This United States Army manual, Army Techniques Publication ATP 3-13.5 Soldier and Leader Engagement December 2021, provides guidance on Soldier and leader engagement (SLE), from planning and preparation, to execution, and assessment. SLE is a potent capability that commanders and staffs employ to create effects that can result in a decisive advantage over adversaries or enemies and opportunities with unified action partners. SLE occurs at all levels and across the full range of military operations; it is available to every Army unit and individual Soldier and civilian.
The principle audience for ATP 3-13.5 is all members of the Army profession. Commanders and staffs of Army headquarters serving as joint task force or multinational headquarters should also refer to applicable joint or multinational doctrine concerning the range of military operations and joint or multinational forces. Trainers and educators throughout the Army will also use this publication.
