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COMDTINST 1750.6B
APR 12 1996
COMMANDANT INSTRUCTION 1750.6B
Subj: THE ROLE OF COAST GUARD SPOUSES' CLUBS
Ref:
(a) Coast Guard Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Manual, COMDTINST M1710.13
(b) Invitational Travel, COMDTINST 12570.3
1.
PURPOSE. This instruction promulgates Coast Guard policy on spouses' clubs' role
supporting Coast Guard Work-Life awareness efforts.
2.
ACTION. Area and district commander, and commanders of maintenance and logistics
commands shall-bring the contents of this instruction to the attention of local Coast Guard
spouses' clubs, encourage their participation in family awareness programs, and vigorously
support their activities consistent with local needs and available resources.
3.
DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. COMDTINST 1750.6A is canceled.
4.
DISCUSSION.
a.
The Coast Guard has always recognized families as an essential part of our Service. The
support spouses provide our members in performing their military duty is a source of
strength and inspiration. Some clubs, now referred to as "Family" clubs, combine to
include all Coast Guard members and family members. Spouses' clubs have four main
goals: furnish educational information;