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ew Navy instruction on sexual harassment
ashington, D.C. (NNS) - A new Department of the Navy (DON)
instruction on sexual harassment went into effect on Jan. 11. The
instruction, SECNAVINST 5300.26B, defines sexual harassment
and delineates the department’s policy. It applies to all DON
members, military and civilan.
Developed in response to a recommendation by the Standing
Committee on Military and Civilian Women in the DON, the
instruction represents a complete revision of the previous one. It
publishes the DON definition of sexual harassment: sexual harass-
ment is a form of sex discrimination that involves unwelcome
sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or
physical conduct of a sexual nature when:
- submission to or rejection of such conduct is made either
explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of a person’s job, pay or
career:
- 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 individual’s environment.
The new policy clearly states that sexual harassment is prohib-
ited, and that no individual in the DON shall commit sexual
harassment; take reprisal action against a person who provides
information on an incident of alleged sexual harassment; know-
ingly make a false accusation, or, while in a supervisory or com-
mand position, condone or ignore sexual harassment of which he
or she has knowledge.
According to the instruction, circumstances surrounding an
'ncident of sexual harassment will determine the appropriate
action necessary to resolve the incident. The instruction explains
that incidents of sexual harassment cover a wide range of behav-
iors, from verbal comments to rape. As a result, the full range of
administrative and disciplinary actions are available.
For military personnel, these actions may include informal
counseling, comments in fitness reports and evaluations, adminis-
trative separation, and punitive measures under the UCMJ.
For civilians, options include informal counseling, comments in
performance evaluations and disciplinary action including re-
moval from the Federal Service. The new instruction stresses
resolution at the lowest level and outlines responsibilities of all
members.
Flying rules for the handicapped change
Washington, D.C. (AFNS) - Following a thorough review of
safety, legal and passenger service quality issues, disabled passen-
gers can now travel on Air Mobility Command (AMC) aircraft.
AMC will provide air travel for disabled persons who otherwise
meet travel eligibility requirements outlined in Department of
Defense and AMC regulations.
Passenger service agents will give disabled passengers whatever
assistance is required to safely board and deplane. Disabled
passengers need only be self-sufficient in flight to travel unaccom-
panied. If they require constant care, they must be accompanied by
an eligible traveler, AMC officials stated. This policy applies to
ce required and space available navel.
Although our military aircraft aren’t as well suited to provide
is service as the commercial industry, we are changing the rules
and asking our personnel in the field to be sensitive to the needs of
disabled travelers,” said Gen. Ronald R. Fogleman, AMC Com-
mander. “In many cases, these disabilities which retirees or
veterans have were as a result of the travelers’ service to our
country.”
The normal process for determining travel eligibility will be
followed, along with an evaluation of any assistance required for
the disabled passenger.
(Note: According to personnel at the Passenger Service Office
at Naval Air Station, Keflavik, this recent policy change applies to
flights to and from the base.)
Air Force officers can call AFMPC
for assignment information
Kelly AFB, Texas (AFNS) - A multi-lined answering machine was
installed by the Air Force Military Personnel Center (AFMPC) to
help answer officers’ assignment questions. The number is DSN
487-2940 or commercial (210) 652-2940.
A recorded message directs callers to press certain numbers
from a touch-tone phone to leave a message for specific assign-
ment officers. Callers should be ready to leave a brief message that
includes their name, social security number, base, DSN telephone
number and any questions or comments.
Freedom Foundation offers an essay contest
Kelly AFB, Texas - (AFNS) - With the theme “The Military
Today,” the Freedom Foundation kicks off its 1993 military essay
contest. The contest, which awards the first place winner a George
Washington Honor Medal and a $100 U.S. Savings Bond, is open
to all active duty and reserve component members, as well as
ROTC and Junior ROTC students. Second place winners will
receive a medal anda$50U.S.S avings Bond. S ubmissions, which
must be postmarked no later than May 1, should be between 100
and 500 words long, typed and double-spaced. For more informa-
tion or to enter an essay, write to:
Awards Department
Freedom Foundation
Route 23
Valley Force, Pa. 19481
SURFLANT Foundation offers scholarships
Washington, D.C. (NNS) - Dependent children of active duty and
retired personnel who are serving in a unit under the administrative
control of Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic (COM-
NAVSURFLANT) or have served in a SURFLANT unit for a
minimum of three years since January 1975, are eligible to apply
for scholarships sponsored by the SURFLANT Foundation.
Scholarship awards are based on scholastic proficiency, charac-
ter, all-around ability and financial need. Awards are provided to
children who plan to attend a four year college or university for
study leading to a bachelor’s degree.
The application deadline is April 15. Applications and complete
eligibility requirements may be obtained by writing to:
SURFLANT Scholarship Foundation
Quarters “A”
Naval Amphibious Base
Little Creek, Va. 23521
January 29,1993
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