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Lunch & Learn UNITE Basics Thursday September 19 th 2019 Edison Ruland

Lunch & Learn UNITE Basics Thursday September 19 th 2019 Edison Ruland Community Cohesion Coordinator. Integrity  Service  Excellence. UNITE Program. INTENT Use Force Support capabilities to: Support CSAF’s Squadron Vitality initiatives

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Lunch & Learn UNITE Basics Thursday September 19 th 2019 Edison Ruland

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  1. Lunch & Learn UNITE Basics Thursday September 19th 2019 Edison Ruland Community Cohesion Coordinator Integrity  Service  Excellence

  2. UNITE Program INTENT Use Force Support capabilities to: • Support CSAF’s Squadron Vitality initiatives • Help commanders build/strength unit cohesion in Air Force units Primary focus is on units—rather than individuals Command teams must “create an environment where every Airman believes he/she is a warfighter who belongs to a high-powered and respected team doing meaningful work.” While it’s true that we lots of time together in close quarters which presents ample opportunity to get closer to your unit members, developing team cohesion takes much more than that. Cohesion comes when you actively engage in meaningful conversations and capitalize on chances to build trust. Just as with close personal relationships, it takes intentional effort to create the genuine connections that will help your unit function effectively. Participating in positive team building activities is a great way to create this cohesion. Integrity  Service  Excellence

  3. Goal andObjectives GOAL1: SupportSquadron • Provide Squadron Commanders the opportunityto select from a menu of innovative programoptions Commanders GOAL2: Maximize use ofFSS Facilities • Provide a variety of formal and informal opportunities for socializing, unit cohesion and Espritdecorps GOAL3: MeasureImpact • Follow up with units to ensure commanders' needs are being met and that required effects materialize or improve as a result of the unit cohesionactivities GOAL4: Provide maximum flexibility to squadron leaders • The Unite Initiative guidance sufficiently allows squadron leaders the ability to plan qualityevents while maintaining fundingintegrity

  4. UNITE Program Funding There are two funding types for the UNITE Program Appropriated Funds (APF) - Runs off of Calendar Year Jan 1–Dec 15 - Can be used for activity related expenses - Supplies - Rental Fees - Contract Costs - Equipment - Cannot be used for food or prizes - $17.50 per person Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) – Funs off of Fiscal Year Oct 1–Sept 15 - Used for food or catering only - Cannot be used to purchase separate non-food items - $5.00 per person Integrity  Service  Excellence

  5. UNITE Program Special Funding Unit Morale Funds • Special Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) - Unit Morale Funds - FY20 amounts are based on Manpower Report from October 2019 - Squadrons Level - $3.00 per person - Group Level - $1.00 per person - Intent is that funds are used for events that invite the whole squadron (or Group if at Group Level) - Can be uses to enhance UNITE Funds - Does not have to be used with UNITE Funds - Can be used for food, activity or prize costs but NO alcohol - Funds must be requested in writing before end of fiscal year (FY20 request by 30 Sep 2020) - Must be acquired from 354 FSS NAF Office with letter signed by Squadron Commander (or Group Commander) - Contact Mrs. Cari Unruh at cari.unruh@us.af.mil or 377-1998 Integrity  Service  Excellence

  6. UNITE Program Maximizing Funds Work at the smallest level possible Plan events that will fully engage your Airman Make sure everyone is included Use the funding to create something special for your Airman Ask for military discounts Work with your UNITE Program Coordinator to help in the planning Plan multiple events within your budget Volunteering is Free! Purchase equipment and UNITE all year long FSS Facilities can give you more bang for your buck Integrity  Service  Excellence

  7. UNITE Program New Program Ideas Free Activities 1. Photo scavenger hunt: Rather than handing out a list and have folks scramble all over the area to find and photo these things, have teams use their phones to refer to their own photos. Pass out a specific list of things to find on their phones and document the photo with the team in a selfie. 2. Shop Olympics: Forget a sports day in the traditional sense. Have each shop identify a specific task that others can execute. Judge for timing, accuracy, skill in execution etc. Go from shop to shop. 3. Superhero Name Generator: Using lists provided, select your greatest workplace strength your favorite hobby. Create a name tag that reveals your Superhero identity, then find others with similar interests. Discuss your strengths and how they can complement other’s strengths on your team. 4. Speed meeting: Pass out a list of personal characteristics such as married, have kids, like dogs, has blue eyes, and on the word go and with a time limit see who can find someone else with at least 5 of the same answers. Integrity  Service  Excellence

