MEO, EEO unite

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  • By Master Sgt. Gordon Storey
  • 7th Bomb Wing Equal Opportunity Office
DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --  For several years, two agencies have existed to deal with the discriminatory complaints and concerns of base personnel. The Equal Employment Office assisted civilians, while Military Equal Opportunity aided those of us in uniform.

With financial cut backs and force reductions, from the air staff down to the individual installations, it is no longer possible or sensible to staff two separate offices, which address basically the same concerns. After all, both military and civilians work together to accomplish the mission why shouldn't EEO and MEO?

The mergence of the two is mutually beneficial. MEO's foundation is focused on training and awareness, while EEO is focused on complaint processes and resolution. Neither office will sacrifice its founding principles; instead, each office will reinforce the other, streamlining their operations. Now military or civilian EO advisors can assist military or civilian members with their concerns.

For base personnel needing assistance with discriminatory concerns, very little will change other than maybe the phone number they use. You'll still have trained EO advisors dedicated to helping members of Team Dyess get back on track and mission-focused, no mater what uniform they wear.

Both MEO and EEO have one thing in common: equal opportunity. So, if you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to call the 7th Bomb Wing Equal Opportunity office at 696-4123