Vol. 7, Issue 7
143D SUSTAINMENT COMMAND (EXPEDITIONARY)
October 2013
ESC TODAY
SUPPORTING THE DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM
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Brig. Gen. Bryan W. Wampler, commanding general of the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), places a 143d patch on the right shoulder of a Soldier during a ceremony held Sept. 20 in Doha, Qatar. The ceremony signifies a Soldier’s commitment to the unit during operations conducted in a designated combat zone. Photo by Spc. Aaron Ellerman, 143d ESC
ESC today Commander 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) Brig. Gen. Bryan W. Wampler Command Executive Officer 143d ESC Mr. Fred Guzman Command Sergeant Major 143d ESC Command Sgt. Maj. Don B. Jordan Public Affairs Officer/Editor 143d ESC Maj. John Adams Sgt. John L. Carkeet IV “ESC Today” Layout & Graphic Designer
Inside This Issue >> Messages from the top..........................................................3 YLEAD Summit in Puerto Rico...............................................9 Soldier on the street...............................................................10 Supporting the defenders of freedom.................................12 Around the ESC..................................................................16
Sustaining friendship............................................................20 ‘I.A.M. Strong’.......................................................................22 873rd Quartermaster Company activates.............................23 143d ESC safety message...................................................24 ‘Droit et avant:’ How IG sustains victory................................25 ESC Today is the monthly command information magazine of the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) and is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense, according to provisions in Army Regulation 360-1. The opinions and views expressed in ESC Today are not necessarily official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Defense Department, Department of the Army or the headquarters, 143d ESC. The editorial content 2
of this publication is the responsibility of the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) public affairs officer. This publication is written, edited and published by the public affairs office of the 143d ESC, 9500 Armed Forces Reserve Dr., Orlando, Fla. 32827. Submit comments to: patrick.s.compton.mil@ mail.mil or call 800-221-9401 ext. 1132. Send editorial and photographic submissions to: patrick.s.compton..mil@mail.mil.
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CONTRIBUTORS: Lt. Col. Terrence P. Murphy 143d ESC Staff Judge Advocate Lt. Col. Brian Ray 143d ESC Chaplain Maj. Mark L. Carpenter 143d ESC Command Inspector General Maj. Sandra L. Gosciniak 143d ESC SHARP Officer 1st Lt. Nicole Rossman 143d ESC Public Affairs Executive Officer Master Sgt. Daniel Lopez 143d ESC Safety NCOIC Sgt. 1st Class Tim Lawn 1st Theater Sustainment Command Staff Sgt. Ian B. Shay 143d ESC Public Affairs NCO Staff Sgt. Rauel Tirado 204th Public Affairs Detachment Sgt. Elisebet Freeburg 204th Public Affairs Detachment Sgt. Tracy l. Korff 210th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment Spc. Aaron Ellerman 143d ESC Public Affairs Specialist Saul Marrero Army Child, Youth & School Services
The Command Post
T
he 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary)
is
civilians and their families.
performing
We need to continue to do all in our power
beyond expectations on a global
to support the Army as an institution. That
scale, and I am so very proud of all the
is why we will not assume risk in five critical
hard work of our Soldiers, civilians and
areas. They are:
family members who are making this reality
1. Sexual Harassment and
possible. Today’s total Army represents 1.1
Assault Prevention (SHARP)
million Soldiers, 266,000 Army civilians and
2. Suicide Prevention
1.4 million family members who are standing
3. Safety
united around the world. The Army’s primary
4. Risk Mitigation
purpose remains steadfast and the 143d ESC, now more than ever, is contributing on a global scale accomplishing numerous missions both home and abroad.
5. Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness
Brig. Gen. Bryan Wampler Commander 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary)
Commanders and leaders must continue to establish and sustain a positive climate, free
Many of you may ask yourselves what
from sexual assault and harassment while
exactly does the ESC do for the Army? Well,
upholding standards and fostering teamwork.
we plan, prepare and execute operational
Sexual harassment and assault is inconsistent
able to thrive and achieve their full potential.
sustainment, conduct Coalition and Joint
with Army values and the Army culture.
Please work to build trust and let’s all work to
Reception, Staging and Onward Movement,
Incorporating the Battle Buddy program and
create a positive climate through continuous
along with redeployment and re-posturing to
building a strong team is fundamental for all
education and training, peer involvement and
support operational requirements. This is our
solutions.
transparency.
mission when forward deployed, and we are currently engaged doing just that. for
units
across
Leader development is one of the pillars of
http://www.
the Army, which is a deliberate, continuous
sexualassault.army.mil/ or contact the
and progressive process that grows Soldiers
please
At home, we perform mission command functions
For more information concerning SHARP,
the
follow
this
link
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143d ESC SHARP coordinator Annamaria
and Army civilians into competent, committed
Southeastern states. Our mission command
Doby at 800-221-9401 x2410 or annamaria.
professional leaders of character. Our strategy
functions and daily tasks set the143d ESC
doby.civ@mail.mil. In addition, please
focuses on providing opportunities for our
apart from other operational commands in the
contact Maj. Sandra Gosciniak SARC/SHARP
members to complete training, educational
Army Reserve. To put it simply, the members
officer in charge, at sandra.l.gosciniak.
opportunities and gain experience through
of the 143d ESC are very good at what they
mil@mail.mil.
diverse assignments. It is so important that
do. None of this could be possible without
It is so important that we create a climate
all leaders within the command support our
our most precious resources: Soldiers, Army
and an environment in which every person is
members in taking advantage of institutional training,
operational
assignments
and
self-development courses. Through these opportunities, our members will develop vision and lead change, maintain a moral and ethical compass, and learn, think, adapt, balance risk and opportunity, build agility, construct effective and high performing teams, empower subordinates and underwrite risk. As always, stay safe out there, foster a profession at arms environment and continue to jealously protect the reputation of this great organization, the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary)! Photo by Staff Sgt. Ian Shay
143d ESC
Sustaining Victory! Army Strong!
