Army Cadet and Recruiting command leadership available for media round table discussion on recruiting and outreach programs

By U.S. Army Public AffairsMarch 9, 2022

The Office of the Chief of Public Affairs will host a telephonic media round table discussion at 1 p.m. March 10, with Maj. Gen. Johnny Davis, commander, U.S. Army Cadet Command, Maj. Gen. Kevin Vereen, commander, and Brig. Gen. Daphne Davis, deputy commander, U.S. Army Recruiting Command.

Together, they will discuss how their organizations are supporting a diverse and inclusive Army in the present and for the future, through programs and outreach.

Col. Stephen Ruth, Director of the Strategic Officer Recruiting Detachments (SORD) Task Force, and Staff Sgt. Rocky Spells, recruiting noncommissioned officer and representative for the Diversity Outreach Inclusion Team (DOIT) will be also be available for first hand insight on the programs.

U.S. Army Cadet Command:

  • Relationships and opportunities with Junior ROTC, and historically black colleges and universities (HBCU) ROTC Programs, leading diverse cadets to become transformational leaders.
  • The SORD promotes a college first approach through ROTC. SORD educates communities about opportunities, scholarships, and programs to help students create a pathway to a strong future and service to our nation.

U.S. Army Recruiting Command: 

  • Recruiting mission and how they are incorporating inclusion into generating new diverse recruits.
  • DOIT program is a team of diverse leaders who embody the Army Values; engage diverse audiences and communities to share their Army experiences while addressing and assisting issues.

Members who would like to participate must RSVP no later than 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 9, at usarmy.pentagon.hqda-ocpa.mbx.mrd-press-desk@mail.mil

After your RSVP, you will receive a follow-up email with the call-in phone number and PIN.