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RAF Nurse. Passionate about Inclusion. All views and opinions my own.

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@sarahcotman
Sarah Cotman
2 years
What a wonderful day! After 23 years in @RoyalAirForce my parents got to see me march up the steps at RAFC Cranwell yesterday. Reading the scroll for the Commissioned Warrant Officers Course 24 at midnight last night was an honour I won’t forget. 🍾🍾
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Sharing the best of days with the best of people. Inspired every single day by this awesome human. @CSEL_NATOAIRCOM 🎖
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
Home and slept after an incredible 3 weeks. Aeromed and CCAST - supporting Turkey in the weeks after the earthquake to move patients to the facilities they needed around the country. I’m def not a natural Ops Officer, but this team did everything that was asked and more!
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Some days are magical. Today was one of those days. Thank you to every single one of you for your support & guidance🎖🍾🎖 Proving literally - ANYTHING is possible!!
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
Thinking about everyone getting ‘those results’. I didn’t do A Levels, I chose a different route and joined @RoyalAirForce as early as possible. Even without them, I’ve done over 10 years of academic study at 3 different universities and had an amazing career. U have options! 👩‍🎓
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Sarah Cotman
1 year
Please please - stop sharing that letter - and if you have with good intentions yesterday , please now remove the tweet. It’s still circulating and it will cause more harm. Obviously Social Media is impossible to control, but we can all do our bit.
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Today is @CotmanLucy and mines 3rd wedding anniversary. It’s our 2nd in separate countries. As both serving @pm_raf_ns the pull in opposite directions can be difficult. But I wouldn’t be where I am without her support, love and ‘feedback’. Very proud of you darling, stay safe ❤️
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
I’m loving being back on the wards for some shifts this week. Big thanks to @OUH_Nursing for their support to us Military Staff, and massive thanks to Cpl P - my mentor whilst I get back in the swing of it. Last day wearing the ‘Tate and Lyle’ today so had to get a pic!
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
When 17 yr old Sarah, the aspiring Student Nurse walked through the gates @RAFHalton a ‘few’ years ago, she never imagined this was possible! Thank you to each and every one of you for supporting me along the way. Honoured, delighted and gobsmacked in equal measure!
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PMRAFNS
3 years
RAF nurse and senior leader, Warrant Officer Sarah Cotman, is appointed to the Most Honourable Order of the Bath as a MBE in the Military division of the Queen's Birthday Honours List. Congratulations Warrant Officer Cotman! The Flying Nightingales are incredibly proud of you 👏
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Not a single moment of happiness to see here…. Move on….
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Those that know… know. Likely one of my last visits as 22Gp Cmd WO but still ‘the feeling’ never quite goes. Driving through the gates and ‘up the hill’ to Recruit Training Squadron will always remind me of how 17 year old Sarah felt arriving here.
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Was writing a presentation about my career to date today…. Dug out some awful photos to show 17 - 40 year old Sarah’s journey….. All it seemed to do was ‘highlight’ the change of hair colour! I have had some fun along the way though 😊 👩🏻‍🦰🧑‍🦳✈️🏥😊
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
Looking forward to the evening ahead - I’m being formally dined out of the WO & SNCO Mess @RAFHighWycombe . Thanks to the CMC for agreeing to celebrate this milestone for me as I say goodbye to membership of this elite club. Please pray the speech writer has been kind! 😬🤞🏻
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
And that…. Is that. Handover complete, welcome to the next 22Gp Cmd WO. Thank you for the memories, the lessons and mostly the opportunity to share 3 1/2 years in this awesome Group. I have loved every minute.
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
The nurse in me wants you all to see this - washing your hands is one of YOUR roles in this.... pay attention to what that means. Great visual here - learn the proper technique. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
Ok week 2…. Here we go!