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‘Officers of my unit . . .’ How many of you have seen an officer doing
Many of us know firsthand the time and
a task usually reserved for a noncommissioned
effort needed to cultivate a successful marriage.
officer? I wouldn’t be surprised if the answer is,
Much like married couples who work together
“all of us.”
to enrich their relationships and raise their
But this observation brings a more important
families, NCOs must work closely with the
question to bear: Why is an officer doing
officer corps to understand every leadership
an NCO’s job in the first place? That answer
level and how each one relates to leading the
requires no verbal reply because all we need to
team. In my experience, the most effective teams
do is look in the mirror and read the first line of
build around those NCOs who continuously
the last paragraph in the NCO Creed:
took initiative in projecting the unit’s needs and
“Officers of my unit will have maximum time to accomplish their duties. They will not have to accomplish mine.”
providing sound advice to their battle buddies. Our Army benefits greatly from NCOs who make decisions and seize opportunities that
Command Sgt. Maj. Don B. Jordan Command Sergeant Major 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary)
To become leaders of Soldiers, NCOs must
corresponded with their leadership’s intent.
earn the trust and confidence of not only their
Rarely should NCOs wait for officers to tell them
subordinates but their superiors as well. A key
exactly what to do and how to do it. Rather, they
element in creating an environment of mutual
must empower officers—particularly young
respect lies in the relationship between NCOs
lieutenants—by giving them the time and
and responsibilities. However, their goals of
and their officers.
resources to concentrate on unit effectiveness.
accomplishing the mission and promoting the
Shortly before his retirement in 1989, Maj.
I know of no better way to support the officer
welfare of their Soldiers should never deviate
Gen. Donald Infante, the former chief of
corps than upholding the standards, care and
from one another. By demonstrating sound
Army air defense, said, “the officer and NCO
professionalism of enlisted Soldiers. NCOs do
character traits, confidence and initiative,
relationship is like a marriage. When you’re
this by facilitating individual training programs
NCOs will not only earn the respect from their
married you take care of your partner. Together,
while fostering camaraderie among the ranks.
officers, but also that of our next generation of
you make sure things come out right.”
NCOs and officers have distinct duties
leaders.
“On the Way to the LZ”
Illustration by Sgt. 1st Class Tim Lawn
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1st TSC
‘Lights on After School’
The Army Reserve Child, Youth and School Services program will host its inaugural ‘Lights on After School’ event at the David R. Wilson Armed Forces Reserve Center in Orlando, Fla., Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon. This free event offers tutoring and other educational activities for children of 143d ESC Soldiers. For more information, contact Saul Marrero at saul.marrero.ctr@mail.mil.
Army Family Action Plan
The Army Family Action Plan is the primary tool to communicate to leaders issues of importance to Soldiers, retirees, family members and civilians. AFAP provides a “people’s perspective” of adjustments and improvements that will improve recruitment, retention and work-life satisfaction. AFAP issues encompasses a wide spectrum of issues to include benefits, entitlements, education, medical, child care, employment and relocation. Submit your issue today at http://www.arfp.org/index.php/programs/armyfamiy-action-plan.
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Reflections by the Chaplain SHOULDER TO SHOULDER
STAY ARMY STRONG!
Dear Soldiers and families of the 143d ESC,
as an Army family are to succeed in this critical
I’d like to take this opportunity to build on the
endeavor.
momentum that we as an Army Family built
Suicidal ideations and high-risk behaviors
during September which was Army Suicide
continue to be a huge concern for the Army.
Prevention Month. Our commanding general,
Suicide affects every segment of the force, and
Brig. Gen. Bryan W. Wampler, has stressed many
no rank, component or family is immune to its
times that this is one area in which we will not
effects. Suicidal and self-destructive behaviors
accept risk. Each of us in the 143d ESC Family . . .
have mental and physical dynamics that adversely
Soldiers, civilians, and families . . . must maintain
impact both Soldiers and their dependents. These
Lt. Col. Brian Ray Command Chaplain 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary)
the highest vigilance in this extremely important
impacts are not always visible from the outside
reinforces the shoulder-to-shoulder theme and
area. Moreover, the Army’s senior leadership
and often require intentional engagement at the
builds trust and communication at the individual
. . . Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Raymond
Battle Buddy level in order to reduce the risk of
Soldier level.
T. Odierno, Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F.
individuals engaging in destructive actions and/
Squad/Section Level: During each battle
Chandler and Secretary of the Army John M.
or thoughts. Across the 143d ESC, I would like
assembly, first-line supervisors should conduct
McHugh . . . stressed in a recent letter the “team
for us all to address this very real threat to our
at least one ten to fifteen minute section-level
effort” that must be part of our vigilance if we
Soldiers in the following manner.
“resiliency map check.” This map check reinforces
Individual Soldier Level: At the individual
the shoulder-to-shoulder model and provides
Soldier level, each service member should have a
a second level of risk reduction. The intended
143d ESC Shoulder to Shoulder Stay Army Strong
outcomes of the “map check” are stronger section
card with current point of contact information for
cohesion and greater esprit de corps.
his or her Battle Buddy, first line leader, chaplain and trusted family member or friend.
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Soldiers of the 143d ESC, you and I can meet this challenge. Standing “shoulder to shoulder”
Battle Buddy Level: Battle Buddy teams are the
with our Battle Buddy is the best line of defense.
“center of gravity” in suicide prevention. During
To quote a Maori proverb, “Turn your face to the
each battle assembly, first line leaders should
sun and the shadows will fall behind you.” When
ensure that every Battle Buddy team in his or her
the dark shadows of life come—and they come
section conducts a “link up operation.” The nature
at various points in life for all of us—let us turn
of this monthly link-up involves battle buddies
to our Battle Buddy or other trusted confidant
talking with one another about the current events
to help guide us back into the light of resiliency
in their life (e.g., positive, negative, challenging,
and strength. Together we will all stay ARMY
overwhelming, etc.). This monthly “link up”
STRONG!
