11/5/2014 - WASHINGTON -- Employer
Support of the Guard and Reserve, a Department of Defense office, is
now accepting nominations for the 2015 Secretary of Defense Employer
Support Freedom Award. The Freedom Award is the Nation's highest honor
presented to civilian employers for exceptional support of their
National Guard and Reserve employees. ESGR encourages Guardsmen,
Reservists, or family members acting on their behalf, to submit
nominations at www.FreedomAward.mil by January 19, 2015.
Guard and Reserve members comprise nearly one-half of our nation's
military force. They provide essential services to maintain national
security and conduct humanitarian efforts at home and abroad. The
unwavering commitment of their employers helps keep our military
prepared and our Nation protected.
"Every day, employers large and small work to ease the burden on those
who serve by providing workplace flexibility, career opportunities and
dedicated support," said Paul Mock, ESGR National Chair. "The Freedom
Award is one way we can thank the employers that stand behind our
Guardsmen, Reservists and their families."
A Freedom Award ceremony is held in Washington, D.C. for up to 15
deserving employers each year. The Freedom Award recognizes employers
who go above and beyond in supporting members of the Guard and Reserve -
from continuing benefits and healthcare during deployments, to helping
with home maintenance and sponsoring veteran hiring initiatives. Service
members can thank employers for their exemplary support by submitting a
Freedom Award nomination today.
About ESGR and the Freedom Award:
ESGR is a Department of Defense office that develops and promotes
supportive work environments for service members in the Reserve
Components through outreach, recognition, and educational opportunities.
We encourage the employment of Guardsmen and Reservists, who bring
integrity, global perspective and proven leadership to the civilian
workforce. On behalf of the Secretary of Defense, ESGR runs the annual
Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award program. The Freedom
Award has been presented to 205 employers since it began in 1996.
Wednesday, November 05, 2014
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