Monique Lachica
BS Education
24 October 2025
Corruption: A Barrier to Real Progress
Corruption is one of those problems that everyone knows exists, yet it continues to thrive almost
everywhere. For me, corruption is not just about politicians taking money-it's about any action
where honesty is traded for personal gain. It can happen in small ways, like cheating in school, or
in big ways, like stealing public funds. Either way, it destroys trust and slows down true
progress.
When government officials prioritize themselves instead of the people, projects that could
improve lives end up unfinished or poorly done. Hospitals lack equipment, roads remain broken,
and education becomes limited. It's frustrating because the money that should've gone to
something meaningful gets lost to greed. The people who suffer most are usually those who
already have the least.
I believe the fight against corruption should start within ourselves. If we learn to value honesty
and fairness in our daily lives, we can slowly change the bigger system. Schools should teach
students about Integrity not only as a subject but as a way of living. Social media can also be
used to raise awareness and hold leaders accountable, instead of just spreading gossip.
Corruption may seem impossible to erase, but I think change starts when ordinary citizens decide
to stop tolerating it. Choosing what's right, even when no one's watching, is already an act
against corruption. When honesty becomes our habit, the dream of a cleaner government and a
better country won't feel so far away.
BS Education
24 October 2025
Corruption: A Barrier to Real Progress
Corruption is one of those problems that everyone knows exists, yet it continues to thrive almost
everywhere. For me, corruption is not just about politicians taking money-it's about any action
where honesty is traded for personal gain. It can happen in small ways, like cheating in school, or
in big ways, like stealing public funds. Either way, it destroys trust and slows down true
progress.
When government officials prioritize themselves instead of the people, projects that could
improve lives end up unfinished or poorly done. Hospitals lack equipment, roads remain broken,
and education becomes limited. It's frustrating because the money that should've gone to
something meaningful gets lost to greed. The people who suffer most are usually those who
already have the least.
I believe the fight against corruption should start within ourselves. If we learn to value honesty
and fairness in our daily lives, we can slowly change the bigger system. Schools should teach
students about Integrity not only as a subject but as a way of living. Social media can also be
used to raise awareness and hold leaders accountable, instead of just spreading gossip.
Corruption may seem impossible to erase, but I think change starts when ordinary citizens decide
to stop tolerating it. Choosing what's right, even when no one's watching, is already an act
against corruption. When honesty becomes our habit, the dream of a cleaner government and a
better country won't feel so far away.