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The Legal Corner
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ACHIEVING SUCCESS THROUGH DISCIPLINE
n deciding the subject of this month’s
various locations who are doing an exemplary
article, I thought about discussing the
job in their assigned tasks while under severely
pitfalls of having a “too easy” attitude in
understaffed circumstances.
the execution of our mission. To be sure, when
We all know we’re doing more with less
I speak of “too easy”, I interpret the words to
during this deployment. Success in our mission
mean having a misunderstanding that a tasking
requires the vigilant exercise of discipline. As
is simple and easily accomplished. In many
explained in Army Regulation 600-20, chapter
instances, such an erroneous belief leads to
4-1(a) (b):
mission failure. The more I thought about whether this was
“Military discipline is founded upon selfdiscipline, respect for properly constituted
an appropriate subject, however, the more
Lt. Col. Terence P. Murphy Staff Judge Advocate 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary)
observant I became of the tremendous effort of the 143d ESC’s contingency planning
cohesion, bonding, and a spirit of teamwork;
team led by Lt. Col. Chris Howard. There
by smartness of appearance and action; by
was nothing “too easy” about executing the
deference to seniors and mutual respect
planning mission. Howard’s solid leadership
between senior and subordinate personnel; by
was demonstrated by working long hours,
the prompt and willing execution of both the
expressing a willingness to listen, learning to
letter and the spirit of the legal orders of their
adjust, and a 24/7 professional attitude. His
lawful commanders; and by fairness, justice,
team has achieved great results even though the
and equity for all Soldiers, regardless of race,
job is not yet done. Based on my observations,
religion, color, gender and national origin.”
I determined that writing of a “too easy”
authority,
the
The above excerpt reveals the standard to
attitude would not do justice to the hard work,
professional Army ethic with its supporting
and
the
embracing
of
which – as Soldiers – we commit ourselves. It
determination, dedication and professionalism
individual values . . . [Military discipline]
also explains in words the character, quality
of the many Soldiers involved in the planning
is the result of effective training, [and] it is
and professionalism of our 143d Soldiers. It
mission. Indeed, to speak of Soldiers having
affected by every feature of military life. It
describes the how and why all of our Soldiers
a “too easy” attitude would not do justice to
is manifested in individuals and units by
are doing such a great job, wherever and in whatever capacity they are serving.
the overwhelming number of our Soldiers in
We’re trained, we’re ready, and we have demonstrated the unit’s ability to get the mission done even with reduced manpower and added mission requirements.
We are
prepared for all contingencies. The 143d ESC will continue to understand our mission even as it changes; we will adapt and overcome without complaint; and execute the mission however structured. As the Soldier’s Creed states, “[we are] disciplined, physically and mentally tough, trained and proficient in [our] warrior tasks Soldiers from the 143d ESC’s Judge Advocate General section sit atop of a T-55 tank Sept. 19 in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. The section provides legal services for scores of units currently deployed throughout the Middle East.
and drills”. We will succeed. We will serve with honor and return with honor. Photo by Sgt. John L. Carkeet IV
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CONUS: Charity E. Albritton (800) 221-9401 charity.e.albritton.civ@mail.mil
Kuwait: Maj. Sandy Gosciniak (772) 519-8926 sandra.l.gosciniak.mil@mail.mil Afghanistan: Master Sgt. Christine Wilkens (808) 429-5690
PHOTOS AND STORY BY STAFF SGT. RAUEL TIRADO Public Affiairs NCOIC, 204th Public Affairs Detachment
YLEAD Summit held in Puerto Rico
S
AN JUAN, Puerto Rico – In
[more
Soldiers
Family Values, When Deployment
in Puerto Rico, and that they
the backdrop of beautiful
from Puerto Rico in support of
Hits Home and Stress Management.
experience the same issues and
Old San Juan, more than
contingency operations.”
Altogether there were 10 different
concerns as military families in the
topics concerning military life for
U.S.
40 teenagers of Army Reserve
than]
5,000
Fernandez said it’s extremely
families from Puerto Rico attended
important
the Youth, Leadership, Education
information and services to family
and Development Summit Aug. 29
members of Soldiers.
through Sept. 2. The Children, Youth, and School Services
hosted
the
to
provide
any
the children to attend.
The former senator not only
VIP guests such as former Puerto
spoke to the children as a VIP
Rican senator Lucy Arce and Army
guest, she volunteered the weekend
“In this particular event, we’re
Reserve ambassadors Luis Berrios
to support the summit and CYSS
dealing with teenagers that are
and Horacio Cabrera were in
members who hosted the event.
YLEAD
mostly from our command,” said
attendance to talk with the group
summit. Some of the objectives of
Fernandez. “This is a difficult age.
of teenagers.
the summit are to connect youths
We must make sure the children
from
know
“I’m
very
surprised
at
the
maturity level of most of them,”
“I’m honored to have the privilege
said Arce, after spending the
are
to be part of this event on behalf of
weekend with the teens. “The sky is
with one another, learn about the
deployed and to give them the tools
our nation to speak with the youth
the limit for them in the future. The
Army Reserve, and participate in
to deal with the separation.”
of our military families,” said Arce.
tools and knowledge they received
“They are our future leaders.”
over the weekend will also help
Army
Reserve
families
why
their
parents
activities that promote success at
The summit provides teens with
home, in school and within the
group sessions lead by program
community.
Arce said the summit is an
directors from the Army Family
excellent
share
Along with group sessions, the
in
Advocacy and Military Family
information that helps teens cope
teens experienced a field trip to
experienced
Life Counseling. They participated
with military life. The program
the historic site of Castillo de San
deployments in which their parents
in several different sessions like
shows them they are not alone
Cristobal, a tour of the Puerto
Many
of
attendance
the
teenagers
have
program
to
them develop into young leaders.”
have been away from home for
Rico Capitol building and a visit
extended periods of time, while
to Hogar Intermedio de Mujures
other young teens are currently
community service project.
experiencing their first deployment
The teenagers bonded together
in which their mother or father is
in
overseas supporting continuing
throughout the weekend. On the
operations.
final night, many of them enjoyed
“This
is
a
very
team-building
activities
significant
showing off their singing and
program,” said Brig. Gen. Fernando
dancing skills in a talent show.
Fernandez, commanding general of
the
1st
Mission
Support
Command. “During the past 11 years, the 1st MSC has mobilized
Teens of Army Reserve families listen to a U.S. Park Ranger tell stories of the building of Castillo de San Cristobal National Historic Site during a field trip at the Youth Leadership Education and Development Summit held Aug. 29 to Sept. 2.
