Naval District Washington

Celebrating #WomensEqualityDay! ✊✨ Let's honor the incredible women and men who fought for universal suffrage. From Frederick Douglass to Tye Leung Schulze, their legacy inspires us to build a more equitable future. Join us in celebrating progress, one step at a time. #EqualityForAll #19thAmendment #HistoryMakers

* Base Familiarization Tour* On Monday, August 19, 2024, Naval District Washington (NDW) Commandant Rear Admiral David Faehnle visited Naval Support Activity Bethesda. His tour encompassed various aspects of the base, including housing, dining facilities, and public works operations. Notably, Admiral Faehnle visited the Warrior Food Court, Tranquility Hall, Comfort Hall, and the steam plant. During his tour, Admiral Faehnle engaged in conversations with several members of the workforce. He expressed his admiration for their dedication, resilience, and service, acknowledging the valuable contributions of the entire staff. This tour marked Admiral Faehnle's first official visit to NSA Bethesda since assuming command of NDW in July, emphasizing his commitment to fostering a strong connection with the installation and its personnel.

💰 It's #NationalFinancialAwarenessDay! 💰 Take control of your finances today! Did you know you can access free financial services from skilled personal finance managers at Naval District Washington's Fleet and Family Support Centers? Whether you're a service member or a DoD civilian, we're here to help you achieve financial readiness. Don't miss out on this valuable resource - watch as John Karg, regional work and family life advisor, shares additional tips for financial awareness day. #FinancialAwarenessDay #NDW #FreeFinancialServices #financialreadiness #navyready

*Base Familiarization Tour* Last week, Rear Adm. David Faehnle, Commandant Naval District Washington (NDW), visited NAS Patuxent River for a familiarization tour with base leadership. Faehnle toured various locations around Pax River, including the Fuels, Air Traffic Control Tower, Child Development Center, and Unaccompanied Housing Barracks. Naval District Washington is the regional provider of common operating support to naval installations within a 100-mile radius of the Pentagon. Services provided include public affairs, public works, public safety, community support, human resources, information technology, morale, welfare and recreation, supply, air and port operations, ceremonial support, and environmental and safety. Naval District Washington is responsible for efficiently delivering these support services to more than 120 mission commands within its geographical borders. The region’s installations comprise more than 26,000 acres and almost 4,400 buildings, with an $8.6 billion plant replacement value and more than 70,000 civilian and military personnel. Commandant, Naval District Washington represents the Secretary of the Navy and the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) in various matters, including public and diplomatic functions and the presentation of awards and decorations. The commandant coordinates Navy participation in official ceremonies and serves as deputy commander for the Joint Forces Headquarters-National Capital Region (JFHQ-NCR). Photos by: Patrick Gordon, NASPAX Public Affairs

Naval District Washington Changes Command WASHINGTON - Rear Adm. David J. Faehnle relieved Rear Adm. Nancy Lacore as commandant, Naval District Washington (NDW) during a change of command ceremony at Washington Navy Yard's Leutze Park, July 23, 2024. “Over the past two years, I can’t tell you how many times people have asked me how I like my job, and the response is the same way every time, I love it,” said Lacore. “I want to thank everyone who made today possible, and take one last opportunity to praise my team which is soon to be Dave’s team.” Vice Adm. Scott Gray, commander, Navy Installations Command, praised Lacore for her accomplishments during her time in command, which included successfully negotiating and closing a complex land exchange contract which was valued at over $200 million, solving key region hiring and retention shortfalls, improving hiring by 24 percent and decreasing attrition by 17 percent, and increased the required operational capability of the Navy's primary research, development, test and evaluation airfield. “I know you are going to miss being the region commander for one of the best regions in our Navy and you are going to miss the people who comprise team NDW,” said Gray. “As you prepare for your next assignment as Chief of Navy Reserve, know that you leave Naval District Washington in a better state than when you took command. You should be proud of all you have accomplished.” Faehnle became NDW's 94th commandant during the ceremony. “Admiral Lacore, you are a gifted leader and will be a hard act to follow. Your efforts and achievements in command have set me up for success, as you have built a team that needs very little oversight to meet every goal of the command.” said Faehnle. “I will do my best to maintain the legacy of success that you and previous Commandants have instilled.” Faehnle will also serve as deputy commander of the Joint Force Headquarters-National Capital Region. Prior to reporting to NDW, Faehnle’s previous assignment was Reserve Deputy Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic. “To the staff and installations of Naval District Washington, I’m excited to work for you. I take seriously the roles and responsibilities of this position and will spare no effort to lead the entire team to continued success,” said Faehnle “We will lead the shore enterprise as a region of excellence, continually improving the infrastructure and services that we deliver to the Fleet, Fighter and Family.” #NavalDistrictWashington #NavyLeadership #NDWChangeofCommand

Yesterday, we held our town hall meeting where we took the opportunity to recognize our outstanding N-Code leaders who were presented the Meritorious Civilian Service Award by Rear Admiral Nancy Lacore, commandant, NDW. These NDW leaders have played a significant role in the success of NDW and their respective departments. Please help us congratulate the individuals below. 👏 N1- Arnita Evans N3 - Rob Shaffer N5- Frank Vargas N6 - John Usher N9 - Yvette Johnson

Breaking Barriers and Making Waves: Women Leading the Charge in the U.S. Navy at Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore ⚓ During this year's Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore, we celebrate women’s vital contributions to our sea services. Notably, two of our visiting Navy ships are commanded by women, the U.S. Coast Guard Rankin’s commanding officer is also a woman, and the NDW commandant is also a woman. 🙌 Watch the inspiring news reel below as these remarkable women share their journeys in traditionally male-dominated professions. Let’s salute their dedication and service! 🎖 #FleetWeek #MilitaryExcellence https://lnkd.in/eHURA4HQ

Watch as our highly trained Military Working Dogs show off their skills on camera on board Joint Base Anacostia Bolling last week! WJZ Channel 13 reporter Dennis Valera learned firsthand what it's like to face off against these skilled K9s. #militaryworkingdogs #ndwworkingdogs https://lnkd.in/et3hk5FB

Commemorating Battle of Midway Anniversary ICYMI: On June 3, 2024, the Naval District Washington and the U.S. Navy Memorial hosted a wreath-laying ceremony in honor of the 82nd anniversary of the Battle of Midway. Admiral William Houston, director of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program for the Department of the Navy/Department of Energy, delivered a keynote address at the event. The Battle of Midway, a pivotal conflict fought over and near the Midway atoll, approximately 1,500 nautical miles northwest of Hawaii, stands as a symbol of strategic triumph and a crucial turning point in the Pacific Theater of World War II.