Diversity, Inclusion & Wellness Calendar
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Memorial Day
May 30, 2022
Each year in the United States, Americans observe the Federal holiday, Memorial Day, the last Monday in May. It honors and remembers all men and women who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Memorial Day is also a day to remember all loved ones who have passed away.
Traditionally on Memorial Day, the flag of the United States of America is raised briskly to the top of the staff then solemnly lowered to the half-staff position where it remains until noon. At noon, it is then raised to full-staff for the remainder of the day.
When the flag is at half-staff, the position is in remembrance of the more than one million men and women who gave their lives for their country. Raising the flag at noon signifies the nation lives, that the country is resolved not to let their sacrifice be in vain but to rise up in their honor and continue to fight for liberty and justice for all.
In the United States, Memorial Day traditionally marks the beginning of summer.
(Information from nationaldaycalendar.com)
Diversity, Inclusion & Wellness Committee Co-Chairs
Courtney Glancy, Lauren Troffer and Lu Yin
Windows to Wellness
The OPWD Diversity, Inclusion and Wellness (DIW) Committee is dedicated to bringing wellness opportunities to our staff.
Emotional Wellness
Our emotional wellness manifests in our ability to meet the world with optimism, trust and a sturdy sense of self-esteem.
Social Wellness
With more than 50,000 employees combined, the UF and UF Health community is practically a city unto itself! Find support, networking and like-minded people by perusing the resources found here.
Spiritual Wellness
Our spiritual life is an often-overlooked aspect of wellness, but our guiding beliefs, principles and values provide us with deeper meaning and purpose.
Environmental Wellness
Interdependence with our surroundings and the natural world make the environment an important aspect of our overall well-being.
Financial Wellness
Adopting smart fiscal management practices and preparing for short- and long-term expenses can help ensure we are “fiscally fit.”
Occupational Wellness
Our day-to-day work provides personal fulfillment that maximizes our talents. Find resources here to support you in your goals.
Physical Wellness
Proper nutrition, exercise and disease prevention all add up to a healthier you!
Intellectual Wellness
As lifetime learners, our intellect is fed by an openness to new ideas, our capacity to think and to question, and our willingness to master new skills.
Diversity & Inclusion Wellness
Diversity in the workplace is having a good representation of people with a variety of thoughts, skills, world views, and experiences; inclusion is making sure these people are appreciated for what they bring to the table and both foster enhanced employee well-being.
The descriptions, information and resources for pillars 1-8 are from gatorcare.org.