New CSADD Chapter at CSS Navy Detachment, Fort Meade

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (NNS) -- The Center for Service Support (CSS) Defense Information School (DINFOS) Navy Detachment announced May 29 the learning site is now an official chapter of the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD).

CSADD is a Navy-wide program whose primary purpose is "shipmates helping shipmates," targeting Sailors between the ages of 18 and 25 to promote better decision-making among young Sailors.

"CSADD is a peer-led group designed to give junior Sailors the opportunity to go out and do things other than drinking," said Lt. j.g. Adam Hesch, the officer in charge, CSS Navy Detachment. "It is all about fostering a healthy and positive lifestyle for junior Sailors."

Chief Mass Communication Specialist (SW/AW) Gregory Currie, the chapter's president and senior enlisted advisor for the detachment, said the program directly supports the Navy's 21st Century Sailor initiative and benefits Sailors at the start of their careers.

"The Sailors here are at the beginning of their careers, and I want to get them on the right track," said Currie. "This program is about Sailors taking positive actions and influencing other Sailors. These Sailors want to make sure people are not only taken care of, but take care of themselves."

CSADD utilizes meetings among peers about issues that young Sailors face. It is a time where the Sailors can discuss about the negative influences they may face, such as alcohol.

"We plan events where alcohol isn't involved, and show students here that you can have fun and create a positive change without alcohol," said Seaman Emily Boger, a student at DINFOS and vice president of the CSADD chapter at the Navy detachment. "We focus on a number of subjects that impact students here in our chapter."

"We encourage our students to grow any way we can," said Hesch. "We encourage people to participate in this and other positive activities. I know that when somebody goes out with my CSADD student leaders, they are going to be taken care of and get back here safely."

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