PAM 165-19 — Moral Leadership
PAM 165-19 governs moral leadership concepts, Chaplain Corps moral advisement, and Moral Leadership Training across the Army.
- Publication number: PAM 165-19
- Title: MORAL LEADERSHIP
- Date: 11/27/2020
- Proponent: CCH
- Status: ACTIVE
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PAM 165-19 covers morals and ethics, the Army Ethic, religious freedom, moral injury, pastoral care, and Chaplain Corps capabilities. It presents requirements for moral leadership training, ethical decision-making, confidentiality, and unit assessments.
Applies to: This publication supports all Army professionals in understanding concepts of moral leadership in support of current Army leader development policy, doctrine, and practice.
Topics covered
- Moral leadership
- The Army Ethic
- Religious freedom
- Pastoral care and confidentiality
- Chaplain Corps capabilities
- Moral injury prevention
- Moral Leadership Training
- Ethical decision-making
Questions and answers
What must Army leaders do about immoral practices?
Federal law recognizes the moral responsibility of every Army leader stating: All commanders and others in authority in the Army are required to be vigilant in inspecting the conduct of all persons who are placed under their command, guard against and suppress all dissolute and immoral practices, and to correct, according to the laws and regulations of the Army, all persons who are guilty of them. (paragraph 2-1)
What must Army leaders avoid regarding religious convictions?
Army leaders are expected to demonstrate the moral and ethical compass for their organizations but must do so without using their official position to coerce particular religious convictions upon others. (paragraph 2-5)
What religious expression is permitted in the workplace?
Army professionals have a right to religious expression in the workplace, but must avoid statements or actions that could suggest or imply official government endorsement, or preferential treatment, of non-Federal entities such as religious organizations or faith groups in accordance with the JER, paragraph 3 209. (paragraph 2-5)
What confidentiality must Moral Leadership Training explain?
Trainees should understand there are no exceptions to the full confidentiality chaplains provide in discussing any moral and ethical matter. (paragraph 2-1)
What should Moral Leadership Training present to leaders?
MLT should present complex moral dilemmas forcing leaders to consider tactical, operational, and strategic implications of moral failures and success for Army missions, especially in war. (paragraph 1)