Connie Milstein

In today’s world, most people are well-versed in Internet communication via social media networks. Whether it’s keeping in touch with an old classmate, marketing a small business or learning more about a new friend, nearly everyone is familiar with Facebook and similar websites. For military families especially, Facebook can be a very pivotal part of a family member’s deployment. Following an initiative announced on Veterans Day, Facebook and Blue Star Families have launched a Social Media Guide to better help military families communicate during these long deployments. Connie Milstein is a long-time supporter of Blue Star Families and their work with military families and serves on the nonprofit’s Board of Directors.

“Social media has completely altered the landscape of communication for today’s military families,” said Stephanie Himel-Nelson, the Communications Director for Blue Star Families. “But with each notable stride in technology comes greater responsibility and knowledge and that’s what this guide is designed to do.”

The guide is described by Facebook as “an easy-to navigate online handbook detailing everything from privacy settings to groups to Operational security and more – all tailored for today’s 21^st century military.” It is broken down into sections that give a basic overview of the social network and its set up, applications and messaging. It also details how the military is using Facebook to better connect unit leaders, service members, spouses and family members. One of the most important sections in the social media guide addresses common misperceptions about privacy and security and offers clarity and recommendations.

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