2024 MRS. SYBIL STOCKDALE OMBUDSMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS

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SUBJ/2024 MRS. SYBIL STOCKDALE OMBUDSMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS// 
 
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1.  I am pleased to announce the selection of four outstanding Ombudsmen 
as the 2024 Mrs. Sybil Stockdale Ombudsman of the Year Award recipients. 
These volunteers exemplify the spirit of Mrs. Sybil Stockdale who supported 
the families of Prisoners of War during her husband, Vice Admiral James Bond 
Stockdale's internment in Southeast Asia.  This award recognizes those who 
serve as inspirational Ombudsmen and embody the ideals of volunteer service 
and commitment to Navy Sailors and their families. 
 
2.  The following Ombudsmen were nominated by their commanding officers for 
serving their command and families with extraordinary, selfless dedication, 
and commitment to family readiness.  Congratulations to: 
    a.Mrs. Justine Sandberg, USS CARNEY (DDG 64), selected from all sea 
commands under Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command. 
    b.Mrs. Melanie Reed, USS FRANK CABLE (AS 40), selected from all sea 
commands under Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet. 
    c.Mrs. Jacquelyn Richardson, Commander, Naval Information Warfare 
Training Group (CNIWTG), selected from all shore activities in the Navy. 
    d.  Mrs. Tiffany Dunlap, Navy Reserve Center Baltimore, selected from 
all Reserve commands under Commander, Navy Reserve Force. 
 
3.  Thank you to all Command Ombudsmen who maintain the highest standards of 
professionalism and create a healthy sense of community by being positive 
role models for command members and their families. 
 
4.  Commander, Navy Installations Command point of contact is Ms. Judith 
Wright, Ombudsman Program Coordinator, (202) 433-6763 (DSN 288), or email 
judith.r.wright.naf(AT)us.navy.mil. 
 
5.  Released by VADM M. E. Boyle, Director, Navy Staff.// 
 
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