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Well... this is ... awkward 🤣. @CotmanLucy and I ‘casually’ standing about at home chatting about what Pride means to us as a Dual Serving couple: Happy Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍🌈
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RAF LGBTQ+ Network
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Outstanding! 🤣
@MilitaryBanter
fill your boots
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Some of you will have noticed I’ve been a bit quieter than normal on here recently; I’m currently doing all I can to support the #NHSVaccinationProgramme - very proud of my brilliant team involved in this. And thanks to SAC Sam Dale for this pic 👍🏻 #COVIDVaccine
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PMRAFNS
4 years
As part of the amazing @NHSuk vaccination programme, RAF Nurse, Warrant Officer Sarah Cotman, is part of a team giving jabs in the Telford area. Please do everything you can to help the NHS too. #CovidVaccine #NHS 🌈
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
BH weekend as an Aeromed Nurse; 3 days, 3 Countries, 6 Airport stops, 1 hotel, 3 different airlines, 2 different beds all with a brilliant team of 4 RAF Nurses, Dr and Medic. Have a great one all of you - see you on the other side 👍✈️
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Heading towards the last couple weeks of this role, this rank, this amazing privilege and I’m starting to reflect on what I have learnt and what I would do differently. I’m considering writing something to share, is there anything you would all want to know/ ask/ learn?
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
I cant comment on every post but; If ppl are being promoted because they drive +ve change across Defence that in NO WAY negatively impacts Operational output but helps a person feel like they have a place here. I’m happy I’m on the right line of the moral compass.
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
The calm amongst the chaos over the last few days. A wonderful afternoon tea @TheRAFClub with friends to celebrate all that is good in our lives.
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
In case you are wondering...... I’m over here in my non captains chair. Brilliant 👍🏻💪🏻👏🏻 👑
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Jay Arnold
4 years
BRILLIANT. Did not expect that... 🏆👑❤️
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Sometimes.... you need to reap what you sow. This @doctorwibble is absolutely outstanding! WHAT. A. ROLE. MODEL. - twitter folk - this is how you respond to the less educated. 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
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Kate Prior
4 years
@farra521 @BritishArmy @neilsexton659 @SEAC_Defence Thanks for worrying about me; I’ll probably cope.
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
Last thought for #InternationalWomensDay2020 .....
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
#InternationalNursesDay .... My mums a nurse, my wife’s a nurse, so many of my amazing friends and colleagues are completely brilliant nurses. I celebrate each and every one of you and am incredibly thankful for my life in the @pm_raf_ns with @CotmanLucy .
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
One of the things I’m handing over this week due to my next career move is my role as RAF Dep Gender Advocate. A privilege to use my voice and passion to drive our Service in a positive direction. Lots done, but lots still to do. Please welcome @SimRezazadeh to the seat! 👏👏
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Gendered language matters to those it excludes..... think about it.... why wouldn’t you?
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Steve Prest ⚔️ 🛠️⚡⚓🍓
4 years
It's the 21st Century. Maybe it doesn't matter to you, but it matters to a bunch of your shipmates. If you can make them feel more valued and included in the team by simply changing a word here or there, why wouldn't you? Paging @navy_women @TheBadgerWarren HT @AndyNetherwood
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
On my way to Wembley!!! Come on ⁦ @Lionesses ⁩ 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
In London today to discuss all things Gender and how we make tangible improvements for everyone in Defence. Work to do but a real appetite to get it done. I took a stroll to nod and reflect at this. I can’t help thinking we’ve been discussing this for a while.
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Sarah Cotman
1 year
At the end of some wonderful leave and much needed peace. I’m refreshed, I’m rested and I’ve spent some time doing the things I love. Tomorrow, I start as Sqn 2iC on the Sqn I’ve spent the last 20 yrs on and off at every rank. Let’s go! ✈️ 🏥
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Absolutely overwhelmed with pride at what Defence are doing right now! Well done every one of you involved!
@DefenceHQ
Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
3 years
The entire Defence community could not be prouder of the work being done right now by @BritishArmy @RoyalAirForce @RoyalNavy @RoyalMarines in Kabul. 🇬🇧 Everyday they are saving lives.
