The purpose of the summit was to debate alternatives and determine motion objects to advertise DEI initiatives and set up a renewed deal with knowledge and evidence-based decision-making.
“With a view to preserve our strategic edge, the Navy and Marine Corps workforce should operationalize progressive and cohesive initiatives, rooted in DEI’s objectives,” stated Secretary Del Toro. “We, as a Division, should be deliberate and proceed to create a tradition of inclusivity, the place each individual, no matter their background, feels welcome and valued with a chance to succeed. If not, we’ll fail to notice the potential of our individuals.”
All through the day, the DON DEI Program Workplace facilitated discussions about DEI initiatives and progress inside the Division. Presenters targeted on how DEI influences cohesion inside the Division and the position leaders play in these efforts. Attendees additionally mentioned how innovation is enhanced by variety, emphasizing variety’s connection to a mission prepared pressure. Moreover, leaders mentioned how variety enhances innovation and creativity is highest throughout collaboration. Frans Johansson, American entrepreneur and creator was the keynote speaker.
Through the summit, SECNAV challenged all leaders, at each degree, to evaluate the place the DON, the Navy, and the Marine Corps are in reaching a extra welcoming and inclusive setting, in addition to figuring out areas the place we are able to proceed to enhance.
“This was a precious alternative for our Division of the Navy senior leaders to have an information pushed dialogue of DEI issues from a readiness and innovation perspective,” stated Franklin Parker, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Manpower and Reserve Affairs.
Off-site attendees included the Assistant Secretaries of the Navy, Commandant of the Marine Corps, the Grasp Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, and the Sergeant Main of the Marine Corps.