  8. UNITE Program New Program Ideas 5. Team Building Activities: Check out the variety of team building activities available from your C3. They will even help train facilitators for your office. 6. Sledding Party: Be a kid again and sled down the hill at the Lodge here on Eielson AFB. Once your cheeks are all rosy come inside to warm up. 7. Trivia Contest: See who is the smartest in your Squadron. Along with science facts, sports statistics and pop culture references why not add in some shop specific questions to make it personal and fun. 8. Corn Hole Tournament: Find someone with a set and have fun. 9. Hikes: We live in the most beautiful state in our country. Take this opportunity to get your team outdoors and hike any number of trails both on base or off. Integrity  Service  Excellence

  9. UNITE Program New Program Ideas FSS ACTIVITIES Bowling Parties: The Artic Nite Bowling Center has great bowling available for your Squadron. • Basic Party - includes 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, pizza and drinks for $10 • Plus Party - Basic party plus upgrades your bowling to “Cosmic” bowling and adds 3 personalized medals to your event for $12. • Don’t forget we can mix up your normal bowling experience with different game set ups like “Low Score Bowling”. Both of these costs are completely covered by UNITE Funds 2. Knockerball: Be the ball as you suit up in giant clear ball and play some soccer while bouncing into your work mates. Available for free at the Fitness Center. 3. Paintball: Use the paintball field on base and tag your work mates in team based competition. Free field rental. Full paintball kits available for $17.50 each and is fully covered by UNITE Funds. Paintballs separate. 4. Draft Party: Allow the Aurora Club to host your work center’s fantasy sports draft party. Large screens available to display the results and several menu options that fit within the UNITE budget. Integrity  Service  Excellence

  10. UNITE Program New Program Ideas VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 1. Fairbanks Foodbank: Help the Fairbanks foodbank by packing boxes or working in the warehouse. Bring your team together by helping those that need it most. North Pole Animal Shelter: Spend time bonding as you help out some furry friends. Around the Base: Help with large base wide events or even assist other squadrons with projects. AROUND THE COMMUNITY 1. Curling: Learn one of the great past times of the North. Enjoy a day at the Fairbanks Curling Club with a curling instructor. $25 per person - $17.50 UNITE Funds = $7.50 per person. 2. Discover SCUBA: Spend the afternoon in the pool of Test the Waters Dive Center in North Pole. Learn the basic of SCUBA use and safety in a controlled environment. Dive time here can be used towards certification. $90 per person – $17.50 UNITE Funds = $72.50 per person Integrity  Service  Excellence

  11. UNITE Program New Program Ideas OTHER ACTIVITIES 1. Giant slip and slide: Using the activity funds, purchase tarps and dish soap to create a very large slip and slide or a soap hockey game. 2. NERF Warfare: Use your Activity Funds to purchase a variety of NERF guns for your office. Make Friday afternoons NERF war time and UNITE all year long. Make a Safety Video: Get your whole Squadron to make a training video. Let each work center write and direct in star in their own bit. Try getting your Commander to do something silly and then play it at the next Commander’s Call. 4. Cardboard and duct tape make great building materials. Build a boat on the summer time or a sled in the winter and race them. Integrity  Service  Excellence

  12. UNITE Program The Forms: Why and How POC Appointment Letter: This explains the responsibilities of the Squadron POC and give you authority to act for your squadron. Event Proposal Form: Explains the program you would like to run. Be as detailed as possible. If you need help with wording or with the costs please let the UNITE Coordinator know. Expect this to be read by people who know nothing about the area or the program. Needs to be signed by a Commander or Designee. DoD ID Forms: This is how Air Force Service Center tracks to make sure the funds are being used properly. It should be completed before your event with your expected attendees and then marked during the event with those that actually attended. After Action Report (AAR): This should be completed after the event. It includes actual attendance numbers and request to identify why people did not attend. It also allows you let us know what we are doing right or wrong. Be as honest and forthcoming as possible. Integrity  Service  Excellence

  13. UNITE Program Edison RulandUNITE Program UNITE Program Coordinator 345 FSS/FSWU Email: Edison.ruland.1@us.af.mil Work Cell: 907-482-7483 Office location: Eielson City Center

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