R 311520Z MAY 24
MARADMIN 256/24
MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC MRA MP//
SUBJ/2024 PRIDE MONTH//
REF/A/EO 13988/20JAN21//
REF/B/EO 14004/25JAN21//
NARR/REF A IS EXECUTIVE ORDER ON PREVENTING AND COMBATING 
DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF GENDER IDENTITY OR SEXUAL 
ORIENTATION.  REF B IS EXECUTIVE ORDER ON ENABLING ALL QUALIFIED 
AMERICANS TO SERVE THEIR COUNTRY IN UNIFORM//  
POC/J. L. OLVER/MAJ/CMC (MPE)/TEL: COM 703-784-9371/TEL: 
DSN 278//
POC/E. C. HABIB/CAPT/CMC (MPE)/TEL: COM 703-784-9371/TEL: 
DSN 278//
GENTEXT/REMARKS/1.  Pride Month is celebrated each year in the month 
of June, and during this month we take the opportunity to recognize 
the contributions of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer 
or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual and more (LGBTQIA+) service 
members.  More information may be found at 
https:(slash)(slash)www.defenseculture.mil/special-observances/.
2.  The celebration of Pride Month is held in June each year to 
honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan, New York.  This 
uprising served as the catalyst for the gay rights movement in the 
Unites States and around the world.  Consisting of parties, parades, 
and the sharing of food, this month-long celebration serves to 
create an environment of inclusion.  
3.  In the past and today, LGBTQIA+ Marines have served and fought 
valiantly for our Nation.  Their readiness and willingness to serve 
make our Corps stronger and the nation safer.  Throughout Pride 
Month, we recognize the LGBTQIA+ Marines and their contributions to
the Corps as their hard work, courage, and determination are part 
of the success of our team.  The Marine Corps continues to focus on 
lethality and readiness derived from the strength of an inclusive 
culture.  We also remain dedicated to promoting a professional 
environment, free from personal, social, or institutional obstacles, 
that enables and encourages all Marines to achieve their full 
potential.
4.  During this observance month, commanders are encouraged to 
recognize and celebrate the invaluable service and selfless 
contributions of military and civilian LGBTQIA+ to our country and 
Corps.  Commanders are further encouraged to conduct programs and 
promote participation in observance events within their commands 
and across their local communities. 
5.  The Marine Corps is dedicated to serving in accordance with the 
values we defend by standardizing dignity and respect towards all 
people, no matter what immutable characteristics they possess.  With 
steadfast promotion of a professional environment, free from social 
or institutional barriers, we create an atmosphere for Marines to 
realize and embrace their full potential. 
6.  Release authorized by Brigadier General David R. Everly, 
Director, Manpower Plans and Policy Division, Manpower and Reserve 
Affairs.//