The summit was able to create new friendships, lasting memories and
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<<< YLEAD, continued lessons learned.
ready for the responsibilities. “Now that my father is away, I
For brothers and sister, Sergio,
have to take charge. I have to take
16, Fabio, 15, and Isabella, 11, this
care of my brother and sister, just
was their first YLEAD Summit. It
like my father,” said Sergio. “The
comes at a time when their father,
classes in coping with this situation
Spc. Jorge Guzman of the 49th
have helped me a lot. Staying busy
Multifunctional Medical Battalion,
will help me keep my mind off
is deployed to Afghanistan in
thinking about him, I know he’ll
support of Operation Enduring
come home safe.” One of the main purposes of the
Freedom. “I thought it was important
YLEAD Summit is to educate the
with
youth’s participants on the culture
deployments and knowing that
of the Army Reserves and provide
everything is going to be okay while
an understanding of deployments.
to
Teens of Army Reserve families tour the Castillo de San Cristobal National Historic Site during a field trip at the Youth Leadership Education and Development Summit held Aug. 29 to Sept. 2. Child, Youth, and School Services, a program that supports the readiness and well-being of Army Reserve families by reducing the conflict between parental responsibilities and mission requirements, hosts YLEAD summits throughout the country.
learn
about
dealing
my father is away to Afghanistan,” said Isabella.
“By doing these events and keeping your kids involved in your
For Fabio, his experience at the
military career, the children are
Capitol building and sessions of
having a better understanding what
values will be most memorable.
mom and dad do in the military,”
“I enjoyed studying about values
said Elsa Cortes, 1st MSC Family
and self esteem,” said Fabio. “It will
Program Director. “It makes them
help me make it through the year
feel that they’re part of the Army
while my father is in a dangerous
family, that they are important and
place.”
not alone. A happy family makes
As the oldest sibling, Sergio is
for a happy Soldier.”
on the street 143d ESC Soldiers deployed to Kuwait and Qatar were asked: “How has the 135th ESC helped you conduct your mission overseas?”
Sgt. Lisette Vera Human Resources Specialist Orlando, Fla.
Sgt. 1st Class John A. Rosado Senior Mortuary Affairs NCO Clermont, Fla.
Master Sgt. Emily J. Catala Operational Contract Support NCOIC Orlando, Fla.
“The 135th’s guidance has helped gel and create strong professional relationships with our counterparts and my fellow 143d ESC colleagues. This has fostered a team approach to support those strong relationships while adding value and meaning to my job position.”
“My counterpart gave me an overview of what the 135th is doing [in Qatar]. [Its mission] is different than what the 143d did in 2009, but his detailed explanations were helpful and will prepare me when we RIPTOA (Relief in Place/Transfer of Authority) with them in October.”
“The 135th ESC has taken the time to make sure I have all the tools and training I need to keep the mission moving forward. They’ve done an excellent job here, and our OCS team will continue to do the same!”
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Capt. C. Russell Green Battle Captain Midlothian, Va. “The 135th has allowed me to step in and perform my job while providing oversight and resourcing where needed. This ‘hands on’ approach has allowed a more rapid integration of lessons learned through training with real world mission requirements.”
Supporting the defenders of freedom
PHOTOS AND STORY BY SPC AARON ELLERMAN Public Affairs Specialist, 143d ESC
Soldiers from the 143d ESC pose in front of the U.S. Army Central Command sign Sept. 18 at Camp As Sayliyah, Qatar. The group arrived here in August to conduct planning missions for contingency operations throughout the region.
D
OHA, Qatar — “Have a CAS-tastic Day,” the electronic sign flashes at the entrance to Camp As Sayliyah, Qatar.
The expression, familiar to thousands of service members and personnel that traveled here, sums up the astounding quality of life and joyous attitude on camp. CAS is home to Area Support GroupQatar, which serves as the Army component headquarters for assigned Army forces and joint tenant units in this region. ASG-QA facilitates countless numbers of service members traveling through the AOR since establishing in 1993. A prior rest and recuperation destination, CAS became known as an oasis in this region. ASGQA however, has another important purpose; one that provides support to the war fighter. “Our main mission is to support and provide force protection for our forces that pass through CAS,” said Col. William Wozniak, commander, ASG-QA.
“That’s our charter; supporting the
defenders of freedom.” ASG-QA also provides housing facilities for Army Prepositioned Stock, a program which allows rapid deployment of equipment and goods to forward areas of operation. “I think a lot of people hear Qatar and they think that it’s just a rest and recovery spot,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Earla Reddock, Command Sgt. Maj., ASG-QA. “But this base has done a lot more than rest and recovery.” “ . . . the biggest issue is getting over the mindset that Qatar is only a rest and recovery location,” said
Soldiers from the 143d ESC help rotate medical supplies and inventory a warehouse Sept. 12 in Doha, Qatar. The Soldiers volunteered to help for two weeks during a medical logistics inventory. The warehouse serves as a site for Army Prepositioned Stocks, a program that allows quicker deployment of equipment and goods for forward areas of operation.
Maj. David Bornn, deputy commanding officer ASG-QA. “We are here specifically to support
business, [and] we ensured their Soldiers were well
143d ESC with the office space and furnishings
many different missions. The rest and recovery
taken care of so the command could focus on the
they needed, but we really tried to see how we
program is just a small facet of what ASG-QA has
mission.”
could make their move onto CAS seamless.”
been doing since 1993.” Setting off on a new endeavor, a group of Soldiers from the 143d Sustainment Command
Fatigued from a more than 17 hour journey here,
An element from the 135th Sustainment
the group of 143d ESC Soldiers welcomed the
Command (Expeditionary) and 143d ESC arrived
smooth transition onto CAS.
weeks prior to start preparing for the main group’s
(Expeditionary), an Army Reserve unit from
“I think the most important thing to do in
arrival. The elements worked closely with ASG-
Orlando, Fla., arrived at CAS in late August. Their
preparing for new arrivals is the way we bring
QA to identify and communicate what needs were
mission: to conduct sustainment planning for
them into CAS,” said Reddock. “When we found
required.
contingency operations throughout their area of
out when the 143d ESC was coming, we ensured
“I did not think the office space was going to
responsibility. The support from ASG-QA was
transportation was set up, rooms were ready, and
be this big,” said Lt. Col. William Schermerhorn,
critical to the success of this mission.
