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Star-Studded Morale Boost: Over 16,000 Gather at Naval Base San Diego for Operation MWR Concert
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November 12, 2026 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command | Fleet and Family Readiness (N9) WASHINGTON - More than 16,000 Sailors, families and guests came together for an evening of music, appreciation and relaxation during an Operation MWR concert hosted by Navy Entertainment and featuring Gwen Stefani and Pitbull at Naval Base San Diego (NBSD). Despite the rainy weather, many of the attendees began lining up hours before the gates opened. DJ Screw opened the conc...
Navy FFR's 1 Degree of Separation Comedy Tour Breaks Mental Health Stigma During Navy Region Southwest Events
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March 18, 2025 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – From February 24 to March 7, 2025, Navy Region Southwest hosted a series of impactful comedy events as part of the "1 Degree of Separation" comedy tour, aimed at breaking the stigma surrounding mental health challenges like depression and suicide. The performances, part of a larger tour initiated by Commander, Navy Installation Command (CNIC) Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR), took...
International Teamwork Shines at 30th Armed Forces Olympics
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September 21, 2026| Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command | Fleet and Family Readiness WASHINGTON – Service members from the U.S., Italy, Germany and the United Kingdom, recently gathered at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples’ Carney Park for the 30th Annual Armed Forces Olympics. The event brought international allies together outside of a training environment for a day of friendly com...
Pathways Journey: Navy Takes a Proactive Approach to Doing More for Military Spouse Employment
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October 15, 2024 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON -- In collaboration with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), the Navy is enhancing efforts to promote the Pathways Recent Graduate Program, which launched in 2010. The program aims to help military spouses, dependents and transitioning service members who are soon-to-be graduates or recent graduates gain employment within the federal government. While other programs, such as the Department of D...
Navy MWR Entertainment’s “Shock & Awesome” Tour Surprises Service Members in Guam with Brett Young Concert
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April 22, 2025 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – Earlier this month, country music star Brett Young visited Joint Region Marianas as part of the Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Entertainment “Shock & Awesome” Tour, which took place from March 31 to April 4. Over the course of the week, Young surprised service members at Naval Base Guam, Andersen Air Force Base and Camp Blaz with acoustic performances and intimate...
The All-American Rejects and The Lost Stars Rock Navy Bases in New Orleans, Meridian and Gulfport During Operation MWR
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May 29, 2024 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – Not even a delayed start to The All-American Rejects concert at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base (NAS JRB) New Orleans could stop concertgoers from seeing one of the most recognized rock bands in the world. As the first stop on their Operation MWR tour, the band was joined by the Nashville-based band, The Lost Stars. They continued their performances at Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCB...
Where Music Meets Mission: Operation MWR Unites the Navy Community at NS Norfolk
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October 22, 2025 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command Washington --- Naval Station (NS) Norfolk’s waterfront came alive on October 16, 2025, as 20,000 attendees gathered along the fishing pier for an unforgettable Operation MWR concert. Hosted by Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Entertainment in partnership with NS Norfolk’s MWR, the event marked one of the largest concert turnouts in base history and the second consecutive year Norfolk has hos...
Minion Day Brings Big Smiles and Morale Boost to NSA Panama City
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December 18, 2025 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command | Fleet and Family Readiness WASHINGTON – As part of “Anchored In Impact – Navy FFR 2025 Year in Review,” we’re highlighting unique moments from across Navy Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) that strengthened community and morale this year. At Naval Support Activity (NSA) Panama City, one creative idea from the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) and Marketing teams sparked one of...
Boosting Morale at Sea: Navy MWR’s AFLOAT Recreation Program
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October 11, 2023 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command Life at sea can be demanding and isolating for thousands of Sailors and Marines. To ensure the well-being and morale of these dedicated service members, Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) offers assistance through the MWR Deployed Forces Support AFLOAT Recreation program. The program is designed to enhance the quality of life for personnel deployed at sea. Hunter Vinson, a Pacific AFLOAT Program Manager,...
Rodney Atkins and Rose Falcon's Acoustic Set Brings Rota Community Together
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May 16, 2024 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON --- Over 400 attendees gathered at Naval Station Rota, Spain, for an evening of unforgettable music and community spirit as part of the Navy’s Operation MWR initiative, presented by GOVX. The event featured a special acoustic performance by country music star Rodney Atkins and his wife, singer-songwriter Rose Falcon. Despite a series of unexpected travel challenges, including their band being stran...
Navy Entertainment Brings Operation MWR Concert to NAS Pensacola
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May 28, 2026 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command Washington --- The waterfront at Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola transformed into a vibrant concert venue April 18, as more than 8,000 Sailors, families and community members gathered for an Operation MWR event featuring country music star Kane Brown, special guest Russell Dickerson and opening performer DJ Vito. Hosted by Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Entertainment in partnership with the local NAS P...
