Public Affairs Flashcards
What instruction provides the foundation for your work as an MC?
SECNAVINST 5720.44C
What is one of the roles of a public affairs officer?
Advise the commander
What is the first step in the public affairs process?
Researching
How many steps make up the public affairs process?
4
What kind of analysis includes a spectrum of viewpoints, preconceptions, opinions, and experiences?
Qualitative
What chapter in SECNAVINST 5720.44C provides guidance on media relations?
3
What is one success indicator to look for in the evaluation stage?
Media coverage
What does RPIE stand for?
Research, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation
What is one principle of evaluating information?
Full Disclosure
How many exemptions exist for releasing information under FOIA?
9
Are you permitted to release information that is embarrassing to the command?
Yes
What is one thing that would prevent a PAO from releasing information?
Lack of competency
What act allows the public to gain full disclosure on what the U.S. Government is doing?
The Sunshine Act
What concept is used to protect certain information from potential enemies of the U.S.
Need to know
Who is ultimately responsible for the release of information?
The CO
