UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 111532Z SEP 20 MID200000097554U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC CNIC WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 251/20 MSGID/NAVADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N00/SEP// SUBJ/50TH ANNIVERSARY OF OMBUDSMAN APPRECIATION DAY// REF/A/DOC/OPNAV/02SEP2014// AMPN/REF A IS OPNAVINST 1750.1G, NAVY FAMILY OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM.// RMKS/1. September 14 is a day for the Navy to show its appreciation to command Ombudsman for their volunteerism and dedication to supporting our Navy and its families. This year is especially meaningful as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Ombudsman Program. Please take a moment to recognize your command Ombudsman and the many benefits of the Ombudsman Program. This practice goes back to the inception of the Ombudsman Program in 1970, when ADM Elmo R. Zumwalt, Jr., introduced the Navy Family Command Ombudsman Program via Z-Gram 24. 2. Navy team, these selfless volunteers are crucial to the success of our Navy. The contributions Ombudsman make to the success of the command's mission are immeasurable. Their support to Navy families enable Sailors and commands to focus on mission requirements while knowing that their families have a trained and reliable resource to provide support on the home front. 3. Commanders and command triads, you play a critical role in ensuring your Ombudsman are properly prepared and always feel there is a direct line of communication with you to assist your Sailors. 4. Ombudsman Coordinators, you serve as an invaluable resource to Ombudsman and Commanders. Your guidance and understanding of the Ombudsman Program provide a firm foundation to all who are affiliated with the program. 5. Ombudsman, congratulations on 50 impressive years of dedicated service and support! Thank you for all you do and BRAVO ZULU! 6. Released by Admiral Mike Gilday, Chief of Naval Operations.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//