the senior leadership was met and taken care of.
distribution management chief, 143d ESC. “The
“When Col. Wozniak and I received the brief
We had a reception for the 143d the first night they
135th ESC did a great job of communicating our
on why the 143d ESC was coming and what they
arrived. If people feel they are part of a team and
needs to ASG-QA.”
needed, the key thing for me was to make sure
valued, they really want to do more.”
we had the barracks space and a bed available for
“It was incumbent upon us to make sure the
every Soldier,” said Reddock. “ [We} gave the
143d ESC knew all of the things that were available
143d ESC a location where they could conduct
to them on CAS,” said Wozniak. “We provided the
Having only a small group to accomplish the demanding workload of its monumental operation, the 143d ESC received help from the
See ‘FREEDOM,’ pg. 14 >>>
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<<< ‘FREEDOM,’ continued 135th ESC and ASG-QA to ease distractions, allowing Soldiers to better focus on their mission. “My main job in preparing for the 143d ESC’s arrival was to identify shortcomings and issues as far as resources. I think everything worked very smoothly,” said Bornn. “The level of professionalism I see among the units is amazing.” Bornn emphasized the importance of ASG-QA supporting the 143d ESC Soldiers, which are managing higher levels of responsibility, many of whom are the only point of contact for their section. “The Soldiers are doing a real world mission that is more focused here, and they all took on a significant amount of responsibility,” said Bornn. This burden of responsibility did not prohibit the Soldiers of the 143d ESC to participate in many activities on camp during resiliency periods. CAS offers a plethora of things for Soldiers to do including monthly marathons, miniature golf, bowling, a 3-D movie theater, off-post trips sponsored by the Morale, Welfare and Recreation office and more. With tensions in the region rising, the need for the 143d ESC to conduct real world exercises and planning missions is imperative. With the support from the 135th ESC and ASG-QA, the 143d turned bare walls and carpet into an efficient and productive operations center where they execute their mission while maintaining communication with other elements spread throughout the region. Having an operational center in Qatar allows the 143d ESC and its counterparts to come together in a strategic centralized location. “I was shocked at the number of strategic partners that were here,” said Schermerhorn. “It’s great when you can walk over and talk to a person face to face.” ASG-QA was pivotal in helping the 143d ESC become operational and provided support at every opportunity. “ASG-QA was over here on a constant basis making sure everything was functioning,” said Schermerhorn. “They have been extremely responsive.” During its stay on CAS, the 143d ESC established many great relationships with the units it worked with.
Col. William Wozniak, commander, Area Support Group-Qatar, answers questions during an interview Sept. 11. Wozniak, who took command of ASG-QA in July, is the main proponent in upholding the ASG-QA charter to support the defenders of freedom. ASG-QA serves as an Army component headquarters for assigned Army forces and joint tenant units. 14
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Soldiers from the 143d ESC, headquartered in Orlando, Fla., act as wounded victims during a Mass Casualty Exercise at an undisclosed location Sept. 24. The exercise is designed to test the effectiveness of every first responder on base such as firefighters, emergency medical technicians, quick response forces, explosive ordnance teams and military police. “What I really like about the 143d ESC is that they jumped in and became a part of the CAS team immediately,” said Wozniak. “With the 143d ESC, 135th ESC and ASG-QA all working together, I know there is no limit to what can be done.”
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AROUND THE ESC
Photo by Sgt. Tracy Korff
Photo by Sgt. John L. Carkeet IV
143d ESC
Brig. Gen. Bryan W. Wampler (front), commanding general of the 143d ESC, leads his fellow Soldiers on a unit run Aug. 26 at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. Wampler and more than 150 troops from the 143d ESC arrived in Kuwait several days earlier in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Photo by Spc. Aaron Ellerman
143d ESC
Air Force Staff Sgt. Jessica Wofford (left), ultrasound technician with the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, applies moulage or medical training material Sept. 24 to Spc. Kayla Farrar, a signal support specialist with the 143d ESC. Several Soldiers from the 143d ESC acted as victims in a mock attack to test emergency response procedures. 16
210th MPAD
Lt. Col. Brian K. Woodford receives the 362nd Quartermaster Battalion colors from Lt. Col. John Perrel during the 362nd Quartermaster Battalion change of command ceremony Aug. 10 in Winterville, N.C.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Ian Shay
143d ESC
Col. Chris Bagley, chief of staff for the 143d ESC and 1st Theater Sustainment Command (forward), places the 143d ESC’s patch on the right shoulder of Cpl. Chuck Kwon, the unit’s only aircraft maintenance supervisor, during a patching ceremony held Sept. 20 in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. Dating back to the Second World War, this tradition signifies that a Soldier served in a forward theater of operations during a time of war.
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Spc. Brian Torres, a signal support systems specialist with the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), replaces a defective laptop screen Sept. 9 in Doha, Qatar.
Photo by Spc. Aaron Ellerman
143d ESC
Soldiers from the 143d ESC pose for a group photo after competing in the Camp As Sayliyah annual Patriots Day 5k run Sept. 11 in Doha, Qatar. Chief Warrant Officer Rui Wu, the 143d ESC’s support operations air mobility chief, took third place with a time of 20:49, beating more than 300 participants. The Morale, Welfare and Recreation department here hosts at least one run every month.
Photo by Sgt. John L. Carkeet IV
143d ESC
Master Sgt. Alejandro J. Arroyo, the 143d ESC’s G3 Operations noncommissioned officer in charge, poses next to a young cowboy during the 76th annual Gatesville Riding Club Rodeo held Aug. 15 in Gatesville, Texas. Arroyo and scores of other Soldiers from the 143d ESC received free admission to this uniquely American tradition that included various events from barrel racing to bull riding.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Rauel Tirado
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AROUND THE ESC
Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Tim Lawn
1st TSC
Brig. Gen. Duane A. Gamble (left), deputy commanding general of the 1st Theater Sustainment Command, presents a 1st TSC combat patch to Chief Warrant Officer 1 Sandra Hawkins (right), a 143d ESC Soldier now serving as the 1st TSCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property book officer, Sept. 20 in Kabul, Afghanistan. Hawkins and more than 70 Soldiers from the 143d ESC received combat patches that day as part of their deployment to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Ian Shay
Photo by Sgt. John L. Carkeet IV
Photo by Staff Sgt. Ian Shay
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Soldiers from the 143d ESC break tradition to bolster teamwork and camaraderie by playing kickball during their Saturday physical training session Sept. 14 at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. Here, Spc. Sunni Phan, class six operator and maintenance, attempts to boot the ball out of the court. 18
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Soldiers from the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) take part in a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration Sept. 24 at the Zone 1 Morale, Welfare and Recreation facility in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. The celebration included live song performances, a Zumba cultural dance demonstration, and guest speakers honoring Hispanic culture.
