Ombudsman

Our ombudsman acts as a liaison between the command and our military families, and communicates information about command and community resources. Although ombudsmen serve in an unpaid capacity, they are considered official Navy volunteers who represent NAVNETWARCOM within the scope of their duties. 

CONTACT
Email: nnwcombudsman@gmail.com
Phone: 757-477-5854

Confidentiality Note: Every phone call or conversation of any type is kept confidential with the exception of ones that must be reported. Those issues are: alleged domestic abuse; all suspected or know child abuse/neglect; suspected or potential homicides, violence, or life-endangering situations; all suspected or potential suicidal risks.

NAVY FAMILY OBUDSMAN PROGRAM
The Navy Family Ombudsman Program is a Navy-wide program established to improve mission readiness through improved family readiness. Ombudsmen are volunteers appointed by the commanding officer to serve as a liaison between the command and command families. Ombudsmen are trained to disseminate information - official Department of the Navy and command information, command climate issues, local quality of life improvement opportunities, and "good deals" around the community. They also provide resource referrals when needed and are instrumental in resolving family issues before they require extensive command attention. The ombudsman is an official representative of the commanding officer; he/she plays a vital role in establishing and maintaining current and accurate communication between the command and its family members.