National Commodore’s message on Sexual Harassment Prevention and Diversity

As members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, we must be always vigilant to not allow discrimination of any sort – whether malicious or unintentional – to undermine our values.

Neither sexual harassment nor discrimination will be tolerated.

Sexual harassment is one of the most severe forms of disrespect, displays poor leadership and has no place in our organization. It degrades productivity and effectiveness, as well as unit cohesion and readiness. All members of Coast Guard Forces must take prompt and decisive action to prevent and eliminate sexual harassment within our service. Similarly, diversity plays a large part in our continuing missions. It is through the appreciation of each other’s strengths that we will meet the challenges we face in the post 9/11 world.

Organizations that do not recognize, appreciate and celebrate the variety of their membership will not survive. We must not allow prejudice and tunnel vision to derail the progress and prestige of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. Therefore, I challenge each member to investigate ways that we can become stronger through diversity. Identify stumbling blocks to members meeting their ultimate potential and eliminate them. Above all, examine your own actions to be sure that you are truly embracing the concepts of diversity. Do your part to be sure that acceptance, dignity and respect are driving forces of our organization.

It is up to each of us to do our part to create an atmosphere of openness, trust and comfort that allows each of our members to contribute their interest, skills, capabilities and dedication to serve in any roll that contributes to our goals and is consistent with our values of Honor, Respect and Devotion to Duty.

Steven M. Budar
National Commodore

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