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Soldiers from the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) show off the shirts they earned after running five kilometers in the 9/11 Patriot Run held Sept. 11 in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. Hundreds of service members and Department of Defense civilians displayed their patriotic spirit by wearing red, white and blue attire and waving old glory as they ran across the desert landscape.
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Several Soldiers from the 135th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) and the 143d ESC took a few hours out of their precious resiliency time Sept. 9 to volunteer at the Kuwait Society for the Protection of Animals and Their Habitat, the country’s only animal welfare organization. Here, Staff Sgt. Lance Stewart, the G3 operations noncommissioned officer for the 143d ESC, pets a horse recently abandoned by his owners.
Photo by Sgt. Elisebet Freeburg
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After seven years in hibernation, Soldiers from the 873rd Quartermaster Company celebrate their return to duty during an activation ceremony held Sept. 15 in West Palm Beach, Fla. Here, Command Sgt. Maj. Jose A. Licea, command sergeant major for the 332nd Transportation Battalion, joins the 873rd’s youngest Soldier in cutting the ceremonial cake.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Ian Shay
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SUSTAINING FRIENDSHIP Soldiers stand shoulder to shoulder since second grade BY STAFF SGT. IAN SHAY Public Affairs NCO, 143d ESC
I
t’s zero dark thirty in Kuwait
dripping in sweat are two young
International
Airport,
Soldiers from the 143d Sustainment
and the heat has already
Command (Expeditionary): Spc.
announced its presence to the new
Colin Bucko, a paralegal specialist,
arrivals. Like the fire from a dragon’s
and Spc. Duncan Hayward, a
mouth it has sucked out the oxygen
human resources specialist. It’s
around them.
their first time overseas and their
of
A selected group
noncommissioned
officers
first
introduction
to
Kuwait’s
and enlisted Soldiers prepare for
climate. Details like this one are
baggage detail outside the recently
nothing new to these fresh faced
landed 747.
specialists. It comes with the rank
It’s been a long day. Two flights
in a unit structured at a command
consisting of more than 14 hours
level where smooth faces are
flying time in addition to an eight
seldom seen in a sea of wrinkled
hour loss of time has left the
skin and gray hair.
Childhood friends Spc. Duncan Hayward (left) and Spc. Colin Bucko (right) reunite as Soldiers assigned to the 143d Sustainment Command (Expedtionary). The pair is deployed to Kuwait in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Photo by Cathie Bucko
Soldiers aboard exhausted, but
For most of the younger Soldiers,
blue eyed Bucko. He has just moved
Colin and Duncan would soon
hundreds of bags must be unloaded
the first deployment overseas can
to Florida from Chicago and is
set out on their own journey
from the 747 that took them to
come with added anxiety and
about to start the 2nd grade. Colin
together. Their childhood days
their destination.
stress having never been away
enters the Saint Mary Magellan
were spent doing normal kid
from family and friends for such an
schoolhouse in Altamonte Springs,
things, like playing video games,
Soldiers from multiple units— some of whom have never met before now—start to take off their uniform blouses, strap on gloves and stretch out for the detail. Most of the bags are bulging at the
[
“We’re always there for each other. We balance each other out pretty well. He can be the bad guy, and I am the the nice guy.”
]
soccer, reading books and building forts. “Lord of the Rings” would hold particular interest to the boys, culminating in both of them getting tattoos later in life. Colin’s
seams, many weighing more than
extended period of time; but Bucko
Fla., and glides into an empty
can be seen on his upper right arm,
70 pounds ready to draw all the
and Hayward share a bond that
seat. The friends and faces he was
bearing the elvish words seen on
energy from the worn out Soldiers
was forged far before their time in
accustomed to are ghosts now,
the popular one ring and Duncan’s
unloading them.
Army green.
replaced with child sized strangers.
white tree of Gondor, can be seen
Among the stubble covered faces
It’s a new day for blonde haired,
One student takes a particular interest in the skinny pale kid from
Few things have ever tested their
Chicago and decided to introduce
friendship. They have avoided ever
himself.
coming to blows, but they did
“I remember he didn’t have anyone,”
said
Hayward,
who’s
much smaller physique and darker features contrast those of the outsider from Chicago. “We were Fifth graders Bucko (left) and Hayward (right) attend a Drug Abuse Resistance Education forum at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic School in the sping of 2003. Photo by Tracy Hayward
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on his lower leg and calf.
encounter a few bumps along the way. “All through middle school, we liked the same girls,” said Duncan. One
girl,
Lauren,
had
both reading ‘The Magic Treehouse’
predominantly caught the eyes of
books, which are fantasy books like
both boys.
King Arthur, where two kids go off on these adventures.” Like the children in the stories,
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“He (Colin) was dating her and I
See ‘FRIEND,’ pg. 21 >>>
Hayward (left) attends Bucko’s (center) high school graduation June 2010 at Lyman High School in Longwood, Fla. Bucko enlisted in the Army Reserve after completing his first year at Seminole State College in Sanford, Fla., while Hayward would follow in Bucko’s footsteps after his sophomore year at the Univeristy of North Florida in Jacksonville, Fla.
Photo by Tracy Hayward
<<< ‘FRIEND,’ continued in with Colin’s family. The
would make his transition from
disaster illustrated the close
the 174th Legal Operations
liked her,” said Duncan. “They
knit connection their friendship
Detachment, and when the
kept breaking up, and I had
forged within their own families.
opportunity
known her since preschool.”
