Download or read book Improving the Representation of Women and Racial Ethnic Minorities Among U S Coast Guard Active Duty Members written by Nelson Lim and published by . This book was released on 2021-09-30 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Researchers sought to identify the root causes of underrepresentation for women and members of racial/ethnic minority groups in the U.S. Coast Guard, as well as facilitators of and barriers to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Download or read book Improving the Representation of Women and Racial ethnic Minorities Among U S Coast Guard Active duty Members written by Nelson Lim and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The U.S. Coast Guard seeks to attract, recruit, and retain a workforce that represents all segments of U.S. society. However, in the current active-duty Coast Guard, representation of women and of members of racial and ethnic minority groups declines as rank increases, ultimately resulting in a less diverse senior leadership. These demographics are largely the cumulative effect of the service's personnel system in which the pool of potential senior leaders narrows at each stage of the career life cycle, along with the number of candidates from underrepresented groups. To identify the root causes of the underrepresentation of women and of members of racial and ethnic minority groups in the Coast Guard, researchers used a mixed-method approach involving literature reviews, analysis of personnel data, interviews with subject-matter experts, focus groups, and a survey of active-duty personnel. The team examined the factors that shape representation at each phase of the military career life cycle-recruiting, career development, promotion and advancement, and retention-and identified facilitators of and barriers to improving diversity in the Coast Guard. The report includes recommendations to help the Coast Guard achieve its ultimate goal of a workforce that looks like the nation it serves.
Download or read book Improving Gender Diversity in the U S Coast Guard written by Kimberly Curry Hall and published by . This book was released on 2019-04-19 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This report documents the results of a study designed to help identify the root causes of female attrition in the active-duty Coast Guard and develop recommendations to help mitigate identified barriers to Coast Guard female retention.
Download or read book Women in the Coast Guard Study written by United States. Coast Guard and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Study of a Secret Society written by Stephanie I. M. Steinmetz and published by Universal-Publishers. This book was released on 2011-05-01 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This project began as an investigation into the high rate of suicide among members of the Coast Guard in comparison to other branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. The course of research revealed Coast Guard officials' chronic reluctance to disclose information about suicide. Therefore, the new focus of research became a comparative investigation of the Coast Guard's resistance to discussing suicide within the organization. The study was conducted through interviews with a sample of Coast Guard and other military members as well as through discussion boards on the Internet. Questions centered on military life experience, stress, depression and suicide. The data suggest that members of the Coast Guard 1) initially appeared excited to participate in the study, however, when asked to discuss or disclose suicide-related information about the Coast Guard, they displayed marked signs of reluctance about their participation; 2) Coast Guard members emphasized the idea of the Coast Guard being a family; 3) Coast Guard members presented as the most conversational when compared with the other military branches; 4) the Coast Guard has a humanitarian mission as opposed to the other four combat-oriented services; 5) Coast Guard's image and perception among members of the Armed Forces is unique and somewhat set apart from the other, larger and more combat-oriented services; 6) the Coast Guard is perceived to be the toughest service to get promoted in, and it is seen as the most competitive when compared to all other military branches; 7) there is a differential suicide rate between the Coast Guard and the other military branches during both war and peace times. The findings are analyzed using Toennies' concept of Gemeinschaft versus Gesellschaft, Horney's theory of neurosis, Argyris' theory of organizational defensive routines, as well as Menninger's theory of suicide."
Download or read book Managing Diversity in the Military written by Daniel P. McDonald and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-07-23 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edited book examines the management of diversity and inclusion in the military. Owing to the rise of asymmetric warfare, a shift in demographics and labor shortfalls, the US Department of Defense (DoD) has prioritized diversity and inclusion in its workforce management philosophy. In pursuing this objective, it must ensure the attractiveness of a military career by providing an inclusive environment for all personnel (active and reserve military, civilian, and contractors) to reach their potential and maximize their contributions to the organization. Research and practice alike provide substantial evidence of the benefits associated with diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Diversity and inclusion programs are more strategic in focus than equal opportunity programs and strive to capitalize on the strengths of the workforce, while minimizing the weaknesses that inhibit optimal organizational performance. This new book provides vital clarification on these distinct concepts, in addition to offering concrete best practices for the successful management of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Written by scholars and practitioners, each chapter addresses major areas, raises crucial issues, and comments on future trends concerning diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The book will be of great interest to students of military studies, war and conflict studies, business management/HRM, psychology and politics in general, as well as to military professionals and leaders.
