MWR
Military abbreviation · Military Term
| Stands for | Morale, Welfare and Recreation |
|---|---|
| Categories | Military |
MWR stands for Morale, Welfare and Recreation, a military term abbreviation.
Military programs that provide gyms, pools, libraries, outdoor equipment rental, travel offices, youth activities, ticket sales and entertainment for service members and families on installations worldwide.
Example: MWR rents kayaks and camping gear for a few dollars a day.
Usage notes
Funding comes partly from appropriated funds and partly from exchange profits and user fees. The Army program is officially called Family and MWR (FMWR). Deployed MWR tents with phones, internet and games were a fixture of bases in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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- NCOER – Noncommissioned Officer Evaluation Report
- NCOIC – Noncommissioned officer in charge
- NDAA – National Defense Authorization Act
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