CMC Planning Guidance

1. Introduction: Our team, what we do (travel around the world every other week inspecting Marines). We are the �eyes and ears� of the Commandant. We inspect for the CMC as well as listen to the Fleet to take information BACK to the Commandant. Today we will bring you items of concern for our Commandant, thus items of concern for our Corps. If we address these issues and fox them, we can move on to the most important aspect of our Corps; fighting and winning our nations wars. Some background on this brief� this was built to be a 45-55 minute hard hitting presentation to reach out to our 18-26 year old Marine. It is broken into parts to keep them moving, thinking, laughing and AWAKE! If we don�t get through to them, they won�t hear, and if they don�t hear, we will continue to harass, haze and kill Marines. What is our measure of effectiveness? It is hard to tell, could it be the Marine who decides not to drive drunk, or counsels a suicidal peer, or stops a Marine with criminal sexual intent�it can�t be measured�but we must try to get through. Introduction: Our team, what we do (travel around the world every other week inspecting Marines). We are the �eyes and ears� of the Commandant. We inspect for the CMC as well as listen to the Fleet to take information BACK to the Commandant. Today we will bring you items of concern for our Commandant, thus items of concern for our Corps. If we address these issues and fox them, we can move on to the most important aspect of our Corps; fighting and winning our nations wars. Some background on this brief� this was built to be a 45-55 minute hard hitting presentation to reach out to our 18-26 year old Marine. It is broken into parts to keep them moving, thinking, laughing and AWAKE! If we don�t get through to them, they won�t hear, and if they don�t hear, we will continue to harass, haze and kill Marines. What is our measure of effectiveness? It is hard to tell, could it be the Marine who decides not to drive drunk, or counsels a suicidal peer, or stops a Marine with criminal sexual intent�it can�t be measured�but we must try to get through.

4. ProfessionalismStandardsTraditions(Or Lack There Of)

5. Overweight Marines This is NOT a Bigfoot sighting Only Marine authorized to be fat � Fat Albert

6. Physical Fitness andBody Composition Program Marines must be physically and mentally ready to deploy to combat at a moment�s notice. All Marine Corps standards shall be applied equally across the board without preference to rank. Marines must continue to uphold the high standards that set us apart. BCP has not changed significantly since 2008, at which time a generous grace period was provided to comply with the changes.

7. 7 BCP-MAP is a CMC directed look at our compliance with MCO 6110.3. The CMC directed IGMC in partnership with M&RA to conduct this survey. The survey is still on going and we do not yet have the final results. As you can see as of 27 July 2011 we showed 4097 Marines not in compliance with the MCO. 1.68% of the Total Force 91% of all BCP assignments are PFC-SGT! (3,730 of 4,097) We briefed DMCS on 15 AUG. LEADERSHIP and LEADERS must stay engaged on to hold all ranks accountable to our high Marine Corps StandardsBCP-MAP is a CMC directed look at our compliance with MCO 6110.3. The CMC directed IGMC in partnership with M&RA to conduct this survey. The survey is still on going and we do not yet have the final results. As you can see as of 27 July 2011 we showed 4097 Marines not in compliance with the MCO. 1.68% of the Total Force 91% of all BCP assignments are PFC-SGT! (3,730 of 4,097) We briefed DMCS on 15 AUG. LEADERSHIP and LEADERS must stay engaged on to hold all ranks accountable to our high Marine Corps Standards

8. Hazing

9. Hazing Conduct by one military member to another that causes suffering or exposure to an activity that is cruel, abusive, humiliating or oppressive Includes but is not limited to: Any form of initiation or congratulatory act that involves physically striking another to inflict pain Piercing another�s skin in any manner Verbally berating another Encouraging another to excessively consume alcohol Encouraging another to engage in illegal, harmful, demeaning or dangerous acts Soliciting or coercing another to engage in hazing Consent by the subject is NOT a defense MCO 1700.28

10. Hazing Why we don�t Haze each other: Respect, dignity, compassion Marines take care of Marines Warrior Ethos Core Values Morality and Character Standard Bearer Once a Marine Always a Marine

