The National Respect Initiative will be officially launched tomorrow evening at a special ceremony, with President Dr Mohamed Muizzu expected to lead the initiative.

The five-year initiative aims to promote a culture of respect throughout the Maldives, with activities involving communities across all inhabited islands.

The initiative has received Cabinet approval, with its implementation plan, timeline and budget already prepared. President Dr Muizzu previously said the project would be a nationwide effort requiring the participation and support of all citizens.

The initiative is being coordinated by a steering committee comprising nine government institutions, including eight ministries and Public Service Media (PSM).

Culture Minister Heena Waleed said the Government was working to introduce the project's key elements to the public over the coming year. She added that workshops, specialised modules and programmes had been developed with input from experts.

The initiative will involve government institutions, schools, parents, teachers, independent institutions and associations.

The initiative carries the slogan 'The Joy of Respect – The Benefit of Society'. The Cabinet has also decided to designate an annual National Respect Day, which will coincide with the project's launch.