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2ND BOMB WING EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

MISSION: Instill and train Barksdale Air Force Base personnel on how dignity, respect and professionalism are integral in the prevention of and response to sexual assaults in the 2nd Bomb Wing and mission partners in order to enable nuclear deterrence and conventional firepower for global strike operations…anytime, anywhere.

VISION: Create and maintain environment where all victims of sexual assault report the incident with the goal of  eliminating the threat of sexual assault and sexual harassment from Barksdale AFB.

CVS/CC PRIORITIES:
1) Availability of SAPR services 24/7/365 for Airmen and their families
2) Execute the mission w/in CC’s intent
3) Conduct quality, mission-focused training
4) Seek ways to improve and strengthen prevention and intervention w/in units


CORE FUNCTIONS

  • Commanders Support Staff: Provide guidance for victim care, reporting requirements and notification of all sexual assault incidents
  • Training: Provide cutting edge delivery of prevention and intervention training across installation
  • Collaboration: Co-Chair Case Management Group to ensure victim is receiving optimal support and information; work closely with Special Victim’s Counsel, SJA, AFOSI, commands, mental health, and civilian counterparts.
  • Database Management: Accurately enter all data into Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database. Monitor and report on retaliation/reprisal status of all unrestricted cases.
  • Victim Advocates Making a Difference: Trained facilitators to provide required annual training


ACHIEVEMENTS

  • April 2018 Color Me Run – 5K event coordinated with civilian partners, Project Celebration and LSUS
  • Sexual Assault Theater Group – provides performances that focus on prevention, risk reduction and intervention in interactive format; featured on KSLA news on 5 April 2018
  • Teal-N-Tails Therapy Dog Program—attend on and off base events and perform monthly walk-abouts through units and dorms, increasing morale and decreasing stress

(Current as of September 2018)

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    Air Force Global Strike Command held the first Integrated Resilience Training Symposium at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Sept. 18-19 2019.
  • All Airmen should be aware of what resources are available for victims and know what role they can play in prevention and response. Sexual assault is extremely traumatizing and can affect an Airman’s well-being and ability to complete the mission. At every base, Airmen have access to a SAPR office staffed by professionals to address the needs of victims. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Josh Mahler)
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    SAPR empowers, supports Airmen

    Sexual assault can be a deeply traumatizing event in anyone’s life. Across the Air Force, Airmen and their families have access to Sexual Assault Prevention and Response or Family Advocacy Program resources to get support and guidance on how to move forward.
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    Not in my Air Force

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    Air Force Global Strike Command hosted the first Biennial Training Equal Opportunity and Alternative Dispute Resolution Conference at the Eubank Conference Center, June 11-15, 2018.
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