WHAT IS [-]?
A hyphen simply refers to a short line [-] used to connect parts of a compound word or parts of a divided word.
This [-] does the same basic function. It CONNECTS you to government; takes your views into account in drafting or amending policy; makes the otherwise “unknown” you part of the policy process.
A hyphen may appear to be just another punctuation mark. But that short line called a hyphen is quite a significant one. It provides sense to an otherwise unintelligible set of syllables or meaning to an otherwise fragmented word.
This [-] too, does pretty much the same job. A policy is simply ineffective if it does not reflect public sentiment, does not respond to public opinion; or does not aim at public good.
This [-] helps you express your thoughts, provide your reaction, and put forward your expectations. This [-] though modest as it may look, helps you to directly influence policy; make yourself heard; and be part of the national decision making. And that counts… as upright individuals, responsible citizens, and well meaning friends.
So use the [-]. Get linked to the policy process. Help us do it better.
ABOUT THIS SITE
[-] is published by the Ministry of Legal Reform, Information and Arts, Maldives. It provides an avenue for you to express your thoughts, provide your reaction, and put forward your expectations in relation to any matter that falls within the remit of the Ministry.
You can help create or change existing policies on building a free and vibrant media landscape in the Maldives; provision of cable television services; opening up the media environment for private broadcasters; getting the regulatory framework in place for the media; extent of Government control on state media outlets; enhancing an accountable and responsible media; promoting local music and local films and dramas; religious controversies in the Maldives surrounding artwork, performing arts, dancing, acting, reviving the country’s culture; balance between media freedom and defamation; penalizing or protecting journalists; the process of reform; and many more issues in the exciting labyrinth of Maldives media and arts. Have a look at what the Ministry is responsible for.
[-] is the first ever blog to be launched by a Government Ministry in the Maldives. It aims at sensing the public pulse on policies and decisions that affect the Maldives society. The blog is open for all: Maldivian nationals; overseas friends; development partners; well meaning institutions; interest groups; political parties; civil society; lobbyist organizations; and all others too who have an idea to share; a point to make; a reason to show; or a path to enlighten.
Ministry of Legal Reform, Information and Arts would welcome the participation of all. While it may not be possible to reply instantly to every message, the Ministry will continue to keep the discussion open; and the conversation afloat.
Here, on this blog, and in the form of various heads, we have taken the first step to reach out. Will you take the next, and keep the dialogue going? Will you help shape government policy with people’s voices?
Thank you. Your reaction means much to us.
MINISTRY OF LEGAL REFORM, INFORMATION AND ARTS
MALE', REPUBLIC OF MALDIVES
Tel: (960) 3334-333
Fax: (960) 3334-334
email: editor@hyphen.gov.mv
On the web: www.maldivesinfo.gov.mv