Download or read book Female Officers in the Department of Defense and Coast Guard written by Patricia Vaughn and published by Nova Science Publishers. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the end of the Second World War, the role of women in the military has been evolving. Changes to laws and Department of Defense (DOD) policies have either eliminated or clarified restrictions on women serving in the military. A 2011 Military Leadership Diversity Commission reported that women comprise more than 50 percent of the recruiting pool for the officer corps. Public Law 113-291 included a provision for United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) to review the Armed Forces outreach and recruitment efforts directed at womens representation in the officer corps, among other things. This book evaluates the extent to which accessions of women into the officer corps have increased, and DOD and the Coast Guard have determined resources and funding to increase the accessions of women into the officer corps; and DOD and the Coast Guard have initiatives and an oversight framework to increase the recruitment and accessions of female officers.
Download or read book Bulletin U S Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association written by United States Coast Guard Academy. Alumni Association and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book U S Coast Guard Model Maritime Auxiliary Guide written by United States. Department of Homeland Security and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2013-02-08 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide describes how the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is structured and operates, providing a model to the international community for possible use by countries operating or wishing to develop a volunteer-based maritime service. The Model Maritime Auxiliary Guide is based upon the organization, authority and mission expectations of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary has written these International Guidelines for the benefit of individuals and groups that have a sincere desire to establish a Coast Guard Auxiliary or similar government affiliated volunteer Search and Rescue (SAR) Organization in their country. The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary is the uniformed volunteer component of the United States Coast Guard, as well as the lead volunteer force in the Department of Homeland Security. Founded in 1939 by an Act of Congress, the 38,000 volunteer members (men and women) donate thousands of hours in support of Coast Guard missions such as Search and Rescue (SAR), Public Education, Marine Environmental Protection, Maritime Domain Awareness and commercial and recreational vessel safety checks. These volunteers come from all walks of life, i.e. recreational boaters, fishermen, emergency medical technicians, firefighters, accountants, doctors, lawyers, tradesmen, business people, active duty and retired Coast Guard and other military branches, etc., ranging from 17 to 80+ years of age. These International Guidelines are designed to share knowledge, international experience and expertise with fellow volunteers who are dedicated to assisting their Coast Guard, Navy, Defense Forces or similar government authorities involved in Recreational Boating Safety, Public Education, Marine Environmental Protection, Maritime Awareness, and Disaster Response. Good communication and cooperation with government authorities and other agencies are essential, in order to succeed. We realize that different countries have different cultures, traditions, environments, rules and regulations and we cannot write a template to fit all countries. However, we hope that these Guidelines cover the basics needed to assist you in establishing or broadening the scope of an existing Coast Guard Auxiliary or similar Volunteer Search and Rescue Organization.
Download or read book Beyond Experience Educating Coast Guard Officers for the Demands of Professional Excellence written by Virginia J. Kammer and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2012-08-26 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This monograph examines the current state of Coast Guard Professional Military Education (PME) to identify areas for improvement to ensure Coast Guard officers have the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to operate in an increasingly complex and dynamic post-9-11 environment. First, the monograph explores the history and culture of the service, including internal and external factors, to show their influence on the service's preference for the experiential model of learning and education. Then the monograph examines current policies, requirements, and institutional issues, including service, joint, and departmental competencies. This section also includes a holistic review and summary of several recent Coast Guard studies on core competency gaps in junior and mid-grade officers. The first section of the monograph concludes with defining the “desired state” of Coast Guard officer competencies in context with current strategic policy and vision on professional development. The monograph then analyzes information presented in the first section using Systems and Obstruction Analysis techniques described in Jamshid Gharajedaghi's book Systems Thinking. Systems Analysis is used to indicate the structural, functional, and procedural issues in the Coast Guard's training and education system that may be preventing change towards the “desired state.” Obstruction Analysis is used to identify the social and behavioral impediments within and external to the Coast Guard that may be hindering change. The analyses show the complexity and inter-relatedness of the issues that continue to allow competency gaps at the mid-grade levels and to prevent improvements to the officer PME system. Five solution areas are discerned from the dual analyses: knowledge, advocacy, plans and policy, resources, and culture. The monograph concludes with proposed solutions in all five areas. The monograph recommends multiple systemic changes which, if implemented simultaneously, would close existing core competency gaps in the officer corps and improve service, joint, and interagency professional competence at all levels. The proposed changes would also gradually move the Coast Guard away from an experiential-based PME system which is not meeting the professional development needs of the officer corps towards an objective-based system which would.
Download or read book Assessing Reproductive Health Among Active Duty Service Women in the U S Coast Guard written by and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The RAND-developed Women's Reproductive Health Survey (WRHS) was conducted to better understand active-duty service women's experiences with reproductive health. This infographic presents results for the U.S. Coast Guard.