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Celebrating #InternationalNursesDay2020 - thinking about all my amazing @pm_raf_ns colleagues around the world caring for patients with professionalism and humour regardless of the situation. I am thankful to all the wonderful nurses I have had the privilege to stand beside 💙
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
20 years ago I was Serving whilst risking the law, 10 years ago we were fighting pretty hard for progression and visibility with @Mark_A69 @caz_paige @TonysimmsBK , 15 years ago I did a speech in MOD MB to share what this meant to me. Today I’m a guest at the House of Commons. 🌈
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Dr Carl Austin-Behan OBE “Ozzy” 💙
5 years
In the words of @takethat #wevecomealongway -but we still have a lot more to do to #getequalitydone 🌈 I feel very proud to be invited and I am on my way - not forgetting ONLY 22 years ago I could have gone to military prison just for being #Gay #ProudToHaveServed @RoyalAirForce x
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
Boom - that’s Christmas weeks duty Aeromed Ops done. Handed over to the NY team and walked away bravely :). Thanks for all the Aeromed Sqn team who have flown/ supported and been around this week. Smashed it! Now off some sleep and a festive / NY 🥂 with friends 👏🎉.
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
I tried to turn the lack of Xmas parties and travel to see loved ones into something positive. Set myself a target - run 🏃‍♀️ 150 miles in December. I’m no athlete, but boom - done it. Celebrated with a mince pie.... they never seem to end!
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
#ProudWife #ProudPM #StaySafe #OneTeam Very proud of the other Mrs C and all her colleagues in ITU and across the NHS and Defence Medical Services at the minute. ❤️❤️
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PMRAFNS
5 years
Cpl Lucy Cotman, PMRAFNS, on shift in ITU at the Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth. RAF Doctors, Nurses and Medics, along with sister Service colleagues, are supporting the NHS & working hard to care for patients. #BeLikeLucy - do your duty. #StaySafe #OneTeam @RoyalAirForce
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Absolutely loving seeing all the #BattleBraids and Ponytails around @RAFHighWycombe today! The buzz and smiles are really noticeable. Nice one 👱‍♀️👏👱‍♀️😊
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Boom!! All done! 100Km @RAF_Cosford challenge for the @RAFCentralFund . Last few km enjoyed with my good friend the @RAF_Cosford SWO! And yes... that is a smile on both of our faces 😊😊
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
At last, the Cotman family is back together ❤️
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Incredibly proud to have worked for this inspirational leader. Supporting the AOC in their Command is truly an honour. I was delighted to mark the HOTO with a small ceremony and welcome @AOC22Group as he starts his time building the #NextGenRAF . Semper Resurgens
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PMRAFNS
4 years
Warrant Officer Sarah Cotman PMRAFNS presents AVM James with his pennant as he leaves post as AOC 22 Gp. I am so proud that a PM was selected to serve as the 22 Gp Warrant Officer and know that she has done a brilliant job for the AVM👍 @AndrewTurnerRAF @Ian_Gale @mariabyford 👏
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Thanks @AOC22Group - really pleased to stay connected with 22Gp whilst out using my trade skills as a nurse to support the NHS in their national effort to vaccinate everyone.
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
So can we stop talking about womens sport like it’s ‘less’ yet?
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
Starting the week well… lovely early run in the ☀️. Still working on fitness recovery post covid but finally fit to fly again - so let’s see what fun this week brings ✈️😊
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
I booked a days leave today - for no reason in particular - just go catch up. * Lie in 💤 * decent breaki 🍉 * Long 🏃‍♀️ + the 🐶 in gorgeous ☀️ * A chance to read in peace 📖 * prepping the wife’s fav dinner for her return this eve How do you get the balance back? #Time4Me
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
The report released this weekend is a tough read. Some of it is simply inexcusable. Our people deserve better, better leadership, better support, better answers. We must do better. I want to do better. Defence is about the people within it… all of them.
@CommonsDefence
Defence Committee
3 years
🚨 Our Sub-Committee on Women in the Armed Forces has today published its report “Protecting Those Who Protect Us: Women in the Armed Forces from Recruitment to Civilian Life". 📃 Read the report: 📰 News story: 1/6
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
What a group of passionate, dedicated and motivated CFAVs! The time and effort these people put into making the @aircadets the amazing opportunity it is for our young people is truly remarkable. Another weekend of their own time to improve, develop and inspire the #NextGenRAF
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Always learning! Time to start some more study/ research. I’m doing this MSc focussing on something other than Health/ Nursing whilst I’m out of trade.... now to get stuck in to planning the research proposal... 🧐🤓🤯 @portsmouthuni
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
Took over duty Aeromed for Xmas week this morning. Also took custody of this! Every one of the Sqn who has done Duty Ops in December has opened their windows - but clearly I have the best ones. 🍫 Team chocolate will always win :) 🎄🍫😊
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
👇👇👇👇 #IWD2021
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
Tonight’s task was building a wardrobe on my own - yes folks the middle aged single life really is wild! I can confirm, yours truly can do the task of X2 ‘tools’ 🤔. Tuesday evening wining 👏. And all my useful uniform fits in - result!
