Our Core ValuesWarrant Officer Kobleur, USNSCC06 NOV 04

AgendaReview of USNSCC policies on:FraternizationSexual HarassmentHazing

Discussion of our Core ValuesCouragePhysicalMoral

HonorIntegrityResponsibilityLeadership

CommitmentCompetence

The Sailors CreedI am a United States Sailor.I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and I will obey the orders of those appointed over me.I represent the fighting spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to defend freedom and democracy around the world.I proudly serve my countrys Navy combat team with honor, courage and commitment.I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.

FraternizationNo person in the Navy is to enter a personal relationship that is unduly familiar, does not respect differences in rank, and is prejudicial to good order and discipline.US Navy Regulations, Article 1165So what is it?Calling others by first name while on duty.Calling others by only last name while on duty if different in rank.Allowing a personal relationship to influence behavior or action while on duty.Favoritism.What does fraternization mean to you?

Questions on Fraternization?

Sexual HarassmentSo what is it?A form of sex discriminationUnwelcome sexual advancesRequests for sexual favorsOther verbal or physical contact that is sexual in natureCause for administrative punishment, or separation (USNSCC)Cause for punishment, separation, or other action under UCMJ (DoD active duty/reservists)NSCC policy on sexual harassment in any form is zero tolerance.USNSCC Regulations, Chapter 9, Sections 0933.0-0933.5What does sexual harassment mean to you?

When is it sexual harassment?Sexual harassment occurs when

Submission to or rejection of such conduct is made, either explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of a persons job, pay, or career, or

Submission to or rejection of such conduct by a person is used as a basis for career or employment decisions affecting that person, or

Such conduct interferes with an individuals performance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment.

For a persons behavior to be considered sexual harassment, it must meet three (3) criteria:

1. Be unwelcome2. Be sexual in nature3. Occur in or impact on the work environment

What to do?Talk about concerns or objections directly with person exhibiting the behaviorTell them to stop, that it is inappropriate and unwelcomeIf behavior continues, immediately notify chain of commandALL allegations are investigatedResolved at lowest possible levelConfidentiality maintained to extent possibleDo NOT bypass chain of command (unless next senior is the offender)

Questions on Sexual Harassment?

HazingSo what is it?Different from ceremonies, initiations, & rites of passageOften impromptu, unsupervisedFalse perception of right to subject another to personal abuseDegrading to a persons characterMay contain sexual overtonesPotential for bodily harm existsIntended to isolate or excludeSubjects a person to ridicule or embarrassmentUndermines morale and esprit de corpsUnacceptable, not tolerated, grounds for separation or action under UCMJ (active duty & reservists)

No person shall be subjected to oppression by one of higher rank.USNCC Regulations, Chapter 9, Article 0922.2What does hazing mean to you?

Questions on Hazing?

Policy on False AccusationsFiling false accusations is just as serious as the relevant offenseThose who knowingly submit false accusations are subject to same discipline as those who commit the actual offense

CourageBravery is the capacity to perform properly even when scared half to death.General of the Army Omar N. Bradley, USAMoral courage simply means you do what you think is right without bothering too much about the effect on yourself.Field Marshall Sir William Slim, British ArmyAll men are afraid in battle. The coward is the one who lets his fear overcome his sense of duty.General George S. Patton, jr., USAWhat does courage mean to you?So what is it?The ability to put fear aside and accomplish the mission.Moral courage is doing the right thing, no matter the cost.Moral courage is the rarest of human qualities.

HonorWhat does honor mean to you?War must be carried on systematically, and to do it you must have men of character activated by principles of honor.General George Washington, Continental ArmySo what is it?The sum of qualities which enables you to live with yourself. It derives from doing your full duty. It derives from keeping your commitments. It derives from integrity, responsibility, and leadership.DutyHonorCountry. Those three hallowed words reverently dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, what you will be.General of the Army Douglas MacArthur, USA

IntegrityOf all the qualities a leader must have, integrity is the most important.Major General Perry Smith, USAFThese ideals are at the heart and soul of our military profession: integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.General Ron Fogleman, USAFSo what is it?The basis of all leadershipDoing what is right, even if no one is watchingWhat does integrity mean to you?

ResponsibilityWhen you do a deed, you bear responsibility for it.Marshall of the Soviet Union Georgi Zhukov, Soviet ArmyA General Officer who will invariably assume the responsibility for failure, whether he deserves it or not, and invariably give credit for success to others, whether they deserve it or not, will achieve outstanding success.General George S. Patton, jr., USAWhat does responsibility mean to you?So what is it?Proactive ownership of a task or assignment.Trustworthiness in the eyes of your shipmates.A commitment to perform to the best of your abilities.Something you should seek out. Dont believe the NAVY acronym story.Mistakes happen. You will make them. Try not to make the same one twice. Learn from your mistakes, own up to them, and accept the consequences of your actions.

LeadershipYou young lieutenants have to realize that your platoon is like a piece of spaghetti. You cant push it. Youve got to get out in front and pull it.General George S. Patton, jr., USAWhat does leadership mean to you?you will not eat, sleep, smoke, sit down, or lie down until your soldiers have had a chance to do these things. If you do this, they will follow you to the ends of the earth. If you do not, I will break you in front of your regiments.Field Marshall Sir William Slim, British ArmySo what is it?The ability to get people to set aside personal interests to achieve a higher goal.A quality in chronically short supplyyou are constantly evaluated on your potential.Its like Arthard to define, but everybody knows it when they see it (or dont).Observe great leaders to learn from them and develop your own skills.Leaders are MADE, not BORN.Those who would be great leaders must first be great followers.Do not give an order you are unwilling or unable to carry out yourself.Praise in public, counsel in private.Accomplish your mission, and take care of your people.

CommitmentWhat does commitment mean to you?The merit of the action lies in finishing it to the end.Genghis Khan, Mongol RulerTry not. Do, or do not.Jedi Master Yoda, Rebel AllianceSo what is it?You are all in, constantly learning to increase competence.Intensely proud, and loyal up and down the chain of command.Half-hearted efforts are a waste of time and resources.Your followers wont be any more committed than you are.If you cant find a way, make oneno excuses!The American soldier expects his sergeant to be able to teach him how to do his job. And he expects even more from his officers.General of the Army Omar N. Bradley, USA

Recommended ReadingBasic Military Requirements, NAVEDTRA 14325Wisdom of the Generals, MAJGEN William Cohen, USAFR (RET)The New Art of the Leader, MAJGEN William Cohen, USAFR (RET)Becoming A Leader The Annapolis Way, Brad Johnson & Greg HarperCharacter In Action, The US Coast Guard On Leadership, Donald Phillips & RADM James Loy, USCG (RET)

Questions?

We make a distinction between physical and moral courage. Have the courage of your convictions. All of you are young adults, all of you know by now what is right and what is wrong. Peer pressure and group dynamics can be very strong, but it is your duty to not be afraid to speak out if you see something happening that you know to be wrong.