Office of Diversity and Inclusion (CG-12B)

Recognizing Diversity as a Mission Readiness Issue

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Mission

The role of the Coast Guard is critical to national security. Its mission is to protect the public, the environment, and America’s economic interests in the nation’s ports and waterways. The Coast Guard values diversity, teamwork, and responsiveness. our mission in valuing diversity is to build a positive and respectful work environment for all personnel, regardless of their similarities or differences, to enhance our mission capabilities.

Vision

The Coast Guard will be recognized as the “service of Choice” in the federal government for recruiting, retaining and sustaining a ready, diverse and highly-skilled total workforce. We will foster an environment in which every individual has the opportunity to prosper and contribute to Coast Guard missions.

Values

The Coast Guard Core Values embody the very nature of selfless service achieved through the contributions of each individual.

 

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Diversity and Inclusion Doctrine

	Coast Guard Diversity & Inclusion Strategic Plan - 2015-2018
	ALCOAST 316/15: The 2015-2018 Coast Guard Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan

• Diversity and Inclusion Policy Statement
• Commandant's Leadership, Excellence and Diversity Advisory Councils - COMDTINST 5350.9
• DHS Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan
• Establishing a Coordinated Government-Wide Initiative to Promote Diversity and Inclusion in the Federal Workforce - Executive Order 13583

2016 Diversity and Inclusion Observances Across the United States (source: Anti-Defamation League)

Diversity and Inclusion Champions

• Diversity Champions of 2015
• Diversity Champions of 2014
• Diversity Champions of 2013

Contact the Office of Diversity and Inclusion

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Commandant (CG-12B)
U.S. Coast Guard
2703 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE Stop 7907
Washington, D.C. 20593-7907

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