11. Hazing What to do about hazing? Stop the hazing! Inform your superiors using the chain of command If your immediate superiors are involved: Request mast to your Commanding Officer or Commanding General Notify your Command Inspector Call the IGMC Hotline at (703) 614-1348/9 or DSN 224-1348/9 Use the �Hotline Procedures� found at the �Inspector General� link on www.hqmc.usmc.mil

13. Binge Drinking

14. Touches each area of a Marine�s lifeTouches each area of a Marine�s life

15. Spice Sold as herbal incense � not for human consumption Herbal Smoking Blends Contain various synthetic compounds Smoked for marijuana-like effects (physical & mental) Ivory Wave Sold as bath salts � not for human consumption Comes in the form of tablets or a powder Can be swallowed, snorted, or injected Similar effects as Cocaine, MDMA and Amphetamines Mephedrone Sold as plant food � not for human consumption Chemically related to amphetamin Effects Increased media reports of use in US

16. As of 1 March 2011, five of the substances used to make �fake marijuana� are on the DEA�s controlled substance list. This makes smoking Spice ILLEGAL. MCO P1700.24B (27 Dec 01) Prohibits use of controlled substance used contrary to the directions of the manufacturer or prescribing healthcare provider; and the use of any intoxicating substance not intended for human ingestion. OPNAVINST 5350.4D (04 Jun 09) Prohibits use of controlled substance analogues, such as designer drugs, and includes consumption of substances for other than their intended use Violators subject to UCMJ Article 92 The way ahead is through prevention and awareness vice urinalysis DEA added 5 more compound to their control list (JWH-018, JWH-073, JWH-200, CP-47,497 & C8 homologue) using emergency scheduling authority (1 Mar 2011) According to the DEA, placement of these synthetic cannabinoids into Schedule I of the CSA is necessary to avoid an imminent hazard to the public safety. Finalization of this action will impose criminal sanctions and regulatory controls on the manufacture, distribution, possession, importation, and exportation of these synthetic cannabinoids The way ahead is through prevention and awareness vice urinalysis DEA added 5 more compound to their control list (JWH-018, JWH-073, JWH-200, CP-47,497 & C8 homologue) using emergency scheduling authority (1 Mar 2011) According to the DEA, placement of these synthetic cannabinoids into Schedule I of the CSA is necessary to avoid an imminent hazard to the public safety. Finalization of this action will impose criminal sanctions and regulatory controls on the manufacture, distribution, possession, importation, and exportation of these synthetic cannabinoids

17. Safety:What�s Killing Marines?

18. Safety

19. Semper Ride Focus on �Motorcycling the Right Way� Started in 2009 as a joint effort to reduce motorcycle fatalities www.semperride.com Video has already been shown at major installations Combined with pre-existing Safety Stand downs and safety events to bring attention to safe riding Focus on �Motorcycling the Right Way� Started in 2009 as a joint effort to reduce motorcycle fatalities www.semperride.com Video has already been shown at major installations Combined with pre-existing Safety Stand downs and safety events to bring attention to safe riding

20. Motorcycle Initiatives 20 3 Levels of Motorcycle Training Mentorship Program / Unit Motorcycle Clubs MCTFS Codes � For motorcycle training Semperride.com Forums � Where the riders talk Events � News about upcoming events and rides Motorcycle Info � Info on buying your first bike Where to Ride � Dirt bike Tracks & Street bike Tracks Purchase Gear � Links and coupons to purchase motorcycle gear Semper Ride Facebook Page http://www.facebook.com/SemperRide1 Continued education and refresher training at least every 3 years Putting the focus on �There is always something to learn� with multiply levels so the training is fresh and relative Mentorship program aims at Marines teaching Marines about safe and responsibly riding MCTFS Codes � used to track who and to what level Marines are trained using the existing MCTFS database system via MOL Semper Ride utilizes a website and facebook to reach riders Continued education and refresher training at least every 3 years Putting the focus on �There is always something to learn� with multiply levels so the training is fresh and relative Mentorship program aims at Marines teaching Marines about safe and responsibly riding MCTFS Codes � used to track who and to what level Marines are trained using the existing MCTFS database system via MOL Semper Ride utilizes a website and facebook to reach riders

