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Nov. 6, 2023

Healthcare Open Season, Nov. 13-Dec. 11, is a time for military and federal civilians to review healthcare coverage

Help navigating the Federal healthcare process is available through virtual webinars.

An orange sun on the horizon of a blue ocean with small black birds flying over the sun and a black bar on the bottom of the photo that says "Community Healing Event."

Nov. 6, 2023

CGA Alumni Association hosts community healing event Nov. 14-15

The event creates a safe space for CGA alumni and allies to foster transparency about the ongoing response to the Fouled Anchor report and provide resources to survivors of sexual assault and harassment.

A July 1921 photo of staff at Air Station Morehead City, the Coast Guard’s first air station and crew, in front of a flying boat and hangar. Officer standing in the center is Capt. William Wishar with another officer and enlisted men posing in the hot summer sun. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)

Nov. 3, 2023

The Long Blue Line: Aviator #8 recounts the early days of Coast Guard flight

“I didn’t know whether he should have a court-martial for risking the plane and his life or be recommended for a medal for bravery beyond the call of duty. He retired as Rear Admiral.”

The Coast Guard Insider Threat Program (CGITP), is a multifaceted initiative designed to prevent, detect, mitigate, and respond to insider threats. As the saying goes, "Trust but verify," and in an era of increasing cybersecurity and national security concerns, it's more than a motto to admire but rather a call to action.

Nov. 3, 2023

Guarding Against the Unseen: The U.S. Coast Guard's Insider Threat Program

Protecting America's shield from within.

Nov. 2, 2023

Bye, DOL! Hello LOGCOM!

The Operational Logistics Command (LOGCOM) is where mission support meets operational needs.

Electrician’s Mate First Class Petty Officer Dustin Thomas (left), Boatswain’s Mate First Class Petty Officer Shawn Wells (center), and Yeoman First Class Petty Officer Ashley Moulden (right) celebrate their reception into the hallowed ranks of Cuttermen aboard the CGC Willow on July 5, 2023. The Cutterman insignia signifies that they have exhibited the requisite professionalism and dedication to duty expected of seagoing Coast Guard personnel.

Nov. 1, 2023

“This is a challenge, and it is what you make of it.” — Why Petty Officer 1st Class Ashley Moulden serves at sea

“I want to see new places. I want that adventure. I want the experience and I want the sea time.”

Oct. 31, 2023

Coast Guard adjusts operations plan to mitigate 2024 workforce shortage

AY24 assignments will focus on positions most critical to lifesaving and national security missions.

5 photos of various CG members and boats compiled into a graphical representation of the events. Text on the bottom of the photo says "The Long Blue Line"

Oct. 27, 2023

The Long Blue Line: William Trump — Coast Guard hero of D-Day

The Coast Guard-manned LCI(L)s, or landing crafts, were 158-feet long and 23-feet wide and were the smallest sea-going amphibious crafts involved in the invasion.

The CGBI Support/Training and Outreach Programs offers free onsite and virtual system training and support to help all users make better operational decisions with the Coast Guard’s robust data analytics tools.

Oct. 26, 2023

Coast Guard Business Intelligence (CGBI) team offers training, support

Go beyond unit readiness stats with in-person, online CGBI training.

In the Arctic, as in many competitive spaces around the world, Homeland Security is National Security.

Oct. 26, 2023

Arctic Strategic Outlook Implementation Plan

The Coast Guard’s most critical next steps to advance safe, secure, and responsible activity across the Arctic.