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What can we learn from experience so far in multicomponent and joint, interorganizational, and multinational (JIM) level teaming in CA operations to improve CA integration in strategic competition, LSCO, post-conflict consolidation, and irregular warfare? What DOTMLPF-P changes should occur within and beyond current capacities? How should they be prioritized and implemented? The Civil Affairs Association is looking for CA issue papers to address these questions and present them at the 15-17 November Symposium in Philadelphia, PA. Case studies of multicomponent CA team deployments operations and exercises involving JIM partners are especially welcome, as are CA functional specialists teaming with JIM partners and academic institutions. Download the Call for Papers and Issue Paper Guidelines from the Association and get going! Best presented paper wins $1,000! 95th Civil Affairs Brigade (Airborne) - US Army U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command Army Futures Command United States Army Reserve United States Marine Corps Joint Special Operations University PKSOI-Peacekeeping & Stability Operations Institute-US Army NATO Civil-Military Cooperation Centre of Excellence (CCOE) Modern War Institute at West Point Irregular Warfare Center (IWC) Center on Irregular Wafare and Armed Groups (CIWAG) Irregular Warfare Initiative International Stability Operations Association (ISOA) USAID USSOCOM Andrew Scott DeJesse USASOC

Taking CIMIC to new heights! We’re excited to launch our latest factsheet, "CIMIC in the Air Domain". Explore how civil-military cooperation operates in this critical domain, offering unique perspectives and strategies for the future. As we continue to expand our understanding of CIMIC across all domains, this new resource is essential for staying ahead. #CIMIC #AirDomain #CivilMilitaryCooperation #ACFC2024 #Innovation #Defense Check out all our Factsheets here: https://lnkd.in/dwnWhBU

https://lnkd.in/g4e5Krvp It’s critical for CA to pay attention to the new human geography. “We can neither continue to prioritize winning hearts and minds nor can we return to counting satellites, missiles, and pro-Western proxies as we did during the Cold War. In the current environment, where there is a heated competition with U.S. adversaries, we need to train our focus on behaviors and attitudes informed by human geography: What do people believe, when do beliefs change, and how does it catalyze action?”

I'm excited to share that I'm taking on a new responsibility within the 351st Civil Affairs Command Functional Specialty Team. I'll be supporting and helping advance the FxSP's Women, Peace, and Security efforts. This includes, but isn’t limited to coordinating WPS training, keeping the team informed about upcoming WPS operations and ensuring those service members have WPS 100 and/or WPS 200 level training, keeping the team apprised of broader WPS related updates and news, tracking our successes, staying current on WPS trends within our AOR, and communicating our challenges and achievements with key stakeholders. In March 2024, I completed the WPS 200 training through U.S. Indo-Pacific Command / The Joint Staff. I'm thrilled to be able to apply my knowledge and support my team. I appreciate their trust. 🙏 #civilaffairs #armyreserve #army #womenpeacesecurity #wps #leadership #professionaldevelopment

We’re thrilled to share that Commander Jörg Grössl from the CCOE recently joined the OneCA Podcast, hosted by Civil Affairs Association, for an insightful discussion on the role of CIMIC in the maritime domain. With 80% of the world’s population living near coastal areas and 90% of global trade transported by sea, the maritime environment is a critical arena for cooperation between military, governmental, and non-governmental organizations. Commander Grössl dives into how CIMIC enhances situational awareness, promotes collaboration, and mitigates the impact of military operations in these vital regions. Don’t miss out on this fascinating conversation! Apple: https://lnkd.in/gQFhm-cE   Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gEGUPPKP   Audible: https://lnkd.in/grVa4VKf   iHeart: https://lnkd.in/gDZcxSrz https://lnkd.in/e4cFmrZT #CCOE #OneCAPodcast #CIMIC #MaritimeDomain #CivilMilitaryCooperation #NATO #Defense #Military

I set a goal this year to become better at writing and public speaking. I am currently in a writing clinic hosted by 22Mohawks, which has been awesome. One of my end-of-year goals was to publish a 1500-word article in the Havok Journal. That goal was met this morning. The attached article covers some of my failures and how blows to our egos are generally blessings for our souls and serve as gateways to excellence. I plan to submit at least five more this year. I have found that writing and journaling help me with focus and overcoming ADD tendencies. It seems to help rewire my brain daily, and I see noticeable differences in Heart Rate Variability when I'm consistent with it. The first article on Havok is below. If you have suggestions on how I can become a better writer, please send me a note. https://lnkd.in/egMhYDQb

Training Complete! I recently wrapped up the Basic Officer Leadership Course, where AMEDD officers are educated on the fundamentals of leading, caring for, and training Soldiers. As an Agricultural Specialist in Civil Affairs, I found myself surrounded by Army Nurses, Doctors, PAs, and officers specializing in medical logistics and administration. It was definitely a step outside my field of expertise and my comfort zone! What I found fascinating is how similar Civil Affairs and Army Medical cultures are. Despite asking myself more than once if it was all worth it given how different my mission set is as a Civil Affairs officer, I came up with a few key gems after finishing: 1️⃣ Friendship & Camaraderie: The Army has a special way of forging lifelong friendships that I am missing already. You can make friends anywhere, but there’s something unique about going through weeks in the field with San Antonio scorpians and blistering heat with your battle buddies. Looking back, those "wild" experiences that didn't seem so funny at the time, are some of the most hilarious now. I’ve walked away with a great group of lifelong friends. 2️⃣ Stepping Outside My Comfort Zone: Being completely out of my normal agricultural zone of influence and forced to learn a new subject matter was tough, but healthy. I had to dig deep to pass certain tests and trust the expertise of those around me, embracing the potential to fail but also to grow. The older I get the more I like staying in my lane, but the Army finds fun ways to shake things up so I am learning new things and staying fresh for the fight! 3️⃣ Appreciating a New Perspective: This experience gave me a whole new appreciation for other parts of the Army I don’t often consider. Walking in the shoes of medical professionals for a while gave me a healthy respect for their mission and the role they play. Feeling grateful for the growth, friendships, and experience gained along the way. While I don't always love death by powerpoint or some of the hurry-up-and-wait lifestyle, it is hard transitioning back to the civilian world as a reservist. I'll probably do a bit more writing on that some time soon... I am grateful to be a soldier everytime I surround myself with America's Best and that makes all the difference! 💪 #battlebuddies #ArmyLeadership #CivilAffairs #GrowthMindset #BOLC

Writing for Civil Affairs professionals is an exercise in building intellectual readiness.

A well-deserved spotlight on a junior NCO and fellow Jumpmaster within the brigade I command. Sergeant Mohammadian is one of the brigade’s youngest Jumpmasters— and if you’re unclear what that is, it’s a major accomplishment within airborne organizations. She’s headed towards even bigger things in the coming months! Proud to know and serve with her!