21. Safety

22. Safety

23. Safety

26. Combat Operational StressSuicidesSexual AssaultHearing Conservation

28. Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep Unusual fatigue Difficulty concentrating Unexplained physical illness Apathy or carelessness Lack of temper control Repeated dreams about bad experiences Uncontrollable pounding heart, sweating, or breathing Desire to isolate yourself from other people

29. Operational Stress Myth If you voluntarily seek help for a stress disorder (PTSD, TBI) you will� End your Career Loss of your clearance

30. Chaplain Corpsman Unit medical officer Marine & Family Services (MCCS) counselor OSCAR mental health professional (in MARDIVs) Navy hospital or clinic Military OneSource (www.militaryonesource.com) Vet Centers (www.va.gov/rcs)

31. 31 We train our Marines to deal with extraordinary circumstances and they perform magnificently. Yet, some of them when faced with manageable life time crisis situations elect to take their lives instead of facing the challenges in front of them. Again, we need to find ways to unlock their brains and get them to take the right path willingly. - The Risk Factors are compiled by DoD and Marine Corps staff which monitors the program, but the numbers for 2009-2010 says a lot about empowering our Marines and Sailors �coping skills� - As you can see with our Suicide Numbers and Attempts we are doing a better job in 2011. - Keep in mind the loss for the unit, family and the Marine Corps. Even if a suicide attempt is made, that Marine is no longer fully deployable due to the need to constantly ensure they keep themselves safe. - Now our intent is to push Awareness and Prevention at all levels so we can Apply Leadership and Assistance before someone contemplates suicide. We train our Marines to deal with extraordinary circumstances and they perform magnificently. Yet, some of them when faced with manageable life time crisis situations elect to take their lives instead of facing the challenges in front of them. Again, we need to find ways to unlock their brains and get them to take the right path willingly. - The Risk Factors are compiled by DoD and Marine Corps staff which monitors the program, but the numbers for 2009-2010 says a lot about empowering our Marines and Sailors �coping skills� - As you can see with our Suicide Numbers and Attempts we are doing a better job in 2011. - Keep in mind the loss for the unit, family and the Marine Corps. Even if a suicide attempt is made, that Marine is no longer fully deployable due to the need to constantly ensure they keep themselves safe. - Now our intent is to push Awareness and Prevention at all levels so we can Apply Leadership and Assistance before someone contemplates suicide.

32. Suicide Warning Signs 80% of all suicide attempts and suicides show symptoms of potential suicidal behavior before the attempt80% of all suicide attempts and suicides show symptoms of potential suicidal behavior before the attempt

33. Engage Suicide Civilian research shows that the greatest barrier to seeking help in the civilian world is stigma. How much more true is this in the military. Research from the Department of the Navy Suicide Incident Report research project, which has been collecting data on all Marine Corps and Navy suicides since 1999, supports the notion of perceived stigma for seeking help. This research shows that in the month prior suicide, at the peak of their crisis, 77% of Marines and Sailors did not ask for help from Medical or any other assistance agency, and 38% had not sought help within the year prior. It was also found that not one individual with alcohol or drug involvement at the time of suicide was found to have received treatment for substance abuse. If seeking help were ok, and even encouraged to maximize personal readiness, I suspect more of them would have done so. The services are readily available. Reducing the stigma for seeking help in the service, not just the Marine Corps, will require a change in culture, and will be a long-term effort. The last item pertains to some public service announcements by the NIMH to promote the value of help-seeking behavior among men using real-life examples who show they sought help and lived to succeed. It would be helpful to air these on Armed Services networks. The Marine Corps is also participating in a �Purple� set of anti-suicide public-service announcement being produced this week by the Air Force. Civilian research shows that the greatest barrier to seeking help in the civilian world is stigma. How much more true is this in the military. Research from the Department of the Navy Suicide Incident Report research project, which has been collecting data on all Marine Corps and Navy suicides since 1999, supports the notion of perceived stigma for seeking help. This research shows that in the month prior suicide, at the peak of their crisis, 77% of Marines and Sailors did not ask for help from Medical or any other assistance agency, and 38% had not sought help within the year prior. It was also found that not one individual with alcohol or drug involvement at the time of suicide was found to have received treatment for substance abuse. If seeking help were ok, and even encouraged to maximize personal readiness, I suspect more of them would have done so. The services are readily available. Reducing the stigma for seeking help in the service, not just the Marine Corps, will require a change in culture, and will be a long-term effort. The last item pertains to some public service announcements by the NIMH to promote the value of help-seeking behavior among men using real-life examples who show they sought help and lived to succeed. It would be helpful to air these on Armed Services networks. The Marine Corps is also participating in a �Purple� set of anti-suicide public-service announcement being produced this week by the Air Force.

