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    The Commandant of the Marine Corps issued a letter regarding recent incidents of sexual harassment and fraternization within the ranks. He states that this type of unacceptable behavior goes against Marine Corps values and that now is the time for leaders to take a hard look at policies on communication and enforcement. Leaders are instructed to review relevant orders and manuals, assess their commands for potential problems, ensure effective sexual harassment training, and communicate policies down to the lowest levels. Marines should not hesitate to report any incidents, as there are services available to assist. Maintaining the dignity and respect of all Marines is an essential responsibility of commanders.

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    The Commandant of the Marine Corps issued a letter regarding recent incidents of sexual harassment and fraternization within the ranks. He states that this type of unacceptable behavior goes against Marine Corps values and that now is the time for leaders to take a hard look at policies on communication and enforcement. Leaders are instructed to review relevant orders and manuals, assess their commands for potential problems, ensure effective sexual harassment training, and communicate policies down to the lowest levels. Marines should not hesitate to report any incidents, as there are services available to assist. Maintaining the dignity and respect of all Marines is an essential responsibility of commanders.

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    The Commandant of the Marine Corps issued a letter regarding recent incidents of sexual harassment and fraternization within the ranks. He states that this type of unacceptable behavior goes against Marine Corps values and that now is the time for leaders to take a hard look at policies on communication and enforcement. Leaders are instructed to review relevant orders and manuals, assess their commands for potential problems, ensure effective sexual harassment training, and communicate policies down to the lowest levels. Marines should not hesitate to report any incidents, as there are services available to assist. Maintaining the dignity and respect of all Marines is an essential responsibility of commanders.

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    MP White Letter 13.

    96

    5354
    CMC

    WHITE LETTER NO. 13/96

    From: Commandant of the Marine Corps


    To: All General Officers
    All Commanding Officers
    All Officers in Charge

    Subj: SEXUAL HARASSMENT AND FRATERNIZATION

    1. The recently publicized incidents of sexual harassment and sexual misconduct, as well as the
    disappointing results of the 1996 Marine Corps Equal Opportunity Survey and the 1995 DoD Survey on
    Sexual Harassment, are painful reminders that we are not doing all we can to eradicate this unprofessional
    and unacceptable behavior from our ranks. Let me make this clear--these actions are fundamentally
    inconsistent with our core values and ethos.

    2. We do not need any more indicators to tell us that now is the time to take a hard look at our policies--
    concentrating on how we communicate and enforce them. The solution to any potential problem lies in good
    leadership. Review MCO 5300.10A, MCO P5354.1C, and the fraternization policy in the Marine Corps
    Manual, and personally assess the potential for problems in your command. Review your sexual harassment
    training and its effectiveness. In addition, assess how you are communicating Marine Corps policies on
    sexual harassment and fraternization down to the lowest level and the effectiveness of such communication.

    3. Marines should not be hesitant to report incidents of sexual harassment or discrimination of any kind. I
    want to make sure everyone knows there are people and services both within the chain of command and on
    base available to assist.

    4. It is our responsibility to ensure that all Marines are treated with dignity and respect. As Commandant, I
    believe the welfare of our Marine family is my greatest responsibility and essential to maintaining the nation's
    premier force in readiness to answer the call to arms. This is a leadership issue which requires every
    commander's attention.

    C. C. KRULAK

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