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Ombudsman Program
Congratulations to Mrs. Casey Van Huysen, Coast Guard Sector New York2012 Wanda Allen-Yearout Ombudsman of the Year
ALCOAST 122/13: 2012 WANDA ALLEN-YEAROUT OMBUDSMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENT
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Appreciation March 26th is the day the Coast Guard sets aside to recognize the contributions of our volunteer ombudsmen. Commanding officers and officers-in-charge should contact their HSWL RP ombudsman coordinator to ensure their command ombudsman’s information is included. Additional information on recognizing your Ombudsman Sample Ombudsman Letter of Appreciation Samples of Ombudsman Appreciation certificates With Border Without Border ALCOAST 121/13 - OMBUDSMAN APPRECIATION DAY |
Ombudsman Program Overview
The Coast Guard Ombudsman Program is a command program
intended to improve communication between the command and the Coast Guard
family members. Coast Guard ombudsmen are communication links, provide
information and referral resources and act as advocates for family members.
COMDTINST 1750.4E provides details of Coast Guard Ombudsman Program.
Command Cadre Toolkit
This toolkit is designed to provide command leadership with Coast Guard
Ombudsman Program information and support. It includes information,
checklists and forms to assist the command with all aspects of the
Ombudsman Program including selection, appointment, and support of the
ombudsman.
Ombudsman Training Resources
Coast Guard Ombudsman training materials, schedules, and resources.
Ombudsman Coordinators
Ombudsman Coordinators serve as an advisor/consultant to
local ombudsmen, the District Community of Practices and commands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Ombudsman Program.
Program Initiatives
- Ombudsman Registry - Contact Your Ombudsman: this link will bring you to the Ombudsman Registry, where you can contact your command/unit Ombudsman
- HSWL Mobile App (coming soon)
- Standardized Advanced Ombudsman Training – Topics will include Family Advocacy, Sexual Assault, and Child and Youth Programs
Point of Contact
If you are unable to contact the Ombudsman Program Coordinator at your
Regional Work-Life Staff, or need additional assistance beyond the
information provided here, please contact the Ombudsman Program Manager, Ms.
Christine DeGraw, at (202) 475-5142, or email at
Christine.M.DeGraw@uscg.mil.
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