Photo by Cathie Bucko
The inseparable pair competed in several sports through their high school career. Here, Hayward (left) and Bucko (right) run in a cross country meet during their sophomore year at Bishop Moore Catholic High School in Orlando, Fla.
presented
itself
After high school the young
for deployment, Bucko would
But as teenage boys do,
men took another step in their
finally get the chance to rejoin
they quickly forgot all about
friendship when they decided to
his friend, this time in uniform.
the Lauren incident and their
push open the doors at the local
Their time in Camp Arifjan
friendship prevailed.
recruitment center and signed
has just started, and Hayward
“We’re always there for each
up for the Army. Duncan’s
and Bucko fill their nights with
other,” said Colin. “We balance
parents responded with support
many of the same activities:
each other out pretty well. He
while Colin’s mother was less
video games, working-out at
can be the bad guy, and I am the
than enthusiastic about her baby
the gym and watching movies.
nice guy.”
boy leaving the nest.
Even though their present has
Even their families have grown
Colin would morph into Pvt.
been decided, their future is
close, and that was never more
Bucko while Duncan waited
still a mystery. Both men attend
apparent than during Hurricane
to enter basic until after a year
different universities and have
Charlie in 2004, when Duncan’s
of college. Hayward would
different goals in life. Whatever
family home was destroyed
start his career as a specialist
paths they take, their friendship
and for a time they moved
with the 143d ESC. Spc. Bucko
is sure to endure.
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BY MAJ. SANDY GOSCINIAK Sexual Assualt Response Coordinator, 143d ESC
What is I. A.M. Strong?
2. Considering whether the situation needs attention: The Department of Defense has chosen to link “duty” with sexual assault prevention. Service members need to understand that it is their moral duty to pay attention to situations that put their friends and co-workers at risk.
Intervene, Act and Motivate (I. A.M.) Strong is the Army’s campaign to
3. Deciding if there is a responsibility to act: A great deal of research
combat sexual assaults by engaging all Soldiers in preventing sexual assaults
has been done to understand the conditions that encourage people to get
before they occur. This month we’ll focus on ways to safely intervene to
involved. There are situational factors that influence a person’s willingness
stop sexual assaults before they occur. The following information on Active
to act. These include the presence of other witnesses, the uncertainty of the
Bystander Intervention was provided by the Department of Defense Sexual
situation, the apparent level of danger or risk to the victim, and the setting
Assault Prevention and Response Office from www.sapr.mil.
of the event. Personal characteristics of the bystander also contribute to a
What is Active Bystander Intervention?
decision to act. Helping someone you know
This approach encourages people to identify situations that might lead to a sexual assault and then safely intervene to prevent an assault from occurring. Active bystander intervention discourages victim blaming by switching the focus of prevention to what a community of people can do collectively. The approach also allows for a change in cultural expectations by empowering everyone to say or do something when they see inappropriate or harmful behavior This method of intervention places the responsibility of sexual assault prevention on both men and women.
When choosing what form of assistance to use, there are a variety of ways to intervene. Some of them are direct, and some of them are less obvious to the perpetrator: Making up an excuse to get him or her out of a potentially dangerous situation Letting a friend or coworker know that his or her actions may lead to serious consequences Never leaving a his or her side, despite the efforts of someone to get him/ her alone or away from you Using a group of friends to remind someone behaving inappropriately
How to intervene
that his or her behavior should be respectful Taking steps to curb someone’s use of alcohol before problems occur
There are three components to Active Bystander Intervention:
Calling the authorities when the situation warrants
1. Recognizing when to intervene: Some people might be concerned that
Understanding how to safely implement the choice. Safety is paramount
they are being encouraged to place themselves in jeopardy to stop crimes
in active bystander intervention. Usually, intervening in a group is safer
in progress. This is not the case. There are many situations and events that
than intervening individually. Also, choosing a method of intervention that
occur prior to a sexual assault that are appropriate for intervention. Active
de-escalates the situation is safer than attempting a confrontation. However,
bystander intervention encourages people to watch for those behaviors and
there is no single rule that can account for every situation. Service members
situations that appear to be inappropriate, coercive and harassing.
must use good judgment and always put safety first.
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873rd Quartermaster Company activates Capt. Teria Belgrave (left), commander of the 873rd Quartermaster Company, and 1st Sgt. Jose L. Lopez, unfurl the unit’s guidon during its activation ceremony held Sept. 15 in West Palm Beach, Fla.
PHOTOS AND STORY BY SGT. ELISEBET FREEBURG Public Affairs NCO, 204th Public Affairs Detachment
W
EST PALM BEACH, Fla. – After seven years of inactivation, the 873rd Quartermaster Company was reactivated in a ceremony in West Palm Beach, Fla. on Sept. 15 with friends, family, and dignitaries in attendance.
The approximately 150 troops have come from different units to the 873rd with about
one third being brand new Soldiers, scheduled to attend Initial Entry Training before returning to the unit. One of the ceremony planners, Spc. John G. Moore, from Daytona Beach, Fla., works full time for the unit as an Active Guard Reserve mechanic. “I’m excited to bring everyone up to speed in Army readiness,” he said. “We have a good full-time staff, and lots of strong leadership.” According to the 873rd’s senior enlisted Soldier, 1st Sgt. Jose L. Lopez, a new Reserve center is scheduled for completion in April 2014. Right now, the 873rd QM Co. and several other Army Reserve units are sharing limited space with the Army National Guard in the current building. During the ceremony, West Palm Beach Mayor Jeri Muoio addressed the crowd. “I personally appreciate the freedom of life granted to us and the American way of life,” she said. Muoio thanked the 873rd and noted that the legacy 9/11 left to us requires a higher level of devotion and dedication by our military. The new unit commander, Capt. Teria Belgrave, reminded her troops to live the Army values and thanked those present for their continued support. Also in attendance was the commander of the 332nd Transportation Battalion, Maj. Joseph Hagge, and Command Sgt. Maj. Jose A. Licea. The 873rd reports directly to the 332nd Trans. Bn. “Victorious warriors win first, then go to war,” said Hagge. Hagge went on to explain that Soldiers win first by establishing relationships with family, reaching proficiency with Army jobs and tasks, and developing partnerships with the local communities. “The 873rd Quartermaster Company is a good asset to our own battalion,” said Licea. “Not only because of their skill level, but also because of the experience they have. I’m sure they’ll do a good job at peace time and at war.” The 873rd QM Co. was inactivated Sept. 15, 2006, in Miami, Fla., and officially
Capt. Teria Belgrave (left), commander of the 873rd Quartermaster Company, and Maj. Joseph Hagge (right), commander of the 332nd Transportation Battalion, cut the ceremonial cake celebrating the 873rd’s reactivation. Approximately one third of the 873rd’s Soliders will temporarily leave the unit to complete Initial Entry Training.
