Hazing Prevention and Response: Training for Military Leaders
Abstract
The Military has many time-honored traditions and ceremonies that mark transitions and changes in a Service members career. During these events, DoD and the Services require that Service members be treated with dignity and respect. These sanctioned events are intended to build esprit de corps, show respect for Service members accomplishments, and celebrate significant events. However, unsanctioned actions associated with such events have also been conducted by or directed at Service members. Many of these actions have been unnecessarily cruel and dangerousboth physically and psychologicallyresulting in serious injury and, in certain cases, death. Hazing harms operational readiness and morale, and it is prohibited in the U.S. Military. As leaders, you are critical in the prevention of and response to hazing incidents. This class addresses hazing in the U.S. Military and provides information to assist with antihazing efforts. The class defines hazing behaviors, gives examples of these behaviors, and summarizes hazing-related misconceptions. It also describes strategies for hazing prevention and response relevant to your role as leaders.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2017
- Accession Number
- AD1086751
Entities
People
- Kimberly C. Hall
- Kirsten M. Keller
- Melissa Bauman
- Miriam Matthews
Organizations
- RAND Corporation