The 30th Annual Armed Forces Olympics brought allied service members together at NSA Naples for competition and camaraderie.

Music met mission at NS Norfolk as Operation MWR brought Jelly Roll, Gwen Stefani, and Hueston to the stage for a powerful night celebrating the Navy community.

The Navy’s commitment to Sailor and family readiness requires strong, future-focused leaders. Discover how the latest Leadership in Training (LIT) Professional Development class equipped its graduates to tackle complex challenges, build strong relationships and elevate Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) programs worldwide.

Freedom Circus toured four EURAFCENT installations, drawing big crowds with high-energy performances that boosted morale, strengthened community, and brought world-class entertainment to Sailors and families.

Navy MWR Entertainment brought live music to more than 24,000 Sailors and their families overseas for America’s 250th birthday.

Chef George Shannon led hands-on training supporting the Navy Food Service Transformation, a new initiative focused on modernizing Navy dining.

"A Way to Shine": How a military spouse and FFR employee advanced her career at no cost using CNIC University and LinkedIn Learning.

NS Norfolk’s new “Coming Home” program supports returning Sailors as they process deployments and navigate reintegration.

The Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) offers free monthly webinars to help job seekers improve resumes, leverage AI tools, and gain interview skills with confidence.

Fleet and Family Support Program is hosting its 2026 Career Transition Series from March 16-19! The series will provide the tools, resources and expert guidance to help you navigate your next career steps.

What started as a creative MWR marketing challenge evolved into a base-wide morale booster at NSA Panama City. The initiative culminated in "Minion Day," a successful community event that brought Sailors and families together to celebrate and highlight MWR programs.

Stand out in today’s job market with free FFSP webinars covering resumes, interviews, and navigating federal hiring.

From an internship in Scotland to serving as NAF Atsugi’s MWR Director, Tara Culbertson’s career reflects growth, adventure and service.

Navy FFR is now accepting applications for the 2026 Leadership In Training cohort, an immersive professional development program designed to grow the next generation of FFR leaders.

The 2026 Annual MWR Active Duty Survey gives Sailors a voice in shaping future programs and services across the Navy. The survey closes Oct. 25.

Operation MWR opened its 2026 entertainment series at NAS Pensacola with Kane Brown, Russell Dickerson and more than 8,000 attendees.

NSA Naples brought together volunteers, service members, and families at Central Park for its inaugural Volunteer Appreciation Celebration, honoring over 600 local heroes with pizza, live music, and a collaborative "Wall of Appreciation."

The NAS Jacksonville flight line transformed into a concert stage as 30,000 people enjoyed Operation MWR, featuring unforgettable performances by Jelly Roll, Shaboozey, and Hueston.

Through powerful testimonials from successful Leadership in Training (LIT) alumni, hear directly from LIT alumni who turned opportunity into success and are now making an impact across FFR

American Forces Travel made a lasting impact in 2025, saving customers $11.7 million and contributing $5.5 million to support MWR programs.

The flight deck of the USS Nimitz was transformed into a rocking concert venue for 2,500 Sailors and crew. Country star Chase Rice and rock group Lovelytheband provided a much-needed taste of home, boosting morale with a night of live music under the stars.

Laughter meets resilience as Phase 2 of the Navy’s “1 Degree of Separation” initiative continues breaking mental health stigma across the fleet.

Teddy Swims and Miranda Lambert took the stage at NS Norfolk for Operation MWR 2026, bringing together nearly 14,000 attendees.

Navy Fleet and Family Readiness to launch N9 Leadership Academy in July 2026, marking a significant investment in its civilian leadership.

MA1 Robert Yamashita earned gold at the U.S. Open Masters while representing the All-Navy Wrestling Team and inspiring the next generation.

Virtual Clinical Counseling services launched by Fleet and Family Support Program is advancing mental health support for Sailors and families.

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Become a Navy Entertainer

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Navy Entertainment provides quality, live entertainment for Sailors stationed overseas and on deployed ships at sea; assists CONUS locations with talent referral and production of shows; and partners with United Service Organizations (USO) and Armed Forces Entertainment (AFE) when possible, to bring the largest number of shows to the most locations. If you are an talent agent of a “billboard charted” artist and would like more information on how your client can be a potential Na...

Event Sponsorship

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EVENT SPONSORSHIP VIEW OUR SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES The Navy community values your commitment. We help you show it. 100% of proceeds support the Navy's Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, enhancing programs and support for the military community. Elevate your brand by tapping into exclusive sponsorship opportunities that foster meaningful, long-lasting relationshipswith the entire Navy community. Deliverables may include: - Hospitalit...

Rentals

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Outdoor Equipment Rentals Looking for adventure? We've got everything you need for your next outdoor activity. Check with your local office to see how they can provide you with affordable rental gear to suit your particular recreation plans!

Pledge To Camp

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Pledge to Camp Pledge to Camp, with prize sponsor GOVX, is back in conjunction with Great Navy Campout, with supporting sponsors T-Mobile and Military Star Card in partnership with Discover Network! The Navy MWR Community Recreation and Liberty programs are encouraging participants to get out and enjoy the great outdoors, whether it’s their first or hundredth time, in a backyard or a national park! Explore and share your adventures each month from Memorial Day weekend through Octobe...

Valorant

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2025 Navy MWR Esports Valorant Tournaments Sponsored by USAA The competition is open to authorized Navy MWR patrons ages 18+, with priority given to active-duty Sailors. If you have any questions regarding eligibility, please contact us here. First Place: $500 gift card and a Navy MWR Esports jersey Second Place: $150 gift card and a Navy MWR Esports t-shirt Prizes provided by Navy MWR Instructions for Entering Registration is not considered valid unle...