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Reflecting on my 20+ years of nursing in the #NHS , @RoyalAirForce and even with the #UN . From the UK and all over the 🌎, from Canada, Brunei, South Sudan, Iraq and in the Air everywhere in between ✈️! Caring for people when they need it most is an honour we celebrate on #IND 💙
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
A fitting evening on board HMS Victory last night to raise a glass to WO Nick Sharland MBE as his time as WO Naval Service comes to an end. A brilliant opportunity to be amoungst the Cmd WOs doing impressive things across all Services. Sharing ideas & growing together
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Between roles and trying to get used to the single life means weekends are a tad different. Thanks to the brilliant @katherinealee and @georginatomwats for sharing last nights @TheAirLeague dinner with me. That’s certainly something different! #NotAPilotButInspired ✈️ ✈️✈️
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Katy Lee MBE ✈️
3 years
Tonight can only end well. But what awesome company for the @TheAirLeague dinner #avgeeks #aviation #WePilots
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
An evening talking to Surrey Wing @aircadets about my career and all the brilliant opportunities I’ve had in the @pm_raf_ns and @RoyalAirForce . Some brilliant questions making me think and share some of the best times of my life and career! Great initiative, #NextGenRAF @ComdtAC
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
After a crazy few weeks I’m enjoying some leave. A quick trip to Croatia this weekend with a friend - it is absolutely beautiful 😍.
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
There’s always one…. here’s a thing; we’ve learnt some lessons, realised our people deserve a voice and to feel valued and moved on. Thanks to everyone who has worked to get us here, thank you to those who helped us learn. Thankfully, this sorted of attitude is in our past.
@timdavies_uk
Tim Davies 🇬🇧
3 years
Modern UK mil today think it is OK to celebrate their sexuality during work time. Slow march through the institutions and everyone who allows LGBTQ+ flags to fly on mil bases needs disciplining. 'Sovereign defence', not celebrating what you do behind closed doors - standards!
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Got my first ‘bluey’ in a long time this morning, how exciting 😊. Amazing what post to and from deployments does for morale. The joy of writing really does make a difference. @letterappsoc thanks @CotmanLucy 😊
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
It won’t surprise most of you that I’m pretty proud of this- but it’s important to use it as part of a wider conversation. I’d be really interested to hear your feedback and discussions around it. @RAFGender @CSEL_NATOAIRCOM @SiobhanHRSheri @JakeAlpertRAF @Mark_A69
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Wavell Room
5 years
RAF Warrant Officers Don’t Grow Beards!
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Lucky enough to travel in style this week 🚁. Thanks @AOC22Group - you definitely won this challenge; not sure my driving can beat that! How cool is my job btw? 😊👏😊🚁
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
This is what success looks like! At the absolute top of her game, regardless of where it started. Life in the @RoyalAirForce and @pm_raf_ns !
@1Liz11
Dr liz P
5 years
3 GCSE's (failed the rest), NVQ, Dip in Nursing applied for RAF, direct entrant as an Officer, paid to do my BSc top up, MSc funded now a PhD student. Slow starter but got there in the end! @RoyalAirForce gave me the best career full of opportunity #MERT
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Cheers to all of you celebrating this eve. I know there are a few of you 👍🏻🥂😊🎉
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
A special moment for all those @RoyalAirForce women shortlisted at yesterday’s @womenindefence event. Along with their supporters and a couple of proud judges! Our people are doing incredible things, it’s excellent to see that recognised. @RAFGender @AndrewTurnerRAF @mariabyford
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
Thanks to everyone for your well wishes, support, guidance and congrats. Especially thanks to @AOC22Group and team for a surprise appearance at my Graduation! My extra guests certainly made the day even more special. 😊🍾 ✈️
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
The Cotman’s are #StayingHome .... Easter camping on the driveway.
