment to promoting transparency and accountability across their sectors, promising to contribute meaningfully to the national fight against corruption.
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