What
is it?
The Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers
(BOSS) Program supports the overall quality of single soldier'
lives. BOSS identifies real quality of life (QOL) issues and
concerns by recommending improvements through the installation
chain of command. BOSS also encourages and assists single
soldiers in identifying and planning for recreational and
leisure activities. Additionally, it allows for the opportunity
to participate in and contribute to their respective communities
History
The BOSS program was established in 1989 to
respond to the recreational needs of singles soldiers who
make up 35% of the Army. As the program was implemented throughout
the Army, it became evident that quality of life was the primary
concern of single soldiers. In 1991, the Chief of Staff of
the Army officially approved BOSS members to participate in
community service projects. Recreation and Leisure, quality
of life, and community service are the core components of
the BOSS program.
How Does It Work?
Installations
establish a formal BOSS program that includes a BOSS Council
consisting of single soldier representatives from the installation's
units. TWR advisory is appointed to provide guidance in planning
activities, financial accountability, and marketing. Motivated
single soldiers with strong senior military and MWR guidance
are the backbone of the BOSS Program.
Issues addressed during BOSS meetings will
be formatted and submitted to the senior military advisor
to seek resolution through the proper channels or staff agency.
Issues that cannot be resolved at the installation level are
coordinated with installation Army typically, the installation
Command Sergeant Major serves as the senior military advisor
to the council. An installation Family Action Plan (AFAP)
coordinator and may be released by the installation commander
to go forward to the major Army command (MACOM) AFAP.
Who Can Participate
in BOSS Programs?
All single soldiers, single parents and unaccompanied soldiers;
however, certain events, like volunteer events and trips,
are also open to married soldiers as long as spots are available.
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