University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Eliminating barriers to diversity and inclusion within the U.S. Coast Guard & its service academy: An examination of policies and practices that have impacted service members & applicants of color

Hills, Precious R.

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Title
Eliminating barriers to diversity and inclusion within the U.S. Coast Guard & its service academy: An examination of policies and practices that have impacted service members & applicants of color
Author(s)
Hills, Precious R.
Issue Date
2022-04-22
Director of Research (if dissertation) or Advisor (if thesis)
Ward Hood, Denice
Doctoral Committee Chair(s)
Ward Hood, Denice
Committee Member(s)
  • Pak , Yoon
  • Mason, Curtis
  • Huang , Wenhao D
Department of Study
Educ Policy, Orgzn & Leadrshp
Discipline
Educ Policy, Orgzn & Leadrshp
Degree Granting Institution
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Degree Name
Ed.D.
Degree Level
Dissertation
Keyword(s)
  • diversity
  • inclusion
  • equity
  • barriers
  • military
  • U.S. Coast Guard
  • service academy
  • service members
  • applicants
Abstract
The diverse racial makeup of the U.S. military is one of its greatest assets. To broaden equal opportunity, each branch of service has to be committed to removing prejudice and bias and fostering an environment in which every service member is treated with dignity and respect. Research suggests that awareness, accountability, and intentional, swift action contributes to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. Examined through a critical lens, this qualitative study explores how the U.S. Coast Guard and its service academy are breaking down racial barriers to help improve recruitment and retention. The findings of this study indicate that such barriers within the Service are related to the findings of previously conducted research (DoD Board Report on Diversity and Inclusion, 2020; USCG Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan, 2020). Recommendations include taking a critical approach to understanding historical and or/institutional racial inequities, implementing D&I education programs, and using survey data results to identify gaps and to formulate policy/action plans.
Graduation Semester
2022-05
Type of Resource
Thesis
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Copyright 2022 Precious Hills

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