Fleet and Family Readiness Pays Tribute to Toby Keith: A Country Music Legend and Unwavering Military Supporter
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By Naomi Wilkins, Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – When you hear the name “Toby Keith,” many songs come to mind. “Red Solo Cup,” “Should Have Been a Cowboy” and “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue” are just a few that topped the Billboard charts and are forever staples in American music history. With Keith’s passing on February 5, 2024, it is important to also acknowledge the impact he had on the Navy&rsquo...
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...
Imagination Movers Energize in Military Families in Japan and Korea
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April 14, 2024 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – The Emmy-winning Imagination Movers, an American children's band known for their high-energy songs, catchy lyrics, and vibrant imagination, headlined events in Navy Region Japan and Navy Region Korea during the week of March 15-22, 2024. The events took place at Naval Base Atsugi, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, and Fleet Activities Sasebo in Japan, and Fleet Activities Chinhae in Korea, as...
Navy Families Leverage MWR Library Resources for Homeschooling Success
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August 23, 2024 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON --- Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story (JEBLC-FS) Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) offers a wide range of programs and services, but according to the Callicoat and Rivera families, none are more valuable than those provided by the JEBLC-FS MWR Library. For these two families, the library has become an essential resource as they navigate the homeschooling environment. Allison...
CNIC N9 Innovation Summit: N9 Leaders Convene to Explore Emerging Technologies, Innovative Concepts and Foster Collaborations
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October 24, 2024 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command Fleet and Family Readiness | Fleet and Family Readiness The Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) N9 Innovation Summit centered around the theme “Leading with Vision, Achieving with Action,” was an unprecedented event highlighted by the presence of executive leaders from the Department of Defense (DoD) and CNIC along with several inspiring keynote speakers from...
Shape the Future of MWR: 2026 Annual MWR Active Duty Survey Launches Sept. 14
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September 9, 2026 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command | Fleet and Family Readiness WASHINGTON - Active-duty Sailors will have the opportunity to provide feedback that will help inform future improvements to quality-of-life programs when the 2026 Annual Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Active Duty Survey officially opens on September 14, 2026. The official Navy MWR annual survey is designed to gather direct, actionable feedback from active-duty Sailors across...
Breaking Barriers: Navy Launches Virtual Clinical Counseling Services Worldwide
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By Naomi Wilkins, Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON - In an incredible initiative aimed at enhancing mental health support for Sailors and their families, Commander, Navy Installation Command’s (CNIC) Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP) has launched Virtual Clinical Counseling services across the enterprise. Spearheading this effort is Dr. Rebecca Goodman, a Clinical Counseling Program Analyst with FFSP, dedicated to strengthening the services that have been rolling o...
A Summer of Adventure: Highlights from the 2024 Great Navy Campout
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December 18, 2024 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON --- The 2024 Great Navy Campout, sponsored by T-Mobile, has officially concluded its 9th annual celebration of outdoor recreation, providing military personnel and eligible MWR patrons with a summer full of camping adventures. From June through October, this initiative, hosted by Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) HQ Navy MWR Community Recreation and Liberty-Single Sailor programs, too...
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...
Virtual Single Sailor Program Brings Sailors Together with Exciting Online Events
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November 14, 2024 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON --- Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR)’s Virtual Single Sailor Program (VSSP) is transforming how Sailors connect and unwind through engaging online events. From game shows to live performances, the program offers a range of activities to help build a supportive virtual community for Sailors. VSSP expands on the in-person programming offered through Liberty Centers, which have long been...
Weezer and BRELAND Entertain Crowd with Performance at Naval Base San Diego’s Operation MWR
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Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command Operation MWR has continued to see big-name artists perform for Sailors and their family members across the globe, and Naval Base San Diego was no exception. Grammy award-winning rock group Weezer and country breakout star BRELAND lit up the stage and gave the crowd an unforgettable performance. In preparation for Operation MWR, Naval Base San Diego’s (NBSD) Admiral Prout Field was transformed from a football field int...
NSA Naples MWR Hosts Inaugural Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
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July 31, 2026 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command | Fleet and Family Readiness WASHINGTON – In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Month, Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples hosted its inaugural Volunteer Appreciation Celebration on April 29, 2026. Held at the Support Site’s Central Park, located among the installation's community housing, schools and Navy Exchange, the event brought together volunteers, service members and families for a sunny day of...
The Navy’s Military Ticket Program: Success in FY24 Means A More Efficient Way to Serve Customers and More Product Availability
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January 9, 2025 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command | Fleet and Family Readiness WASHINGTON – The Navy's Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Military Ticket Program (MTP) offers discounted access to a variety of national theme parks, museums and other major attractions, including SeaWorld, Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Universal Studios Orlando and Hollywood, Legoland, the Kennedy Space Center and more. The program serves military personnel and their f...
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.&...
