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Marines and sailors . Sexual assault is

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an issue in society and in our core ,

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it is up to each one of us to prevent

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it . We must create a zero tolerance

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mentality for sexual assault within our

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ranks while also maintaining a culture

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of dignity and respect for survivors .

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Sexual assault is defined as

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intentional sexual contact

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characterized by the use of force

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threats , intimidation , abuse of

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authority or when the victim does not

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or cannot consent , gender is no

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barrier to sexual assault . One quarter

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of all reports of sexual assault in the

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Marine Corps are from male survivors .

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Service members should never feel guilt ,

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shame or question their worth when

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making a report , all who report a

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sexual assault will be met with dignity ,

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respect and ample resources to assist .

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During such a critical time , the

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sapper program remains focused on

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advocacy prevention and awareness . If

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you witness inappropriate behavior or

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suspect that sexual assault may occur ,

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step forward , you should make every

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effort to prevent and intervene .

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Report any incidents of sexual

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harassment or assault to your chain of

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command immediately and advocate for

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those who have survived sexual assault

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and for a safer Marine Corps . Step

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forward . Prevent report advocate

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April is sexual assault Awareness and

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prevention month and it is recognized

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by both civilian and military

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communities . Observing this month

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focuses on the importance of creating a

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culture and commitment to eliminate

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sexual assault . We protect and support

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each other on the battlefield . We must

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also do this here on the home front by

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creating a safe and inclusive

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environment for all . Remember ,

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preventing sexual assault is not just a

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responsibility , it is a mission we

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must all commit to together . We can

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make a difference and ensure our core

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remains a place of honor , courage and

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commitment . Thank you for your

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dedication to this important cause .

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Semper Fidelis .