Story Number: NNS070802-07
Release Date: 8/2/2007 12:28:00 PM
From Naval Personnel Development Command Public Affairs
NORFOLK (NNS) -- A new General Military Training (GMT) topic titled, “Diversity is Our Strength” was launched July 18 by the Center for Personal and Professional Development.
Commands will begin receiving compact discs around Aug. 17, and the training is currently accessible on Navy Knowledge On-line (NKO)."Diversity is Our Strength" introduces Sailors to diversity in the Navy, highlighting what diversity is and why it is important.
“Diversity is a strategic imperative and a readiness issue for our Navy,” said Director, Chief of Naval Personnel Diversity Directorate Capt. Ken Barrett. “The strength of our country, and our Navy, comes from embracing the individual uniqueness of our people. Each and every Sailor needs to understand the importance of recruiting and retaining a diverse Navy force.”
More at http://www.news.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=30948
