Army Command Policy Overview
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What regulation covers EO and SHARP?

AR 600-20

What chapter covers EO?

Chapter 6

What chapter covers SHARP?

Chapters 7 and 8

What is the EO philosophy based on? (Select all that apply)

<p>Fairness</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for maintaining a positive EO climate in the unit?

<p>The Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the goals of the EO program?

<p>Create and sustain effective units by eliminating discriminatory behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

When and where is the EO policy?

<p>Everywhere and always</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is covered by the EO program? (Select all that apply)

<p>Race</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should report an EO complaint to?

<p>The commander or EO rep</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does chapter 7 of AR 600-20 cover?

<p>Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does chapter 8 of AR 600-20 cover?

<p>Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is sexual harassment?

<p>A form of gender discrimination that involves unwanted sexual advancements</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are three categories of sexual harassment? (Select all that apply)

<p>Verbal</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of sexual harassment? (Select all that apply)

<p>Hostile environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two types of reports? (Select all that apply)

<p>Unrestricted</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is BDE SARC?

<p>K.H.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the BN SHARP Rep?

<p>SFC B.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is required to have a family care plan? (Select all that apply)

<p>Dual Military with dependents</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does I.A.M.STRONG stand for?

<p>Intervene, Act, Motivate</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is racism?

<p>Attitudes or beliefs that subordinate a person or group based on skin color</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is sexism?

<p>Attitudes or beliefs that one gender is superior to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is gender discrimination?

<p>Actions taken by an individual to deprive a person of a right because of their gender</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is discrimination?

<p>Any action that unlawfully or unjustly results in unequal treatment of persons or groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is equal opportunity?

<p>The right of all persons to participate in and benefit from programs and activities for which they are qualified</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should soldiers be evaluated on?

<p>Individual merit, fitness, and capability</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the I AM STRONG campaign?

<p>It's the Army's campaign to combat sexual assaults by engaging all Soldiers in preventing SA before they occur</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are precursors to sexual assault? (Select all that apply)

<p>Sexual innuendos</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are five techniques for dealing with sexual harassment? (Select all that apply)

<p>Chain of Command</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of SHARP?

<p>Reinforces the Army's commitment to eliminating sexual assault through awareness training and prevention</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should the Army treat its sexual assault victims?

<p>With dignity, fairness, and respect</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is sexual assault?

<p>A crime defined as intentional sexual contact characterized by the use of force, physical threat, or abuse of authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is restricted reporting?

<p>Allows a sexual assault victim to confidentially disclose details of their event to specific personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unrestricted reporting?

<p>Allows a sexual assault victim to activate an active investigation upon disclosure of events</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are unrestricted channels for reporting sexual assault? (Select all that apply)

<p>Law enforcement</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are restricted channels for reporting sexual assault? (Select all that apply)

<p>SARC/VA</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Army Command Policy Overview

  • AR 600-20 addresses Equal Opportunity (EO) and Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP).

Equal Opportunity (EO)

  • EO is covered in Chapter 6 of AR 600-20.
  • EO philosophy is based on fairness, equality, and justice.
  • Commanders hold responsibility for promoting a positive EO climate within their unit.
  • Main goal of the EO program: eliminate discriminatory behavior to enhance unit effectiveness.

EO Policy Applicability

  • EO policy is applicable at all times and in all locations.
  • Covers various aspects including race, color, gender, gender preference, religion, and national origin.
  • Complaints should be reported to the commander or an EO representative.

Sexual Harassment (SH)

  • Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) is outlined in Chapters 7 and 8 of AR 600-20.
  • Sexual harassment is defined as unwanted sexual advances and inappropriate verbal or physical gestures.

Types of Sexual Harassment

  • Three main categories: nonverbal, verbal, and physical contact.
  • Two types identified: quid pro quo (something for something) and hostile environment.

Reporting Sexual Assault

  • Two types of reporting exist: restricted and unrestricted.
  • Restricted reporting allows victims to disclose incident details confidentially without initiating an investigation.
  • Unrestricted reporting triggers an active investigation upon disclosure.

SHARP Program Goals

  • Aims to eliminate sexual assault through training and awareness, ensuring all Soldiers are engaged in prevention efforts.
  • Victims of sexual assault should be treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.

Family Care Plans

  • Required for single Soldiers with custody and dual military couples with dependents.

Discrimination Types

  • Racism involves beliefs that subordinate individuals or groups based on skin color.
  • Sexism encompasses beliefs of one gender's superiority over another.
  • Gender discrimination refers to actions depriving individuals of rights based on gender.

Individual Assessment

  • Soldiers should be evaluated based on merit, fitness, and capability.

I.A.M.STRONG Campaign

  • Engages all Soldiers in the prevention of sexual assaults.
  • Emphasizes Intervention, Action, and Motivation.

Techniques for Addressing Sexual Harassment

  • Direct and indirect approaches, third-party interventions, utilizing the chain of command, or filing formal complaints.

Sexual Assault Definition and Behavior

  • Sexual assault is a crime involving intentional sexual contact using force or without consent.
  • Precursors include sexual innuendos, sexual harassment, and indecent assaults.

Reporting Channels

  • Unrestricted channels include the Chain of Command, law enforcement, and the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC).
  • Restricted channels involve SARC/Victim Advocates, healthcare providers, and chaplains.

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This quiz explores the key aspects of Army Command Policy, particularly focusing on Equal Opportunity (EO) and Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) as detailed in AR 600-20. It covers essential topics such as EO philosophy, policy applicability, and the definitions of sexual harassment. Test your knowledge on how commanders promote a positive climate and handle complaints.

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