Indonesia’s Police Force Undergoes Integrity Training with KPK
Jakarta, Indonesia – Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is bolstering anti-corruption efforts within the Indonesian National Police through a new integrity training program. The initiative, launched on February 24, 2026, aims to strengthen accountability and ethical conduct among police personnel, particularly those involved in internal oversight and corruption investigations.
Strengthening Internal Oversight
The training program is being conducted by the KPK’s Anti Corruption Learning Center (ACLC) and focuses on personnel from the Police Inspectorate for General Supervision (Itwasum) and the Police’s Corruption Eradication Corps (Kortastipidkor). These units are central to monitoring internal compliance and investigating corruption within the police force. The program will run throughout 2026 in four phases, training approximately 40 participants per batch, with a goal of reaching 160 police personnel in total.
A Shift in Approach: From Detection to Prevention
KPK Chairman Setyo Budiyanto emphasized that anti-corruption education is a continuous process requiring sustained commitment, and leadership. “Anti corruption education is not something that can be completed instantly. It requires consistency, leadership by example, and the courage to uphold integrity,” Budiyanto stated. The training emphasizes a proactive approach, shifting the focus from merely detecting corruption to actively preventing it.
This preventative approach encourages internal auditors to identify potential risks of misconduct during the planning and implementation phases of programs and policies, recognizing that these stages are often vulnerable to corruption.
Integrity as a Foundation for Public Trust
Inspector General of Supervision at the Indonesian National Police, Commissioner General Wahyu Widada, underscored the importance of integrity in maintaining public trust. “The reputation of the Indonesian National Police is built through the hard perform of thousands of dedicated personnel. Still, a single violation can bring it down instantly. Integrity for us is not only about not accepting bribes, but about complete consistency, the alignment between what is believed, what is decided, and what is ultimately done,” Widada said.
Widada also highlighted the collaborative effort between the police and the KPK as a direct response to public expectations for greater transparency and accountability within law enforcement.
Long-Term Commitment to Anti-Corruption
The KPK’s initiative reflects a broader commitment to combating corruption within Indonesia’s institutions. Established in 2003, the KPK has been instrumental in investigating and prosecuting corruption cases reaching high levels of government. The agency, with an annual budget of Rp 878.04 Billion (2026) [2], continues to play a vital role in strengthening governance and promoting ethical conduct across the country.