The badge is required to be worn by any personnel performing official duties and assigned to an IG office after completing required training and taking an official oath.
According to the Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended, the Inspector General's mission is to: Conduct independent and objective audits and investigations relating to DHS programs and operations.
Promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in DHS programs and operations.
Prevent and detect waste, fraud and abuse.
Emblazoned on the Wreath is the IG motto "Droit Et Avant" which is French for "First be Correct -Then Take Action" or more commonly "Be Right - Then Forward."