DPM staff take lead with Independence Colours

The Department of Personnel Management (DPM) is taking the lead in uniting the public service to proudly celebrate Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Golden Jubilee on September 16, 2025. In line with the Chief Secretary to Government’s Circular Instruction No. 19/2025, DPM is encouraging all staff across the public service to wear attire in the national colors of black, red, yellow, and white as a symbol of unity, oneness, and national pride.

For DPM, which plays a central role in shaping the nation’s public service, this occasion is not just about commemorating 50 years of independence—it is about reinforcing the values of solidarity and loyalty that bind the workforce together. Wearing Independence attire represents a collective identity that transcends regional, cultural, and ethnic differences, reminding all public servants that they serve under one flag and one nation.

Secretary of DPM has emphasized that the public service, as the machinery of government, must set an example by demonstrating visible patriotism during this milestone celebration. Staff wearing the Independence colors will reflect the spirit of service, commitment, and pride in being part of Papua New Guinea’s growth story since 1975.

As the department responsible for human resource management and development in the public sector, DPM sees this Golden Jubilee as an opportunity to strengthen unity across the workforce and inspire pride in serving the country. The act of wearing the national colors is a simple yet powerful gesture that communicates a shared vision for the future while honoring the struggles and achievements of the past 50 years.

By leading this initiative, DPM is reaffirming its commitment to building a united, professional, and proud public service—one that continues to uphold the values of independence and strives to deliver for the people of Papua New Guinea in the decades ahead.