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USS Gerald R. Ford Rocks to the Beats of Free Daps and Street Drum Corps
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September 5, 2023 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – Entertainment groups Free Daps and Street Drum Corps performed aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) and Naval Air Station Sigonella for over 1,800 Sailors on August 18-19, 2023. The live event was hosted by Commander, Navy Installations Command’s (CNIC), Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR)’s Navy Entertainment Program in partnership with MWR’s Deployed Forces Support...
Virtual Single Sailor Program Brings Game Night to Sailors Across Navy Region EURAFCENT
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Virtual Single Sailor Program Brings Game Night to Sailors Across Navy Region EURAFCENT May 202, 2025 | Story by Jessica Donnelly | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON --- Single Sailors from across Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central (EURAFCENT) came together on April 24 for an evening of laughter, competition and connection during the Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s (MWR) Virtual Single Sailor Program (VSSP) latest live-streamed event, “Clash of the Sailors.&...
Freedom Circus Brings Bold Performance and Big Crowds Across Navy Region EURAFCENT
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November 26, 2025 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) communities across Europe were delivered a memorable experience earlier this month as Navy MWR Entertainment hosted the highly anticipated Freedom Circus tour. This world-class production, renowned for its family-oriented entertainment and extraordinary performances, visited four installations in Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central (EURAFCENT), captiv...
Leadership in Training: Executive Students Gain Valuable Knowledge During San Diego's Child and Youth Training
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June 17, 2024 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – The Navy’s Child and Youth Programs (CYP) play an integral part in providing quality of life care to Navy children. The Leadership in Training (LIT) Executive students have been working hard to gain valuable knowledge of this vital program as part of their leadership journey from May 21 through June 27, 2024. Brittany Samis, Southwest Region Program Analyst for Professional Development, an...
Launching Future Leaders: Navy’s Fleet and Family Readiness Initiates Leadership in Training Program
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By Naomi Wilkins, Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON - After months of course development, reviewing resumes, stakeholder meetings and logistical coordination, the inaugural group of students entered the Lassen Building at Naval Support Activity Mid-South, TN last week to begin their 18-month journey in the Leadership in Training (LIT) Program’s Executive Leadership path. Offered by the Navy’s Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR), the LIT Program’s Executive Leade...
Reflecting on the Leadership in Training Professional Development Path: 12 Weeks of Growth and Leadership
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October 17, 2024 | Testimonial provided by Madeline Multer, LMSW, FY24 Leadership in Training Professional Development Participant and Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) Naval Base Kitsap’s Fleet and Family Support Center The Leadership in Training (LIT) Professional Development Path provided an eye-opening journey into leadership, collaboration and personal growth over 12 transformative weeks, combing online coursework and in-person meetings. My fellow participants and I w...
CNIC and OPM Host Webinar “Navigating USAJOBS” to Assist Candidates Seeking Federal Employment Opportunities
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Friday January 17, 2025 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command | Fleet and Family Readiness WASHINGTON – Mark your calendars for January 23, 2025, when the Commander, Navy and Installations Command (CNIC) will host two webinars titled “Navigating USAJOBS,” facilitated by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Whether you’ve previously applied for a federal government position using USAJOBS.gov or are looking to maximize your use of the pla...
Blending Tradition and Innovation: Navy FFR Introduces Hybrid Approach to Leadership Training
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October 17, 2024 | Story by Megan Trexler and Sonia Blyther | Commander, Navy Installations Command In today’s fast-paced world, Navy Fleet and Family Readiness (FRR) leaders must make swift, strategic decisions that directly impact operations. Whether managing programs or responding to emerging challenges, FFR leadership must act with agility and precision. To extend the reach of its leadership development opportunities, the Navy introduced the Leadership in Training (LIT) Professional...
Navy Entertainment Hosts Four Incredible Shows Featuring Jonathan Burns and Free Daps
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June 21, 2023 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – Navy Entertainment delighted audiences with four captivating events showcasing comedian Jonathan Burns and talented beatboxers and freestyle rappers Free Daps. These entertainment shows, over the week of June 8-12, 2023, brought joy to thousands on the forward-deployed USS Ronald Reagan and deployed USS Nimitz, and Okinawa and Sasebo communities. The show kicked off with Jonathan Burns cap...
