“Unity at our C.O.R.E.”: Norfolk Naval Shipyard Holds Ceremony Committing to Valuing and Respecting All Employees

Norfolk Naval Shipyard Commander, Capt. Kai Torkelson, held a moment of silence at the “Unity at our C.O.R.E.” command event June 9, encouraging each person to reflect in their own way. In an expression of solidarity, Torkelson took a knee in remembrance of George Floyd and in honor of all Black Americans.

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NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD, Portsmouth, Va. - Norfolk Naval Shipyard Commander, Capt. Kai Torkelson, held a moment of silence at the “Unity at our C.O.R.E.” command event June 9, encouraging each person to reflect in their own way. In an expression of solidarity, Torkelson took a knee in remembrance of George Floyd and in honor of all Black Americans.

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