The following is a message from the Guyana Public Service Union on the occasion of United National Public Service Day 2024
“THE Guyana Public Service Union salutes all workers in the Public Service of Guyana in recognition of United Nations Public Service Day June 23, 2024.
“As you continue to deliver quality service to the citizenry and escalate the development process of Guyana, be mindful of your value, role and the impact of the services provided to the communities that benefit [from] and depend on these provisions for their survival.
“As public servants providing health care, building infrastructure, ensuring safety, delivering education, air-navigation services, revenue collection, environmental health and protection services, you are the foundation upon which growth and development take place. The power of progress is in the hands of the public sector workers to shape the innovative advancements that propels progress in societies.

“However, today, as governments all over the world reprioritise their agendas to handle global shifts and problems emanating from wars, climate disasters, widening gaps in inequalities, poverty and technology, Public Service workers find themselves holding the shorter end of the sticks.
“Development and progress must be inclusive of the workers that manage and implement the system in delivering quality public services for a better future.
‘UN Secretary General: “Let’s work shoulder to shoulder with these champions of service to build a healthier, more prosperous and equal world for all people.’

“The Guyana Public Service Union salutes all Public Service workers on this special day, bringing recognition to your stewardships in fulfilling your obligations with commitment and dedication to building progressive societies for all. Continue to strive for excellence despite the many inequitable situations faced daily. You are the real heroes of the world.

“Happy United Nations Public Service Day 2024.”