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Gendered Language..... think about it? What are we really saying to the young girls aspiring to be astronauts here? What you say, and how you say it matters. Using language can either explicitly include or implicitly exclude very easily. Which one do we want to choose?
@LibbyJackson__
Libby Jackson
4 years
Morning all. With the SpaceX Crew Dragon launch delayed to Saturday at least, now is a good moment for media organisations to update their style guides to use "human" or "crewed", and not "manned" spaceflight. #teamcrewed .
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Sarah Cotman
1 year
The Mighty C130 has been part of my work life for soooo long. Lyneham was home to the noise we’ll never forget. It’s kept me safe, it’s also kept me cold and uncomfortable for many hours that I wouldn’t change. Goodbye old friend ✈️
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Sarah Cotman
1 year
The start of yesterday…. Before the heat, noise and utter bonkers London fun. To the end….. a moment of peace and reflection on the way home. @PrideInLondon did not disappoint.
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
A bit of personal reflection during #ArmedForcesWeek . I collected this yesterday. My Great Grandfathers Decommissioning Scroll dated 1919, Medals and #RAMC button with a photo of him wearing his Red Cross proudly. Ready for the home office wall.
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Let’s do this!!! #WiDAwards2020
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Although currently out of trade, I’m still surrounded by the nursing spirit. My mums a nurse, My wife’s a nurse, her grandma and Aunt were and so many of my amazing friends are out there doing their best for patients everyday. I’m proud of you all, now and everyday @pm_raf_ns 💙
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
It’s taken a long time, and I know will surprise many that this was even ever a thing. Well done to everyone involved working towards getting this decision. It’s been a long road but we are making a difference and changing for the better. A welcome move
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
Part of being a Nurse in and out of trade role is maintaining clinical currency on top of the day job. Today is all about keeping up those skills. Thanks to @OUHospitals for supporting Military staff throughout your Trust and having us as part of your team. @pm_raf_ns
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Day 2 back in the day job seat. Surrounded by positivity, people genuinely trying to make things better and overall forward thinking. It’s good to be back :) (Cup courtesy of @RAF_Cosford ☕️)
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
Whilst some start heading out on 🎄leave, the old guard of RAF Surgical Nursing have been getting some clinical hours in around their Staff and Command tours. Thanks to @OUHospitals for their excellent support as always, and all praise to our #NHS . @pm_raf_ns @mariabyford
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
Desperately still trying to regain some post covid run fitness. Does this count as a dangerous activity for gingers atm? 🥵☀️🕶🧑‍🦰
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
Emotional, humbling, inspiring. What an amazing #Pride2019 . Honoured to march beside such talented and courageous people. A true milestone to have @caz_paige with us, and I’m delighted that every pillar of 22Gp was represented! What a team 🏳️‍🌈❤️👍🏻 Our future is bright!
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Well isn’t Twitter just a delight today??? 🙄🙄 Seriously… Read The Room!!
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
You cannot be what you cannot see!!! What an inspiration these pair are. Team Brize rocks!! 👏
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Gp Capt Louise Henton
2 years
That’s a wrap! Thanks everyone, what an amazing 2 years! Best of luck to Gp Capt O’Grady! @RAFBrizeNorton
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Getting ready to celebrate the winners! #WiDAwards2021 👏👏
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
A little bit of healthy competition with the boss is ok right??? Also…. How awesome are @aircadets camps? Field craft, mountain biking, clay pigeon shooting, even sheltering from the rain seemed fun!
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
I’ve been trying to find the words to share my thoughts on what’s happened across the pond…. as a woman, a human, a nurse, a believer in democracy….. Without swearing… I just can’t find them. This will not stop abortions, it will stop patient safety. Utterly Shameful.
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
At the end of a long few days - time to reflect - I had some direct feedback earlier in the week on my performance in a mixed group; ‘you are just not quite like the others’ Whatever Normal is - whatever others are....... I’m at my best being authentically me.
