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Diversity AIMED Officer Program 2023 - Participants of the Marine Forces Reserve Diversity AIMED Officer Program (DAOP) pose for a photo with senior leaders at The Basic School, Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 17, 2023. DAOP identifies talented and diverse enlisted Marines who may become future senior officers in the coming decades. These upcoming leaders will help build and fight the most lethal and survivable Marine Corps imaginable to continue winning the Nation's battles.

Marines Get an Inside Look at Becoming an Officer

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Christian Carrasco, an environmental compliance officer with Combat Logistics Battalion 25 and native of Poteet, Texas has always dreamed of becoming a Marine Corps officer...

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U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Jason Woodworth, the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, poses for a photo with Philip Nguyen and Thu Ha Anders, volunteers for the Vietnamese culture display table, during a multi-cultural day celebration at the 11 area Marine Corps Exchange Food and Service Plaza Pavilion on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 30, 2023. Diversity Celebration Day was created to celebrate all of the Department of Defense approved observances that are recognized throughout the year. Woodworth is a native of Suffield, Connecticut. - U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Jason Woodworth, the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, poses for a photo with Philip Nguyen and Thu Ha Anders, volunteers for the Vietnamese culture display table, during a multi-cultural day celebration at the 11 area Marine Corps Exchange Food and Service Plaza Pavilion on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 30, 2023. Diversity Celebration Day was created to celebrate all of the Department of Defense approved observances that are recognized throughout the year. Woodworth is a native of Suffield, Connecticut.

MCB Camp Pendleton celebrates Multi-Cultural Day

Marines, sailors and civilians from around Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton gather at the 11 Area Marine Corps Exchange Food and Service Plaza Pavilion to observe and celebrate the numerous diverse cultures from around the world, some even represented by the Marine and Sailors stationed at MCB Camp Pendleton. “Commonly known as Multi-Cultural Day, our Diversity Day was created to celebrate all of the Department of Defense’s approved observances that are recognized throughout the year in one all-inclusive event,” said Gunnery Sgt. Donovan SalterGreen, the equal opportunity advisor for Marine Corps Installations West, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton...

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U.S. Marine Corps APA Professionals Leadership Summit brings in top Marine Corps, Congressional, and civilian Industry professionals

Since its establishment in 2019, Marine Corps Asian Pacific American Professionals has remained committed to bringing together Marines and allies, of all backgrounds and cultures, to hear from Marine Corps and Congressional leadership and industry professionals for a leadership and education seminar. The 2022 USMC APA Professionals Leadership Summit took place from April 27th – 28th within a Zoom virtual meeting and hosted over three dozen participants and key speakers. The fourth iteration’s theme was “Leverage” and presented the opportunity for participants to connect on the individual, community, and organization level through discussions on mentorship, inclusion, professionalism, and Marine Corps talent management initiatives.

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U.S. Marine Corps officer candidates with Lima Company participate in a close order drill competition at Officer Candidates School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Aug. 9, 2021. Close order drill instills discipline by increasing precision, response to orders and confidence within the candidates. - U.S. Marine Corps officer candidates with Lima Company participate in a close order drill competition at Officer Candidates School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Aug. 9, 2021. Close order drill instills discipline by increasing precision, response to orders and confidence within the candidates.

Marine Recruiting achieves historic success in diversity representation

“To remain our nation’s modern force in readiness, we require the most capable Marines who offer diverse perspectives and experiences to better innovate and grow our capabilities to conquer adversaries and defend the United States of America.” – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Plan, May 2021. The Marine Corps’ most lethal weapon is – and will always remain – the individual Marine. Marine Corps Recruiting Command continues to meet the accession needs of the Marine Corps while consistently recruiting a diversified force, creating equity in recruiting processes, and cultivating a culture of inclusion...

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Private First Class Hernandez holds up her Eagle, Globe, and Anchor with pride on Parris Island S.C. Aug. 6, 2021. The EGA is the official emblem and insignia of the United States Marine Corps. - Private First Class Hernandez holds up her Eagle, Globe, and Anchor with pride on Parris Island S.C. Aug. 6, 2021. The EGA is the official emblem and insignia of the United States Marine Corps.

MCRC briefly celebrates FY21 mission success, focuses on FY22 challenges

Marine Corps Recruiting Command successfully closed out Fiscal Year 2021 mission in all categories, Sept. 30, signally an end to one of the more challenging years in recent memory for the command. Despite several challenges that greatly impacted recruiting efforts, the daily grind, commitment, and relentless effort of Marine Recruiters and Officer Selection Officers across the Nation resulted in more than 1,880 officer accessions and 36,424 enlisted accessions during FY 2021...

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Airman Gloria Ballesteros, aviation boatswain's mate (fuel), prepares to participate in a traditional Hawaiian dance while wearing Pacific-Islander attire during an Asian-Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan. - Airman Gloria Ballesteros, aviation boatswain's mate (fuel), prepares to participate in a traditional Hawaiian dance while wearing Pacific-Islander attire during an Asian-Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan.

Marine Corps Observes Asian American, Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Throughout the month of May, the Marine Corps honors the past as well as the continuing contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Despite a history of challenges dating back to the earliest immigrants, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders continue to embrace their culture and thrive in the Marine Corps. Diversity, once viewed as a weakness, is now one of the Marine Corps’ greatest strengths...

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May marks AAPI Heritage Month

This May, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is observed on Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. The month is a celebration of the achievements reached by Asian Americans and everything they have given this country.

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Poster designed by Peter Hemmer for the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute. - Poster designed by Peter Hemmer for the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute.