District 7 Public Affairs Office

Public affairs missions continuously change based upon real world circumstances. The USCG Auxiliary internal and external communications must evolve as the public receives instantaneous information about all aspects of the world. Continuous, effective communication with the public about USCG Auxiliary services must be a priority and at the same time, concern at all levels within the organizations and units. We strive to position the Coast Guard Auxiliary brand to be synonymous with boating education and the US Coast Guard..

Public Affairs provide internal and external communication within the District 7 sectors (Charleston, Jacksonville, Miami, St. Petersburg, Key West, and San Juan). Public Affairs specialist focus on use of the external media (social media, print, broadcast, public appearances, static displays, and websites) and the internal Auxiliary publications along with our marketing relationships to tell the story, factual and on time.

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary District 7 goals remain the core for our support.

District 7 Mission Statement:

We assist the other Auxiliary Directorates and take advantage of these recourses to accomplish that result. Consistent and positive branding provides the framework to increase recruiting and retention of members and more effective public education classes.

We utilize best practices to deploy the right tool, at the right level, for the right audience. In that regard, we can assist by providing the correct Public affairs tools.

Let us know what it is you need to do your job.

The Public Affairs Specialist Program is a great way for skills development by blending formal and on-the-job training. From AUXPA3 (entry level), AUXPA2 (intermediate level) and AUXPA1 (senior level), encouraging training is a way to improve your skills and help other PA Officers. As a Team, we all win.

We work closely with the District Publications Team (PB). The District 7 Newsletter, BREEZE, is a national award winning Auxiliary publication.

Let us know what it is you need to do your job. The Public Affairs Specialist Program is a great way for skills development by blending formal and on-the-job training. From AUXPA3 (entry level), AUXPA2 (intermediate level) and AUXPA1 (senior level), encouraging training is a way to improve your skills and help other PA Officers. As a Team, we all win. We work closely with the District Publications Team (PB). The District 7 Newsletter, BREEZE, is a national award winning Auxiliary publication. The District 7 PA Team employs 'industry best practices' to reach our goals.

The District 7 Public Affairs Department consists of seven highly qualified Assistant District Staff Officers (ADSO-PAs). Listed below is their contact information and areas of responsibility.

The Assistant District Staff Officers and I are available to assist you in your endeavors to 'Tell the story'.

REMEMBER: 'if you did it or were responsible for it, you can talk about it. If not, then do not'.

We have a compelling story to tell.

For more information regarding District 7 Public Affairs contact:

Hank Cushard

District Staff Officer- Public Affairs (DSO-PA)

Public Affairs Specialist AUXPA1