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
Loved loved loved having my little sidekick in the office with me today. Slightly worried the Sqn would have preferred him as the new starter instead of me tbh. There was definitely more visitors to the Flt Cdrs Office than usual. 🐶🐶
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Read it, reflect on it , read it again. Be part of the change… we need to do this together.
@pinstripedline
Sir Humphrey
3 years
A damning report by Parliament is out about the experience of females in the British Armed Forces. There has arguably been a failure of values, standards and leadership at all levels. Change is badly overdue and desperately needed. Pinstripedline blog:
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Busy week coming up, kicking off the RAF Gender Network Launch by hosting @ChiefofAirStaff tomorrow - no pressure! Some great balance and reflection time this weekend. Every second by the sea makes me feel alive and ready to face the next challenge 🌊 🚤 🏊‍♀️
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
I am obviously a tad biased here- but a shout out to all my friends and colleagues (not just nurses!) working across front line services, planning teams and leadership roles in the @DMS_MilMed and #NHS . Thank you for your consistent effort to look after us all whatever the ask.
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RAF Logs (Mov) Trade Advisor
5 years
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
@adroitsurgical @jducanto I hope they didn’t pass the course/ serial if they chose to attempt intubation in that position and scenario. There is no reason to take that risk and not really something to encourage in a Trg environment
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
Reflecting on my first week of the course. Whilst there I was privileged to be able to watch #RAFSuperGrad . After the previous years of the 22Gp role it really was wonderful to be surrounded by the families of those graduating. Well done EVERYONE involved. What a week! 👏👏
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ACM Sir Rich Knighton
2 years
Huge congratulations to everyone on parade today @ComdtCranwell . My very best wishes for your continued success. To those family and loved ones who joined us, thank you for your unstinting support. @RoyalAirForce #NextGenRAF #RAFSuperGrad
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
Meeting the wife in London between her shifts for a quick birthday dinner and precious night tonight. Shhhh 🤫 surprise! 🍾🎂 🎉! Thanks to @unionjackclub for great service as always!
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Going out for a 🏃‍♀️ with a headtorch, coming back to this glorious sunrise. Perfect start to the week - have a good one everybody.
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Very proud PM. We will Remember
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PMRAFNS
4 years
Flt Lt Laura Foster, PMRAFNS, paraded the Book of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall. She was escorted by Flt Sgt Holly Chambers, PMRAFNS. However challenging times are, our greatest duty is to never forget. For those who do not grow old, it is our privilege to remember.
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
On holiday with @JohnNicholRAF . Wonderful writing, I continue to learn everyday. We really do stand on the shoulders of giants. A brilliant insight into the many human stories involved. Thank you John
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
Heading home after a brilliant week in Bavaria. Headspace, challenging ski conditions and an epic team around me. If any RAF Pers haven’t done one of the awesome Eagles Scheme weeks - why not? Go have a look what’s available! So many opportunities on offer
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Sarah Cotman
4 years
Just finished the final prep for Monday’s session, very much looking forward to hearing @ChiefofAirStaff share his thoughts on the first event to launch the RAF Gender Network. A brilliant week of engaging debate planned, who’s joining in?
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Sarah Cotman
2 years
I feel like the only person on my timeline not at #RIAT22 . But that’s ok - I headed to the coast for the weekend. Some blissful time on the water. Beautiful Pembrokeshire 😍🌊🚤😍🌊🚤 ☀️
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Sarah Cotman
3 years
When it feels like coming home :). Loving being back in the @unionjackclub for a few days. The perfect base whilst I work around London this week.
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
It would be disingenuous of me to ignore this. You never really know what battles people are facing in their own lives. There will be some of you saying ‘no one cares’. And ‘no big deal’. Pls watch the whole thing - it’s a big deal for him, for his world, for authenticity.
@thismorning
This Morning
5 years
Everyone here at #ThisMorning stands with our @schofe ❤️
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Sarah Cotman
5 years
Trans Day of Visibility - amongst all the other concerns atm. I can’t forget my courageous trans friends and colleagues. You have taught me so much about humanity and behaviours. Thank you - I am a very proud Trans Ally. #TDOV @RAF_LGBT
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