 This April, the Marine Corps and the DOD observe Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month with the theme, Eliminate Sexual Assault. Know your part, do your part. When I look at our SAPRA program in operation across the Marine Corps, I'm pleased to recognize the excellence of our military and civilian personnel who all have a part in preventing and responding to sexual assault. Our commanders, our SARCs, UVAs and victim advocates, our medical providers and counselors, our investigative agencies, our victims' legal counsel and judge advocates, all of these Marines and civilians serve their role honorably and with dedication. But the SAPRA program doesn't end with them. You also have a part in eliminating sexual assault. First, Marines have the moral compass and courage to do the right thing. We do not take advantage of each other or precarious situations. If we see suspicious or criminal behavior, we report it. Second, Marines step up and step in when they see a situation that could lead to a sexual assault. We look out for each other. We don't look away if someone needs help or if something feels not quite right. Third, Marines always remain faithful to each other and our core values. We do not tolerate retaliation of any kind. If a Marine has come forward to report a sexual assault, we continue to treat that person with the dignity and respect that all Marines deserve. On this last day of April, sexual assault awareness and prevention month is coming to an end. But our duty to prevent and respond to this crime lasts all year long. We've made much progress, but we still have much to do. All Marines must do their part. Only together can we win this battle against sexual assault. Semper Fidelis.