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Integrating Leader Development into Daily Operations

NEW! Developing future leaders is a core responsibility of every Army professional, and developmental opportunities occur every day. Check out CAL’s latest LPD kit to seamlessly integrate leader growth into your unit’s regular operations, strengthening team cohesion and readiness.

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Army publishes doctrinal primer on the profession of arms

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kan. — On May 13, 2025, the U.S. Army Combined Arms Center released a one-of-a-kind publication — a new Field Manual about what it means to be a member of the profession of arms and the obligations Soldiers have to each other, to civilian leadership and to fellow citizens. The manual, FM 1, The Army: A Primer to Our Profession of Arms, is available for download from the Army Publishing Directorate.

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New!! LPD Kit: Integrating New Soldiers

Don’t let valuable time and talent go untapped – a strong integration process unlocks new Soldiers’ full potential. Explore CAL’s newest LPD, “Integrating New Soldiers,” for doctrinally aligned guidance and practical tools to build a more effective fighting force.

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CAL EMPOWERS EFFECTIVE LEADERS

The Center for Army Leadership (CAL) is America’s one-stop destination for Leadership and Leader Development Doctrine, Education, and Training resources dedicated to empowering and supporting effective leaders. CAL conducts studies, develops doctrine, provides assessment programs, and develops leader development products and services that improve Army Leadership.

As a vital part of the Mission Command Center of Excellence and a key contributor to the Combined Arms Center's "Develop Leaders" and "Drive Change" missions, CAL supports leader development, fosters a positive command climate, and ensures mission-ready units.

CAL has extensive expertise and decades of experience in applying research to shape the Army profession, Army ethic, and leadership. This website serves as a resource hub for accessing this essential information.

VISION

The Center for Army Leadership is the premier organization for the Army profession and leadership; utilizing science and data we assess, inform, and provide tools to strengthen the profession and develop Army leaders.