1. EEO Special Emphasis Programs
Meeting Mission success by embracing our diversity

2. Posturing for Success
The ability of our organization to recruit, retain and sustain the most competent and progressive individuals in the coming generations depends on how effectively our force can reflect the changes in our country:
Embracing our Diversity
Women in combat
Inclusion of Diverse Denominations in the Chaplain’s Program
Repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell

3. Special Emphasis Program Mission
Special Emphasis Programs are implemented and observed to ensure that ALL persons are provided an equal opportunity in employment and program delivery activities. These programs improve the workplace environment by promoting and fostering diversity in the workplace through awareness and education. Helping NCNG employees and others to appreciate, value, understand, and celebrate social and cultural similarities and differences.
The Equal Opportunity Program demonstrates how the Military can provide a path to success, regardless of race, gender or socioeconomic status.

4. Special Emphasis Program Objectives
Month
Observance
Date
POCs
Event
August:
Women's Equality Day
26-Aug-16
Speaker Pam Saulsby
September:
Hispanic Heritage Month
Naturalization Ceremony 145 AW
October:
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Speaker Kyle Snyder, RET NCANG
November:
National American Indian Awareness Month
UNC Chapel Hill: Lumbee Story Telling
December:
"Origins Of The Guard"
Happy Holidays vs Merry Christmas, Demonstrate the Diversity of Our Organization
January:
MLK's Birthday
Food drive for NCNG relief fund or another veteran non-profit
February:
Black History Month
Film: The Birth of a Nation
March:
Women's History Month
Speaker Gayle Tzemach Lemmon author of "Ashley's War"
April:
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
SFC Kristian Hall
May:
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
SFC Autry, Ju., National Association of Asian American Professionals: Research Triangle Park
Troop Dancing, Yoga/Meditation Exercise (Kadampa Raleigh), Chef's Academy Food Samples
June:
LGBT
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5. “Origins Of Our Guard" Looking Back and Moving Forward
This event would take place during the holiday season and center around bringing together our fulltime staff for food, sharing of our unique cultural backgrounds and fellowship
Soldiers and/or Airmen will be selected by section to provide food samples in addition to a catered holiday meal
Entertainment will include selected performances from cultural groups in the community and the “History of the Guard” Vignette