Download or read book The Need for a Military Draft Prepare to See the World a Guide to the Selective Service System written by Boz Hod and published by AOM PUBLISING UNIT. This book was released on 2004-03 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The need for a Military Draft, Prepare to see the world A guide to the selective service system is a book that both enflames and excites the community about the mentioning of reinstatement draft. Hod is working on his Jurist Doctorate of Law and brings fourteen years of research to the table. Hod seemingly gives the community an idea of his politics on the draft with a letter to the President that is at the beginning of the piece. Hod then takes the community on the swift sequence of events that will take place when the draft is reinstated. In clear and understandable language, Hod points out the information that should be known by all residents of the world. The need for a military draft, Prepare to see the world. A guide to the selective service system covers a diverse field of information . (1) the selective service lottery; (2) classification; (3) conscientious objection and alternate service; (4) how the draft has changed since Vietnam; (5) only sons and the draft; (6) men cannot register after 26 years of age; (7) who must register; (8) when to register; (9) quick facts and figures; (10) women and the draft; (11) Universal Service Act of 2003 (Introduced in the Senate; (12) H.R. 163;; (13) Characteristics of Active Component Non-Prior Service Applicants. The need for a Military Draft is a useful resource for those of draft age and their family members.
Download or read book The Noncommissioned Officer and Petty Officer written by Department of Defense and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-10 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Noncommissioned Officer and Petty Officer BACKBONE of the Armed Forces. Introduction The Backbone of the Armed Forces To be a member of the United States Armed Forces--to wear the uniform of the Nation and the stripes, chevrons, or anchors of the military Services--is to continue a legacy of service, honor, and patriotism that transcends generations. Answering the call to serve is to join the long line of selfless patriots who make up the Profession of Arms. This profession does not belong solely to the United States. It stretches across borders and time to encompass a culture of service, expertise, and, in most cases, patriotism. Today, the Nation's young men and women voluntarily take an oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States and fall into formation with other proud and determined individuals who have answered the call to defend freedom. This splendid legacy, forged in crisis and enriched during times of peace, is deeply rooted in a time-tested warrior ethos. It is inspired by the notion of contributing to something larger, deeper, and more profound than one's own self. Notice: This is a printed Paperback version of the "The Noncommissioned Officer and Petty Officer BACKBONE of the Armed Forces". Full version, All Chapters included. This publication is available (Electronic version) in the official website of the National Defense University (NDU). This document is properly formatted and printed as a perfect sized copy 6x9".
Download or read book Strengthening the Military Family Readiness System for a Changing American Society written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2019-10-25 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The U.S. military has been continuously engaged in foreign conflicts for over two decades. The strains that these deployments, the associated increases in operational tempo, and the general challenges of military life affect not only service members but also the people who depend on them and who support them as they support the nation â€" their families. Family members provide support to service members while they serve or when they have difficulties; family problems can interfere with the ability of service members to deploy or remain in theater; and family members are central influences on whether members continue to serve. In addition, rising family diversity and complexity will likely increase the difficulty of creating military policies, programs and practices that adequately support families in the performance of military duties. Strengthening the Military Family Readiness System for a Changing American Society examines the challenges and opportunities facing military families and what is known about effective strategies for supporting and protecting military children and families, as well as lessons to be learned from these experiences. This report offers recommendations regarding what is needed to strengthen the support system for military families.
Download or read book Challenge and Change in the Military written by Frank Conrad Pinch and published by Canadian Forces Leadership Institute,Canadian Defence Academy. This book was released on 2004 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Recommendations to Improve Racial and Ethnic Diversity and Inclusion in the U S Military written by United States. Department of Defense. Board on Diversity and Inclusion and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Board’s recommendations fall into the following six focus areas: 1, Recruitment and Accessions: Strengthen both community engagement and the narrative about military service opportunities during recruiting to attract more diverse candidates. 2. Retention: Retain minorities beyond initial commitment and into leadership ranks. 3. Barriers: Address barriers confronted by minority members in the workplace. 4. Career Development: Improve advancement opportunities (e.g., promotion boards, command selection, professional military education, assignments). 5. Organizational Climate: Address command and organizational climate issues that may negatively impact retention of minority members. 6. Culture, Worldview, and Identity: Promote inclusion of minority groups in military culture and strengthen aspects of individual and cultural identity.
Download or read book Coast Guard External Affairs Manual COMDTINST M5700 13 written by United States Coast Guard and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2020-03-07 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1. PURPOSE. This Manual establishes policies and standards for the administration of the Coast Guard External Affairs Program for both Coast Guard Headquarters and the field. 2. ACTION. All Coast Guard commanders, commanding officers, officers-in-charge, deputy/assistant commandants, and chiefs of headquarters staff elements shall comply with the provisions of this Manual. Internet release is authorized. 3. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. The Coast Guard Public Affairs Manual, COMDTINST M5728.2 (series), Coast Guard Partnership with First Book, COMDTINST 5350.5 (series), Retired Flag Officer Biographical Material/Requirements, COMDTINST 5700.3 (series), and The Coast Guard Engagement Framework, COMDTINST 5730.2 (series) are canceled. All Commandant directives referencing the Public Affairs Manual and The Coast Guard Engagement Framework are now directed to this Manual and Reference (a).