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143d ESC SAFETY MESSAGE BY MASTER SGT. DANIEL LOPEZ Safety NCOIC, 143d ESC
D
id you know Oct. 6-12 is fire Prevention
Week?
This
was
established to commemorate the
Great Chicago Fire, tragically killing more than 250 people, leaving 100,000 homeless, destroying more than 17,400 structures and burning more than 2,000 acres. The fire began Oct. 8, 1871, but did most of its damage on Oct. 9. While the Great Chicago Fire was a fiery two-
started a brush fire. Before long, the fast-moving
negligence and avoidable mistakes. Instead, let’s
day stretch, it wasn’t the biggest. That distinction
flames were whipping through the area ‘like a
lean forward. As our Command Sgt. Maj. Don
goes to the Peshtigo Fire, the most devastating
tornado,’ some survivors said. It was the small
B. Jordan says, “just do what we’ve been trained
forest fire in American history. The fire, which
town of Peshtigo, Wis., that suffered the worst
to do.” This includes prohibiting the possession
also occurred on Oct 8, 1871, roared through
damage. Within an hour, the entire town had
and use of:
Northeast Wisconsin, burning down 16 towns,
been destroyed.
~ daisy chains
killing 1,152 people, and scorching 1.2 million
As we all know fires especially electrical
acres before it ended. Historical accounts of the
fires, here in theater continue to be an enemy
fire say that the blaze began when several railroad
waiting for the opportunity to create havoc and
workers clearing land for tracks unintentionally
destruction. Let us not feed this enemy with
~ coffee pots or microwaves in living quarters ~ smoking within 50 feet of main entrance to any building ~ individual or personal heaters
TEEN SAFETY G
GRADUATED DRIVER LICENSING SAVES LIVES raduated
Driver
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need
make
commitment
driving
with their teens to manage their
skills in low risk situations, moving
driving experience and also should
through driver license stages with
set a good example by modeling
gradually increasing responsibility.
the behavior they expect. You
Motor vehicle crashes kill more
can implement life-saving GDL
teens than homicide, suicide and
practices
disease combined, mostly due to
following these six tips:
inexperience and distractions.
1. Extend the learner’s permit period
in
work
a
to
practice
to
to
Licensing allows teens
Motor vehicle crashes are the No.
24
Parents
your
closely
home
by
2. Set a nighttime driving restriction
1 cause of death for teens. Teaching
3. Set a passenger restriction
teens about GDL reduces teen
4. Ban cell phone use while driving
driver crashes and deaths by up to
5. Make safety belts mandatory
40 percent.
6. Prohibit alcohol
‘DROIT ET AVANT’ how ig sustains victory
~ Advising commanders on the effectiveness
BY MAJ. MARK L. CARPENTER
T
Command Inspector General, 143d ESC
of the Organizational Inspection Program.
he eyes, ears, voice and conscience of the commander, the Inspector General (IG) conducts thorough
and impartial inspections and investigations
~ Conducting inspections as the commander requires and monitoring corrective actions. ~Receiving allegations and conducting investigations and investigative inquiries. ~ Monitoring and informing the commander of trends, both positive and negative, in all
maintain
activities.
values,
readiness
and
A personality or interpersonal technique that negatively affects organizational climate.
overarching goal is to help unit leaders Army
An apparent lack of concern for the wellbeing of subordinates.
and provides assistance and training. The
effectiveness in order to promote well-being,
Three key elements that contribute to this climate are:
A conviction by subordinates that the leader is motivated primarily by self-interest. Leaders are Soldiers first and we are all
as
Soldiers. In holding true to the Army values,
good order and discipline. Everything we do
appropriate, to obtain items for the special
the extensive wielding of respect can go a
is based on a standard.
attention of inspectors and to arrange for
long way in mitigating even the most difficult
technical assistance.
leader interactions.
All IGs serve their commanders and
~Consulting
with
staff
sections,
their commands by performing the four IG
~Providing the commander continuous,
Leaders can protect themselves and their
functions. The IGs use these functions to seek
objective and impartial assessments of the
sections from toxic leadership perceptions by:
out systemic issues that adversely affect the
command’s operational and administrative
~Doing the right thing! A high standard
command and the Army. They then inspect
effectiveness.
those systemic issues to identify problem areas
~Assisting Soldiers, Army civilians, family
and make recommendations that directly
members, retirees, and other members of
address the causes of these problem areas.
the force who seek help with Army~related
The two main concepts that bear directly
problems.
upon and often characterize the execution of these four functions are the IG tenet of
doesn’t mean toxicity. ~Conducting
professional
counseling
sessions to clarify expectations. ~Knowing
their
Soldiers
better
communicating with them.
~ Identifying and helping to resolve systemic problems.
For IG support or additional information, your IG team can be reached as follows:
confidentiality and the restrictions placed
The number one thing senior leaders are
on the distribution and use of IG records.
getting in trouble with is ignoring issues that
Carpenter,
Although confidentiality is not guaranteed, it
bubble up in their sections by focusing on
mark.l.carpenter.mil@mail.mil
is protected to the utmost capacity.
Command Inspector General, Maj. Mark
mission so much that they overlook the drama
Master
command Sgt.
Inspector
Samantha
St.
General:
Louis,
IGs are responsible for:
that is happening to the human element of the
noncommissioned officer in charge:
~Advising commanders and staffs on
organization. When this happens it can create
samantha.b.stlouis.mil@mail.mil.
a toxic climate and an increase in complaints.
Droit et Avant (right, then forward).
inspection policy.
by
IG
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Training, discipline and standards are the bedrock of our Army, and as Soldiers, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been taught what right looks like. As leaders, you have a duty and a responsibility to maintain standards in your formation. You also have an obligation to your Soldiers and their families to manage risk and take action to correct problems. In our fight against accidental pr fatalities, knowledge is the weapon of choice.
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