The IADC Podcast Inter-American Defense College

Welcome to this special bonus episode from the IADC podcast. A week ago, as I had the privilege of moderating a discussion among operators and tribal community leaders in Anchorage Alaska for a groundbreaking event hosted by #AlaskanCommand in support of #USNORTHCOM. In this Arctic-Centered Gender Analysis workshop, we delved into various analysis models like Canada’s Gender Based Analysis Plus and put them to the test alongside experts from other Professional Military Education Institutions or PMEs. But what truly made this experience exceptional was our open dialogue with tribal liaisons and leaders of Alaska Native and American Indian communities throughout the process.

It was an eye-opening journey, filled with fascinating discussions, thought-provoking moments, and an incredible honor to engage with such inspiring individuals. The perspectives shared during this workshop were not only generative but also energizing for our mission.

Now, I'm thrilled to share this special podcast episode recorded right from The Arctic Warrior Events Center in Anchorage, featuring joint opening remarks from RADM Robertson and BGEN Hawthorne and conversations with our gracious hosts, and inspiring participants.

Listen in as we discuss how uncovering and challenging our internal biases can lead to more informed and inclusive operations. We also explore the significance of understanding the unique lifestyles and history of diverse communities like Alaska Natives in our mission planning.

This podcast episode is just a stepping stone in our mission to promote positive change. Join us in this crucial conversation by tuning in and sharing this episode with your thoughts. Let's keep pushing the boundaries and working towards a more inclusive and equitable future in the defense sector by way of WomenPeaceandSecurity.

Produced & Edited by Frieda Garcia Castellanos, IADC GENAD

We are pleased to introduce you to our highly respected guest, Rear Admiral Luis del Carpio, Director of the Peruvian Naval War College and a career naval submarine officer. A native of Lima, Perú, he graduated from the Peruvian Naval Academy in 1992. He earned his submarine qualification in 1995 and attended the Submarine Engineering Course in Germany in 2000. He graduated from the Naval Command College at the U.S. Naval War College in 2015, and he also holds a Master of Arts in International Relations from Salve Regina University, located in Newport RI. He was Commanding Officer of the Type 209 Submarine “Angamos” in 2010, Chief of Staff for the Peruvian Submarine Force in 2017 and Cyber Commander in 2021. An accomplished naval officer, Admiral del Carpio recognized the importance of women, peace, and security for the defense community early on. Edited 09.10.23 FGC

This is Part 2 of our bonus Episode in Spanish & Portuguese featuring leaders from Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil and UN Women.

Produced & Edited by Frieda Garcia Castellanos

In May of 2023, SOUTHCOM’s Command Senior Enlisted Leader, Command Sergeant Major Jones, Co-hosted the Senior Enlisted Leader - Women Peace and Security seminar entitled “Military Women United with a Common Purpose Leading Changes into the 21st Century. In this iteration, with the Colombian Joint Command Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of Defense of the Colombian Military Forces, CSM Consuelo Diaz in Santa Marta, Colombia.

Stay tuned for Part 2 - in Spanish and Portuguese.
Produced & Edited by Frieda Garcia Castellanos

Available in English and Spanish - This is Part II of our interview with Dr. Laura Masson. Here, our hosts ask some burning questions that put Laura in the hot seat for a few minutes. Listen to her keep her cool as we find even more reasons to stay the course together.

Produced & Edited by Frieda Garcia Castellanos

Dr. Masson is the Director of Gender Policies within the National Directorate of Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law for the Ministry of Defense of the Argentine Republic. Dr. Masson is a social anthropologist who has specialized in gender perspectives, feminism with a focus on women’s social and political participation in Argentina as well as the integration of women in the Argentine armed forces. Dr. Masson has authored many books and articles, and has a special piece in and is a good friend of the Inter-American Defense College, participating as a guest speaker in our recent Women, Peace and Security Workshop and the Gender Integration and Perspectives in the Armed Forces course.

SPANISH/ESPAÑOL-> 37:34

The IADC Podcast is Produced & Edited by Frieda Garcia Castellanos

Resources:

Laura Masson POLICY BRIEF 11-2021 Perspectiva de género en las fuerzas armadas y de seguridad 

Gender Perspectives in the Armed and Security Forces

https://www.instituto-capaz.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Policy-Brief-11.web_Laura-Masson.pdf

Masson Laura (Ed.) Libro Militares Argentinas. 
Military Women - Book:

https://www.argentina.gob.ar/noticias/militares-argentinas

Masson, Laura y Dominzain, Julia. “Mujeres militares, la batalla por la igualdad”. Anfibia. Revista digital de la UNSAM. Mayo, 2016. http://www.revistaanfibia.com/cronica/la-batalla-por-la-igualdad/

Masson, Laura. “Romper el pacto de silencio”. En: Anfibia. Revista digital de la UNSAM. ISSN: 2344-9365. http://revistaanfibia.com/ensayo/romper-el-silencio/

Masson, Laura. “Los hechos no alcanzan”. En: Anfibia. Revista digital de la UNSAM. Junio, 2016. http://www.revistaanfibia.com/ensayo/los-hechos-no-alcanzan.