Fort Polk, La. — Community relations and outreach is an important aspect of the Army Public Affairs Program. The objectives of the community relations program is to increase public awareness of the Army through engagements with civic, corporate, academic and government audiences; foster good relations with public entities by securing lasting relationships through repetitive positive engagements; enhance the Army's reputation as a respected professional organization that is responsible for the nation's defense, an all-volunteer force and smoothly transitioning Soldiers after service; and inspire patriotism and improve public perception of the Army to maintain the trust and confidence of the American people...