Dine On the Go

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Dine On the Go Don't stand in line - order online. Your next meal is just a few taps away. With the Dine On The Go ordering food online or through the app has never been easier. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack or a full meal, we’ve got you covered. Just browse our easy-to-use menu, customize it how you’d like, place your order using our secure payment system, and sit back! A push notification will alert you when your order will be ready. With the Dine...

Annual Mandatory Training

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Annual Mandatory Training CNIC University Annual Training Requirements Mandatory training is defined by SECNAV Instruction 12410.25 as training mandated by executive order, Federal statute, regulation, or at the direction of the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Total Workforce Management System (TWMS) TWMS is the Learning Management System where DON annual mandatory training is completed for all Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Civilian personnel until the workforce is inc...

COD: Black Ops 7

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Navy MWR Esports Presenting Sponsor: USAA Sign up today to play in the Navy MWR Esports Sprint 2026 Series! Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 | Tournament Information Tournament Details Date Time Status Thursday, April 30 8 p.m. EDT Registration Now Open Friday, May 1 8 p.m. EDT Registration Now Open Saturday, May 2 2 p.m. EDT Registration Now Open Format: Single Elimination Rounds 1-3: Be...

Fleet & Family Support

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Fleet and Family Support Program The Navy's Fleet and Family Support Program promotes the self-reliance and resiliency of Sailors and families. The Navy's Family Readiness programs have been afforded the highest visibility, advocacy and priority. In practical terms, this has resulted in increased services to family members, increased individual assistance and consultation, more varied educational programs, more proactive outreach, and delivery of family support services in locatio...

Mobile Privacy

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Navy FFR and MWR Mobile Applications Privacy Policy Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) oversees Navy Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR), which includes Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) programs and services. Applicable Navy FFR and MWR mobile applications are published in the App Store under the entity name CNIC HQ and on Google Play through the CNIC FFR Marketing organization account. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, shared, retained, and prote...

CNIC University

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CNIC University LMS CNIC University CNIC N9 Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) employee’s have access to the N9 Learning Management System called “CNIC University” also known as CNIC-U LMS. To access, click the CNIC University LMS tile. CNIC-U LMS is FFR Employee’s “go-to” for professional development. Users on this platform have access to more than 18,000 course titles, programs, and classes. N9 Program-specific courses are also available such...

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...

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...

Developing Leaders: How Tara Culbertson Embraced Professional Growth in Navy MWR

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May 28, 2026 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command | Fleet and Family Readiness From an internship in Scotland to a career spanning over three decades, Tara Culbertson’s journey with Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), part of Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR), which is aligned under Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), is a testament to her dedication to serving Sailors and their families. Now the MWR Fleet Readiness...

Naval Base San Diego's Integrated Primary Prevention Program Making Waves of Change

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By Naomi Wilkins, Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – Janet Paulovich, Commander, Navy Installations Command’s Fleet and Family Support Center Director at Naval Base San Diego (NBSD), has been a stalwart in the field for three decades. With her passion for integrated primary prevention, Paulovich and her dedicated team are transforming the way support is provided to Sailors and their families. Paulovich helped launch the Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) Program...

Navigating Complex Challenges: Navy Leadership In Training Program Kicks Off Class 26-01

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July 2, 2026 | Story by Naomi Wilkins | Commander, Navy Installations Command | Fleet and Family Readiness WASHINGTON – The Navy’s continued commitment to improving the quality of life for Sailors and families requires leaders who understand the landscape, can navigate complex challenges and look to the future. In April, the Leadership in Training (LIT) program launched its next installment of the Professional Development (PD) course, Class 26-01, providing students with an...

Navy Food Service Transformation: Fueling the Force with a New Approach to Navy Dining

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May 6, 2026 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – As the Navy continues to evolve how it fuels its force, the Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) Navy Food Service Transformation (NFST) initiative is being piloted at select installations, reshaping the dining experience with a focus on performance, readiness and overall wellness. The effort introduces modern, campus-style dining concepts designed to provide...

Navy MWR Esports Holiday Series Returns with Legendary Game Title

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By Shannon Revelle Commander, Navy Installations Command Commercial Sponsorship Program Just in time for the holidays, Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) is hosting six multiplayer esports tournaments, presented by USAA, featuring the newly-released Halo Infinite. Sailors and other authorized Navy MWR patrons from around the world can compete in six live tournaments this month, as they experience the next chapter in the Halo series. The highly anticipated Halo Infinite is free to pla...

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...

Forging the Future: LIT Alumni Reflect on Their Leadership Growth

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The Navy Fleet and Family Readiness' (FFR) Leadership in Training (LIT) program is designed to prepare and empower the next generation of FFR leaders with the skills, confidence, and perspective needed to grow their careers. Each year, the program brings together FFR employees from across the enterprise to strengthen their leadership skills through hands-on training, discussion, and collaboration. But what impact does participating...

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...

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...

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...

Old Dominion Rocks the Flight Deck: USS Gerald R. Ford and Navy MWR Entertainment Hosts Country Concert and Music Video Filming

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August 14, 2024 | Story by Megan Trexler | Commander, Navy Installations Command WASHINGTON – Sailors assigned to the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) and their families experienced an unforgettable evening on July 30, 2024, as the country band Old Dominion performed a special concert on the flight deck of the world’s largest aircraft carrier. The event, presented by Navy Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Entertainment and Deployed Forces Support, provided a unique blend of mu...

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...