In a determined effort to elevate ethical standards and professionalism within Liberia’s public sector, the Civil Service Agency (CSA) on October 7, 2025 launched a four-day Civil Service Awareness and Education Forum in Tubmanburg, Bomi County.
The forum brings together civil and public servants from across Bomi County for interactive sessions focused on Standing Orders, Human Resource Policies, and Operational Guidelines that shape public service delivery. These sessions are designed to encourage open dialogue, build institutional capacity, and reinforce the values of transparency, accountability, and service excellence.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Deputy Director-General for Administration and Finance, Hon. Dahnu Mianyen, representing the Director-General, Hon. Josiah F. Joekai, Jr.; highlighted the strategic importance of the forum. “This Civil Education and Awareness initiative is a key component of the CSA’s reform efforts under the ARREST Agenda, particularly the pillars of Accountability, Reform, and Service Delivery,” he stated.
Hon. Mianyen reaffirmed CSA’s commitment to empowering civil servants at all levels, from central offices to remote districts, with the tools and knowledge necessary to uphold integrity and deliver quality service. “We are not only teaching what must be done, but why it must be done right,” he emphasized.
In a stirring conclusion, he reminded attendees of the noble calling of public service: “Let this forum serve as a powerful reminder that civil service is not merely a job; it is a sacred duty to the Republic.”
The forum, spearheaded by CSA’s Regional Services Division, directed by Mr. Steve Kettor, will run throughout the week and will be replicated at each of the Agency’s regional offices, Buchanan (Grand Bassa), Zwedru (Grand Gedeh), and Gbarnga (Bong). These sessions will offer a dynamic platform for civil servants within Ministries, Agencies, and Commissions (MACs) to engage in meaningful discussions, share experiences, and renew their commitment to ethical governance. As part of its broader reform agenda, the CSA remains steadfast in its mission to build a professional, transparent, and citizen-focused public workforce across Liberia.