New Mexico Minuteman - Fall 2011

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By Lt. Col. Jamison Herrera, State Public Affairs Offi cer The New Mexico Youth ChalleNGe Academy Class 20 graduated 32 cadets June 18, 2011, at Bates Hall on the campus of New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, N.M. Over the previous fi ve months, the graduates were challenged by cadre, teachers, and members from the New Mexico National Guard to exceed in academic excellence (GED/high school attainment), life-coping skills, leadership/followership, and physical fi tness. On graduation day the cadets exemplifi ed those expectations set before them. Gov. Susana Martinez and the fi rst gentlemen, Chuck Franco, attended the graduation and Martinez delivered keynote remarks for the ceremony. Also in attendance were Roswell Mayor Del Jurney, Maj. Gen. Kenny C. Montoya, Adjutant General of the New Mexico National Guard, Brig. Gen. Paul Pena, deputy adjutant general, and retired Brig. Gen. Jack Fox, who serves as the Youth ChalleNGe director. The graduates will continue the fi nal phase of the program, which includes a 12-month post-residential mentor phase. 16 NEW MEXICO Minuteman / Fall 2011 Youth ChalleNGe begins training in Santa Fe Story and photos by Sgt. Suzanna Dominguez, State Public Affairs NCO, JFHQ The New Mexico Youth ChalleNGe Academy Class 21 began their oneweek pre-challenge phase at the Onate Training Complex in Santa Fe, N.M., July 25, 2011. The pre-challenge phase began when 52 student candidates arrived in Roswell, N.M., and were in-processed, received haircuts, were issued equipment and formed into a platoon where a cadre of instructors began to train them. With the help of Soldiers in the New Mexico National Guard, the academy will transition candidates into cadets before leaving for Roswell to complete their 22-week resident course. During their stay in Santa Fe, the candidates will be challenged physically and mentally in an environment that encourages camaraderie, leadership and responsibility. The candidates will learn several basic common skill tasks, in addition to completing confi dence and team building exercises. Some of the skills the candidates will learn include military protocol, rank recognition, marching maneuvers, chain of command, and uniform inspection. Youth Challenge Academy graduates 32 Cadets
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program – victim advocates can help By 1st Sgt. Cecilia R. Chavez The purpose of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program is to reinforce the New Mexico National Guard and the Department of Defense commitment to eliminate incidents of sexual assault through a comprehensive policy that centers on awareness, prevention, training and education, victim advocacy, response, reporting, and accountability. The policy on the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program applies: • Both on and off post and during duty and non-duty hours. • Working, living, and recreational environments (including both on- and off-post housing). The goals of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program are to: • Create a climate that eliminates incidents of sexual assault, which impact New Mexico National Guard’s men/women, civilians, and family members. If an incident should occur, ensure that victims and subjects are treated according to DoD or military policy. • Create a climate that encourages victims to report incidents of sexual assault without fear. • Establish sexual assault prevention training and awareness programs to educate service members. • Ensure sensitive and comprehensive treatment to restore victims’ health and well-being. • Ensure that leaders understand their roles and responsibilities regarding response to sexual assault victims, thoroughly investigate allegations of sexual assault, and take appropriate administrative and disciplinary action. Sexual assault is a crime defi ned as intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat, abuse of authority, or when the victim does not or cannot consent. Sexual assault is • Rape • Indecent assault (unwanted, inappropriate sexual contact or fondling) • Non consensual sodomy (oral or anal sex) • Attempts to commit these acts If you are interested in supporting the Sexual Assault Response Program by being a victim advocate please contact 1st Sgt. Cecilia Chavez. An advocate provides quality support and assurance to rape / sexual assault victims. Victims turn to victim advocates for a great deal of support during a critical time of need. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted and needs assistance, listed below are victim advocates who are trained and can support our New Mexico Soldiers in the time of need. 615th Trans Bn., Taos.............. SFC Norman Martinez 111th Bde., Rio Rancho........... SFC Crystal Romero 111th Bde., Rio Rancho........... CPT Mack Stanford HHC 111th, Rio Rancho........... 1LT Jose Arellano HHC 111th, Rio Rancho........... SFC Cesar Ceja HHC 111th, Rio Rancho........... MAJ Stanford Mack HHC 111th, Rio Rancho........... SFC Ronette Martinez As your sexual assault response coordinator, my goal is to ensure that service members who are victimized receive the sensitive, confi dential and immediate comprehensive care and treatment they need to restore their health and well-being. For more information contact: Cecilia R. Chavez 505-474-1515 (offi ce phone) • 505-274-1139 (BB) Cecilia.chavez@us.army.mil 717th CSB, Roswell................ MAJ Victor Santos HHC, 717th CSB, Roswell........ SFC Annabelle Gasca JFHQ, Santa Fe........................ SSG Donna Sullivan RTI, Santa Fe........................... MSG Andrew Spears 150th WING, Albuquerque....... SMSgt John Singletary 150th WING, Albuquerque....... MAJ Tracy O’neal Fall 2011 / NEW MEXICO National Guard 17
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