Minister for Education Lucas Dekena, MP, alongside Secretary of the National Department of Education Dr. Uke Kombra, officially launched the Corporate Plan 2025 - 2027 with its Self-Reliance Policy and Implementation Guide. Alongside the plan’s launch, the NDoE also unveiled its new logo and the 50th Anniversary logo today, Friday 15th August 2025, at the Vulupindi Haus in Port Moresby city. Dr. Kombra opened the ceremony, noting that the corporate plan and guideline were essential departmental requirements under the government system that align the Education Development Plan (EDP) to support Papua New Guinea’s Vision 2050. “The plan is there to support us in our functions and responsibilities, and I believe we will all be equally committed to its implementation over the next three years,” Dr. Kombra said after thanking all the staff for their tireless efforts in preparing the plan. “I want to thank each and every one of you for the leadership you have provided to develop this plan.” Before launching the plan, Minister Dekena emphasized that the corporate plan was a detailed, step-by-step framework translating the National Education Plan 2020–2029 into concrete actions. “It outlines the specific steps our staff will take to address challenges, train employees, and promote diversity, social and gender inclusion, and equality across all areas. Over the next three years, we must work together to build and structure strong foundations that ensure quality education, improved performance, and clear accountability,” the Minister stated. He further challenged every officer, from the lowest-ranked staff member to senior executives, to be proactive agents of change. “The hardest part is the actual implementation. If you are unsure of what you are doing, escalate it. Do not sit on things you don’t understand and hope they will resolve themselves cause they won’t. Share information, share ideas, and that is how we will move this country forward. Education is the foundation, and through it, we will advance our nation,” Minister Dekena urged. The ceremony concluded with a renewed call for commitment from all staff, as the country approaches its 50th year of Independence, to fully implement the Corporate Plan 2025–2027, ensuring it delivers on government priorities and strengthens the education system for the future.