RAF Families Federation Annual Report 2011


Contents Foreword by the Secretary General of the RAF Association Introduction by the Chairman of the RAF Families Federation


A Look Back at 2011 The Strategic Environment


Key Federation Activity


Dear Dawn, Ann, Julie, Jenny W, Jenny S, Colin, Stan and Nick,


“I know, as do my Air Force Board


colleagues, just how much your efforts and commitment have given to our families over the last year – Thank you!


“I have no doubt that your service to


our families and the ideal of getting appropriate recognition for the commitment that they make is both heart-warming and very humbling to all of us in the Service.


“2012 is going to be a very challenging year for all, but I trust that you will be ready to help us face the future whatever it brings.


“Thanks for the great job that you have done in 2011!”


Warmest Wishes, Stephen Dalton Chief of the Air Staff


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The Armed Forces Covenant The Expert Group on the Needs of the Armed Forces Community in Wales Armed Forces Pay Review Body Future Accommodation Project Defence Infrastructure Organisation Transformation Project and the Next Generation Estates Contract Conferences and Training Courses


Communications


Evidence Gathering Reactive (Main findings from issues reported) Proactive (Focus on online activity and unit visits)


The way ahead


Supplementary Booklets: A.


B. C. D. E. F.


G. H.


The Impact of the Strategic Defence & Security Review & Armed Forces Covenant RAF Way of Life


Definition of Family


Future Accommodation Childcare


Employment & Training Opportunities for Partners RAF Way of Life - A Reserve’s Perspective Youth


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