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Sgt Merlin Mee - ASPIRE Advisor for Durham & Northumberland Wing | Sergeant at @361aircadets | Trans Man | They/He 🏳️‍🌈

 Durham and Northumberland
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Joined October 2020
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Teaching Bronze Space to 19 cadets at @DNWAirCadets today alongside Plt Off Millburn, Sgt Hudson and Cpl McKenna! So far, so good! 🌚🚀 – at Newcastle Upon Tyne, England
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Tomorrow I'm setting off to Cranwell for my CIC. I've been intensely (and probably irrationally) nervous in the last few weeks. Thank you so much to everyone who supported, advised and prepared me. Today is for ironing and bulling! – at Blaydon, England
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We did it! @DNWAirCadets now have 14 new Road Marching Team Leaders 🛤️ – at Blaydon, England
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A clutch/cluster/assembly(?) of 14 trainee Road Marching Team leaders learning to prep feet 🦶 under the watchful eye of North Region RMO. Tomorrow our trainees lead their first groups 😬 @DNWAirCadets @DNW_ASPIRE @ComdtAC @AirCadetsNorth
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Day 1 of the Road Marching Team Leader course @WideopenATC ✅ Tomorrow will be our 15km walk! Here's a little Luna, loving the attention 🐶 – at Blaydon, England
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This weekend I visited my first RAF Station, Spadeadam, for the AT challenge! I was quite nervous as I'm not fully knowledgeable in RAF traditions & customs, but I've had so much support and advice from fellow CFAVs this weekend. Also had fun acting as a casualty for first aid!
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We are delighted to announce that Flt Lt Drew Waite (@ASPIRELEAD1) has been appointed as the first ASPIRE Network Lead. As the new lead, he will be bring consistency to the ASPIRE vision in supporting diversity and inclusion across the @aircadets.
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RAF Air Cadets@aircadets31 Jul 2022
Congratulations to the @Lionesses who are Champions of Europe! #anythingispossible
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Hope everyone is enjoying the weather as much as these two this weekend! Drink water and use suncream!
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This month, remember to respect everyone's pronouns! You don't always have to understand them, but respect and accept them! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️
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Drew Dagens@DrewDagens112 Jun 2022
Great article. A must-read for any military doc. theguardian.com/uk-news/2022…
The sailor who turned the tide on HIV in the military

The sailor who turned the tide on HIV in the military

When naval officer Oliver Brown found that an HIV diagnosis was a barrier to serving in the armed forces, he knew he had a battle on his hands…

theguardian.com
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Yesterday evening I was invited to 242 Cramlington to deliver an LGBT+ Awareness evening, with guests from @1000SquadronATC and @2510sqn - what a positive experience. Thank you for having me! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️
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RAF Air Cadets@aircadets1 Jun 2022
We celebrate pride month with all our RAFAC family this June. As an organisation, we strive to foster an environment where everyone can be themselves without fear of judgement or discrimination. We live with pride. #pridemonth @ComdtAC @WORAFAirCadets @RAFAC_Aspire
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ALL CALL SIGNS - MISSING CADET Cdt Jordan Everett from 162 (Stockport) Squadron has been missing since yesterday. He was last seen at Manchester Picadilly Station around 10pm. He is believed to be wearing the same coat as in the picture below. Please call 101 if you see him
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Tonight @361AirCadets had their AFI, with myself as escorting officer. A very successful first inspection, and as it turns out I scrub up pretty well!
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RAF Air Cadets@aircadets8 May 2022
Today is the 77th Anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe, with the signing of the surrender of Germany to the Allies, now known as VE-Day. Please take time today to remember the bravery & sacrifice of our Armed Forces who served in that conflict. #LestWeForget
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RAF Air Cadets@aircadets5 Apr 2022
🙌 We are proud to announce the change from the LGBT+ Working Group to the ASPIRE Network, supporting Diversity and Inclusivity for the RAF Air Cadets. Want to get involved? Get in touch with your Wing or Region rep! @RAFAC_ASPIRE @ComdtAC
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RAF Air Cadets@aircadets8 Mar 2022
This #InternationalWomensDay, we're recognising a few of the many female staff and cadets who #BreakTheBias every day in the RAF Air Cadets. Next up, here’s new @WORAFAirCadets, Donna Hall Are there any women in our organisation who have inspired you? Let us know below! 👇#IWD – at West Midlands, England
Picture of WO Donna Hall with quote: “I am proud to be the first female Warrant Officer RAF Air Cadets, because I am role modelling that anyone can achieve in this organisation. My gender has never held me back, but I’m acutely aware of being "the first female" or "the only female" in a number of areas throughout my RAFAC journey. That to me is how I #BreakTheBias, by encouraging a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports everyone and provides opportunities for all”

ALT Picture of WO Donna Hall with quote: “I am proud to be the first female Warrant Officer RAF Air Cadets, because I am role modelling that anyone can achieve in this organisation. My gender has never held me back, but I’m acutely aware of being "the first female" or "the only female" in a number of areas throughout my RAFAC journey. That to me is how I #BreakTheBias, by encouraging a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports everyone and provides opportunities for all”

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Been quiet recently...finally been hit with COVID, and feeling a little worse for wear. Taking longer to get over it than I thought it would. Thank god I'm vaccinated 💉😷
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RAFAC staff and cadets are you now at a loose end this weekend? Fancy chatting with others across the organisation? Why not log in to our weekly chat tomorrow at 4pm. This is open to all. No Ranks and No Formalities. @RAFAC_MHealth @RAFAC_MHWR @ClaireSarsfield
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