PDEEAG members reflect on 16 Days of Activism
The Petawawa Diversity and Employment Equity Advisory Group (PDEEAG) would like to take this time to wish all members of the Garrison Petawawa Defence Team a healthy, happy and above all a peaceful holiday. The Committee would like to share with you the 16 days of activism. Please take the time to read, reflect and remember the values of diversity.
The Canadian Armed Forces and Department of National Defence (DND) is committed to creating a workplace that is fair, respectful, inclusive and supportive of diversity and a workforce that is reflective of Canada’s population. The Advisory Group exists under the umbrella of the PDEEAG to ensure that all members of the Garrison understand the values of diversity and see it as a source of creativity and strength that contributes to the operational capability of the Canadian Armed Forces and the Department of National Defence.
The PDEEAG comprises of four Advisory Groups; Defence Aboriginal Advisory Group, Defence Visible Minority Advisory Group, Defence Women’s Advisory Group, and Defence Advisory Group for Persons with Disabilities. The Defence team has also launched a Defence Team Pride Network. The mission of the groups is to provide timely and sound advice to Garrison Petawawa Units with a view to creating a work environment free from equity discrepancies.
The PDEEAG Committee provides advice and insight to the leadership of Garrison Petawawa on issues relevant to the implementation of Employment Equity and advice on the development of policies and procedures relating to Employment Equity and may provide recommendations for solutions to identified workplace issues.
Petawawa Diversity and Employment Equity Advisory Group
December 6
The terrible mass shooting at l’Ecole Polytechnique on December 6th, 1989 left Canadians shocked and heart broken. More than 30 years later we still face the troubling fact that women, girls and LGBTQ2 individuals still face the threat of this kind of violence every day. Take a moment today, The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, to reflect on how far we have come and how far we still have to go.
On December 6
We remember Geneviève Bergeron, Hélène Colgan, Nathalie Croteau, Barbara Daigneault, Anne-Marie Edward, Maud Haviernick, Maryse Laganière, Maryse Leclair, Anne-Marie Lemay, Sonia Pelletier, Michèle Richard, Annie St-Arneault, Annie Turcotte, and Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz.
December 7
During the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence we invite you to learn more about what you can do to end gender-based violence. Together we can make the world a better place.
#1 Listening: be open to learning from the experiences of others
#1 Écoutant : acceptez d’apprendre de l’expérience des autres
December 8
#2 Believing: support survivors and those affected by violence
#2 Croyant : soutenez les personnes survivantes et celles touchées par la violence
December 9
#4 Intervening: find a safe way to help when you see acts of gender-based violence
#4 Intervenant : trouvez un moyen sûr d’aider lorsque vous êtes témoin d’actes de violence fondée sur le sexe
December 11
#5 Acting: give your time to organizations working to end violence.
#5 Agissant : donnez de votre temps aux organismes qui s’efforcent à mettre fin à la violence
December 12
This time of year can be difficult for some members and their families. If you need some support this holiday season (or any other time) the Military Family Services Program is there for you.
We are all in this together. The Family Info Line is 1-800-866-4546 or go to the MFS Website.
December 13
Not sure how to stay healthy and fit during your leave? Why not consult the experts at Health Promotion? You can find out more on the CAF Connection website!
December 14
It has never been easier to stay in touch with the people you care about. Social media, video chat apps and online games have connected us like never before. Technology has the power to keep us together, even if we are staying apart. Why not reach out to a buddy today?
December 15
Keeping active during the holidays can be a challenge. If you and your family are looking for new ways to get fit Defence Fitness is the site for you! It is available to members, their families and veterans.
December 16
Did you know that the Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services has moved many of their services virtually? They have virtual services to meet your physical, mental, social and financial needs, all from the comfort of your own home. See all they have to offer on the CFMWS Website.
December 25
Merry Christmas from Garrison Petawawa
December 31
Have a happy and safe New Year’s Eve.
December 10
“Hanukkah sameach!”
“Happy Hanukkah!” or
“Chag urim sameach”
“Happy Festival of Lights.”
December 26
Wishing you warmth and togetherness this Kwanzaa
