Welcome to the 1315 (Kidlington) Squadron Air Training CorpsCivilian Welfare Committee.What is the Civilian Welfare Committee? We are an allied civilian structure supporting the running of the Air Training Corps, from Squadron level through local and regional levels to representation on the Air Defence Council. We are all volunteers, parents, guardians and friends of the Squadron that meet on a regular basis. (We were also known up until October 2008 as the Civilian Support Group). What is your role? Our role is to “fulfil the aim”: to ensure the Squadron maintains direction, assist the Commanding Officer, raise funds and support the Cadets by working in partnership. Who makes up the Civilian Welfare Committee? The Civilian Welfare Committee structure consists of: Chairman: Mr David Thompson*. Honorary Treasurer: Mrs June Williams*. Honorary Secretary: Mr Roy Williams*. Commanding Officer: Flight Lieutenant Tony Samms RAFVR(T) (ex-officio). Honorary Chaplain: Rev. Jim Turner (ex-officio). Committee members: Steven Escott (co-opted); Tracy Tompkins (co-opted); When do you meet? We meet to our own timetable; usually quarterly, under the direction of a Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer, at the Squadron building. Why do you have to fund raise? Fundraising is very important as it supports many squadron activities other than those funded centrally (i.e. flying, gliding shooting and some sports.) Most pursuits are financed through fundraising. Over recent years, the percentage spend that comes from this source (non-public funds) has increased considerably. Indications are that this trend will continue. From experience, many parents, guardians and friends get a great deal of enjoyment, pleasure and fun out of assisting 'their' Squadron, as members of the Civilian Welfare Committee. What type of assistance can I offer? Basically utilising your own skills and resources available; be it time, contacts, networking or energy! This can be anywhere on the scale from behind the scenes to assisting the uniformed staff in organising and running events. It is great to undertake supportive visits at some events, where we can obtain feedback from the cadets i.e. on equipment purchased and see things ‘in action’. I don’t have the time to spare but want to get involved? Not everyone find that they can attend meetings on a regular basis. However, those who have irregular work patterns often find that they can do work ‘behind the scenes’ on days off or when looking after children from home etc. Can I become involved? It is suggested that Committee members may be:
How can I find out more? Please contact anyone on the Squadron using the address or telephone number above Or Wing HQ: Post: Thames Valley Wing Headquarters Air Training Corps North Lewis Block Edward Brooks Barracks Cholswell Road Abingdon OX13 6HW Telephone: 01235 547990 Web details: http://www.aircadets.tv/join/committee Or email the Chairman at: chair@kidlingtonaircadets.org.uk I look forward to hearing from you soon! Parents are welcome at any meeting but please email me first. David Thompson Chairman 1315 (Kidlington) Squadron Air Training Corps Civilian Welfare Committee Kidlington Air Training Corps ATC 2012 |
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