secretariat
/ˌsɛkrəˈtɛriət/
Definition
An administrative office or department responsible for managing the organizational, planning, and clerical tasks of a specific project, government body, or institution.
Etymology
The word originates from the Medieval Latin 'secretarius,' meaning 'confidential officer' or 'scribe.' It evolved through French to denote a department or office that handles the secret or administrative business of an organization.
In the news
In this article, Tewanee Joseph holds a position within a specialized secretariat dedicated to managing the planning and execution of major sporting and entertainment events for the Squamish Nation. It highlights his role in ensuring Indigenous inclusion and oversight during the World Cup planning process.
From the 2010 Olympics to the World Cup, Vancouver has pioneered Indigenous inclusion
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