DoD Contractors’ Employment Expo Connects Job Seekers with Industry Leaders
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October 6, 2025 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command | Fleet and Family Readiness WASHINGTON – The Department of Defense (DoD) Contractors’ Employment Expo provided an amazing opportunity for job seekers to connect with top companies in the defense industry, offering new opportunities beyond its traditional federal hiring summits. The event brought together 16 major defense contractors eager to share advice, opportunities and best practices. Held Septe...
Navy Wounded Warrior Launches Esports Program to Support Rehabilitation and Community-Building
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April 25, 2023 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON –Navy Wounded Warrior is set to launch a new initiative to support social ties among wounded warriors through esports. Navy Wounded Warrior Esports will provide a platform for wounded, ill and injured Sailors and Coast Guardsmen to engage with the gaming community, build camaraderie and showcase their skills. “Navy Wounded Warrior is excited to incorporate esports into our recreational offeri...
Recognizing Excellence: Navy Launches Commercial Sponsorship and Advertising Creativity and Innovation Award
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By Naomi Wilkins, Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON --- In a groundbreaking move, the Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) Marketing Department has established the first-ever Commercial Sponsorship and Advertising (CSA) Creativity and Innovation Award. This prestigious accolade aims to celebrate remarkable accomplishments by installation and region CSA professionals who have made significant strides in elevating Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) quality-of-life programs...
ESPN’s Field Yates Helps Sailors Gear Up for Fantasy Football Season
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August 26, 2025 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON --- Fantasy football fans across the Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) community got an edge this season thanks to the Virtual Single Sailor Program (VSSP). In August, ESPN NFL Insider Field Yates hosted two exclusive live Fantasy Football Fleet briefings, giving Sailors and eligible MWR patrons insider strategies just in time for draft season. The briefings, held on August 18 and 25, dre...
Advanced Opportunities: Navy Fleet and Family Readiness Opens Applications for Premier Leadership in Training Program
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January 26, 2026 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command | Fleet and Family Readiness (N9) Navy Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is once again inviting its dedicated civilian workforce to take the next step in their careers as applications open for the next recruitment cycle of its cornerstone professional development program, Leadership In Training (LIT). Designed to develop today’s talented workforce into tomorrow’s leaders, the LIT program provid...
All-Navy Wrestlers Compete at the 2023 USA Wrestling Open Championship
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WASHINGTON – Members of the All-Navy Wrestling team competed in the 2023 USA Wrestling Open Championship last month in Las Vegas, Nev. The competition, showcasing some of the best wrestlers in the country, featured eight Navy wrestlers participating in various weight classes. Two All-Navy athletes on the team came within one victory of All-American qualifying status. All the All-Navy wrestlers performed well, showcasing their talent and potential and fighting hard against tough competition...
CNIC University and LinkedIn Learning Prove Invaluable for FFR Employees' Continuing Education
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CNIC University and LinkedIn Learning Prove Invaluable for FFR Employees' Continuing Education February 19, 2026 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – The careers of Navy Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) employees are typically fueled by a strong desire to serve the military community. For military spouses pursuing careers in this field, this dedication is often met with the distinct challenge of adapting to frequent relocations while st...
Program Analyst (Navy Gold Star Coordinator)
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In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience. Duties include but are not limited to: Initiates contact with surviving family members of deceased sailors, establishing cas...
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Community Recreation
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Qualification Paths for Community Recreation Careers Navy Community Recreation engages patrons by providing recreational programs and services in the areas of outdoor recreation, community events, discount tickets to attractions and vacation bookings, leisure skills development, recreation equipment rentals, parks and picnic areas and information and referral to a variety of recreational offerings in the local area. BlueprintInstance Title:QP - Comm Rec
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N9 Innovation Summit Register Today! Leading with Vision, Achieving with Action Welcome to the 2024 N9 Innovation Summit! September 10-12, 2024 Agenda This year's summit will take place on September 10-12 at the Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk, located in the heart of San Antonio. Over 3 days, you will gain insights from top experts, network with peers, and learn about current and future innovative projects from Navy Fleet and Family Readiness program codes. #...
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