The National Capital District Commission (NCDC), in collaboration with the Bomana Correctional Service (CS), undertook a community clean-up initiative in Port Moresby last week.

Thomas Marinae, the detainee rehabilitation and reform officer for sports, youth, and civic engagement, stated that the purpose of the initiative is to foster environmental responsibility and facilitate detainee rehabilitation.

“Programs of this nature not only help maintain the cleanliness and safety of Port Moresby but also enable detainees to make a positive contribution and reintegrate with society,” he commented.

Mr. Marinae expressed gratitude to the Papua New Guinea Correctional Service (CS) and Bomana Correctional Service for their continued partnership.

The clean-up effort included 30 detainees from the minimum-security unit, eight correctional service officers, as well as NCDC staff members from the sports, youth, and civic engagement, along with waste management divisions.

The clean-up commenced at Croton Street, Waigani, and concluded at City Hall.

The waste management division provided garbage bags, personal protective equipment, and rubbish removal services.

This clean-up follows a recent food donation from NCDC's sports, youth, and civic engagement division to Bomana Correctional Service.