Your View: Racing Dragons

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group stands in shallow water holding paddles

The Asian Pacific Alliance of County Employees recently placed in the 11th Annual San Diego International Dragon Boat Race in Mission Bay. APACE ERG Vice President Annamarie Hernandez, a social work supervisor with Aging & Independence Services, shared this pic of the team after the race.

Share your fabulous photos! If you see a coworker getting the job done, a beautiful sunset over your office or a wonderful County program being offered—snap a pic and submit it to communications@sdcounty.ca.gov. Be sure to include information about the photo and your name. One image will be posted to InSite every week and may be shared on social media.

See more of Your View photos.

group rowing in the water

Join Filipino American History Month Mixer

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Join the County of San Diego Filipino-American Employees' Association (CSDFEA) for a mixer at 8th on Market from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Oct. 19.

The event will be held in collaboration with the Lumpia Club, a Filipino American group of professionals that represents diverse segments in the San Diego community, for Filipino American History Month.

Light appetizers will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

8th on Market is located at 41 East Eighth St. in National City.

RSVP by Oct. 18.

D&I Digest: Comprehensive Conversations

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The latest D&I Digest is out! This interactive newsletter has curated videos, podcasts, webinars, and articles that will help educate, build connections and spark inclusive conversations. It is designed to be used as a learning resource throughout the quarter for County employees.

Check out the Connecting the Dots section featuring Chief of Staff Natalia Bravo and inclusive conservation resources and toolkit.

Explore it now.

MEERG Receives Proclamation

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The Middle Eastern Employee Resource Group was recently recognized for “fostering a greater understanding of the rich history of Iran and its people -- and their fight for human rights and freedom.” 

The Board of Supervisors presented the proclamation to the ERG along with the Persian Cultural Center, House of Iran and Association of Iranian-American Professionals at the County Administration Center on Tuesday. 

Watch the presentation. 

Your View: Crimson Sky Over the COC

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sunset at COC

At the end of his workday, Steve Schmidt, deputy director for capital construction with the Department of General Services, captured the vibrant sun setting over the County Operations Center.

Share your fabulous photos! If you see a coworker getting the job done, a beautiful sunset over your office or a wonderful County program being offered—snap a pic and submit it to communications@sdcounty.ca.gov. Be sure to include information about the photo and your name. One image will be posted to InSite every week and may be shared on social media.

Conversations with Latino Leaders

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Join a “Leadership Conversation” with Latino Leaders in the County on Wednesday, Oct. 12. The San Diego County Latino Association is hosting the lunch and learn session from noon to 1 p.m. in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month. The conversation is sure to be meaningful and inspiring.

Speakers:

  • Alethea Arguilez, executive director of First Five Commission of San Diego

  • Nicholas A. Martinez, assistant director of Housing and Community Development Services

  • Lucero Chavez Basilio, director of the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs

Email sdcla@sdcounty.ca.gov to RSVP.

The virtual session will be held on Teams:

Join online

Or call in (audio only)

See the flyer below.

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Participate in Check Your Mood Day

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Check Your Mood Day is returning in person and virtual this year on Oct. 6, in conjunction with National Depression Screening Day!

The prolonged pandemic and stress it caused for many of us have prompted an increase in mental health challenges across the region and globe. That’s why it’s so important to Check Your Mood and learn about the free mental health resources and tools that can help anyone assess their mental health.

Check Your Mood Day encourages all San Diegans to monitor and gauge their emotional well-being. Getting screened for depression is an important part of healthcare checkups, much like getting your blood pressure checked or being screened for heart disease or diabetes.

This year, there will be more than 40 sites across the county where community members can visit to learn about mental health resources and complete a free screening. Those who cannot attend in person are encouraged to take an online self-assessment and participate in a social media campaign, with actionable steps and tips to stay mentally healthy.

County employees can take advantage of the various benefits offered free of cost through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The EAP offers 24/7 assistance if you or someone you love needs to talk about depression. You can call EAP at 888-777-6665.

For additional resources, community members can connect to the County’s multilingual Access and Crisis Line (888-724-7240). It is available seven days a week, 24 hours a day with access to County behavioral health services all year long.

We hope you will join us for Check Your Mood Day this year to educate and inform yourself, your family, and fellow colleagues about the valuable mental health resources and services available in San Diego County and the importance of checking and maintaining your mental health. 

We ALL play a role in supporting good mental health!