Leadership within the police service carries a profound responsibility. Beyond enforcing the law, it requires guiding others with integrity, wisdom, and compassion. Leadership can be defined in many ways, but one thing remains constant: true leadership is reflected not only in authority but also in the ability to mentor, inspire, and develop others to become better public servants. Recognizing the importance of cultivating leaders who lead with purpose and accountability, the Philippine National Police (PNP) continues to strengthen its principled leadership development initiatives through structured mentoring and coaching programs.
With this guiding principle, the PNP officially launched Mentoring 3.0: “Coaching and Mentoring from the Heart of a True Leader” on March 6, 2026, at the PNP Forensic Group, 4th Floor, Maringal Hall, Camp BGen Rafael T Crame in Quezon City.
The program was conducted under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., PNP Chief, who was represented during the event by Police Lieutenant General Bernard M. Banac, Deputy Chief PNP for Administration, who served as the Guest of Honor and Speaker.
Mentoring 3.0 serves as a vital preventive strategy under the PNP’s Internal Disciplinary Mechanism, aimed at reinforcing professional guidance, ethical leadership, and accountability among police personnel. Through this initiative, PNP seeks to strengthen mentoring within the organization, shaping officers into leaders who not only enforce the law but also embody integrity and guide their subordinates toward service excellence.
The activity also forms part of the PNP Focused Agenda under the Integrity Monitoring Pillar, which emphasizes the importance of discipline, ethical conduct, and responsible leadership in maintaining the institution’s honor and credibility.
Among those present during the event were Police Major General Roderick Augustus B. Alba, Director for Police Community Relations, and Police Brigadier General Jessie B. Tamayao, then Executive Officer of the Directorate for Police Community Relations. Also in attendance were members of the Committee on Preventive Approach under the Internal Disciplinary Mechanism (COPRA), along with other PNP officials and personnel.
Representatives from various PNP units also participated in the activity, including personnel from the PNP Command Group, Directorial Staff, Personal Staff, Intelligence Group, Internal Affairs Service, and National Support Units. In addition to those physically present, the program was also joined virtually by numerous personnel from Police Regional Offices nationwide. Participants included Chiefs of Regional Community Affairs Development Divisions, members of the Sub-Committees on Preventive Approach, and Regional Public Information Officers, all contributing to the nationwide implementation of the mentoring initiative.
Through the Mentoring 3.0 Program, PNP aims to foster a culture where leaders guide their subordinates not only through directives but also through meaningful mentorship. These leaders guide not only by authority but also by example, reflecting the organization’s commitment to developing leaders who serve with competence, compassion, and accountability.
