1、 CHAIRMAN OF THE JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF INSTRUCTION UNCLASSIFIED OCJCS/RA CJCSI 3070.01 DISTRIBUTION:A,B,C 30 October 2020 STRATEGIC RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS Reference(s):See Enclosure E for References 1.Purpose.This instruction provides Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff(CJCS)guidance to all Department
2、of Defense(DoD)Components to implement religious affairs(RA)as an essential Joint Force enabler and staff function.It prescribes key RA functions in support of the Combatant Commander(CCDR)and directs appropriate Service professional military educational requirements to ensure leaders and strategic-
3、level chaplains are equipped to fully implement RA at Combatant Commands(CCMDs).2.Applicability.This instruction applies to the CCMDs,Services,National Guard Bureau,Joint Staff(JS),and other joint organizations.3.Policy.RA informs the CCDR of religious factors that impact,or are impacted by,military
4、 operations and furthers CCDR understanding of how religion factors into the dynamics between governing powers and various people groups.Religion is a potent factor in many nations and societies throughout the globe.RA staff will play an active role in strengthening alliances and furthering new part