34. The Never Leave a Marine Behind, Suicide Prevention Training series introduces the acronym R.A.C.E. as the accepted method to identify and take care of Marines and sailors showing signs of being �at risk� for suicide behavior. This acronym is taught during the annual NLMB training. NLMB is now being taught to all Marines and Sailors assigned to Marine units in the following courses: -Jr. Marine NLMB Course -NCO NLMB Course -SNCO NLMB Course -Officer NLMB Course The Never Leave a Marine Behind, Suicide Prevention Training series introduces the acronym R.A.C.E. as the accepted method to identify and take care of Marines and sailors showing signs of being �at risk� for suicide behavior. This acronym is taught during the annual NLMB training. NLMB is now being taught to all Marines and Sailors assigned to Marine units in the following courses: -Jr. Marine NLMB Course -NCO NLMB Course -SNCO NLMB Course -Officer NLMB Course

35. Sexual Assault Prevention & Response These videos were developed as part of our new NCO Bystander Intervention course � Take a Stand (working title). Video 1 - No Video 2 � Bystander Intervention These videos were developed as part of our new NCO Bystander Intervention course � Take a Stand (working title). Video 1 - No Video 2 � Bystander Intervention

36. In 2009, the Secretary of Defense ordered all services to conduct a sexual assault assessment to determine the if the existing programs were effective and what further actions needed to be done. From the study in 2009 we gathered the facts depicted on this slide and they are still relevant today. So, we must remain vigilant to these facts as we Lead, Teach, and Supervise our Marines. The next slide shows what we have done about this issue. In 2009, the Secretary of Defense ordered all services to conduct a sexual assault assessment to determine the if the existing programs were effective and what further actions needed to be done. From the study in 2009 we gathered the facts depicted on this slide and they are still relevant today. So, we must remain vigilant to these facts as we Lead, Teach, and Supervise our Marines. The next slide shows what we have done about this issue.

37. Take A Stand Bystander Intervention Training New 3 Hour Training Program: Videos, Mini-Lectures, Guided Discussions, Activities Taught by Uniformed Victim Advocates All NCO�s trained by August 2012 MARADMIN 587/11 released 5 October 2011 Bystander intervention applies to all Marines because it exemplifies the core values, ethics, and motto of the Marine Corps. The premise of bystander intervention is to encourage everyone to be aware of the times when they can take action and then to do so at every opportunity. There is not one correct way to respond nor is there only one opportunity. In fact, there are often many chances to take action and several ways to do so. Examples of active bystander intervention include: Intervening if a person is noticeably drunk and someone intends to have sex with that person in the drunken state. Speaking up when someone is making degrading sexist remarks. Cautiously and safely intervening to de-escalate a situation if a couple are arguing and one starts to become aggressive. Talking to a friend to ensure they are okay or determine if they want to leave a situation that appears uncomfortable or dangerous. Making up an excuse to help a friend get away from someone who is bothering them or is a potential threat. Calling the police for assistance if intervention is unsafe. Informing a bartender or party host if someone had too much to drink. Pointing out someone's disrespectful behavior or comments in a safe and respectful manner. Removing a friend from a risky situation. Ask participants: What are some other examples of bystander intervention? The five steps for taking action are: Notice the event along a continuum of actions: What did you see or hear that concerns you? Consider whether the situation demands your action: How does the situation affect you or someone else? Decide if you have a responsibility to act: What do Marine Corps values tell you? Choose what form of assistance to use: What can you do? What can you encourage others to do? Are there others in a better position to act? If so, how do you get them involved - e.g. go to the Duty? What are the risks for taking action? Understand how to implement the choice safely: Do you know how to implement your choice? Would you? What would prevent you from intervening? Activity Instructions Tell the learners that you will be reading a scenario to the group in which you want them to use the model of �five steps for taking action� to determine their responses, if any. Read the scenario. Talk through each of the 5 steps and ask them to assess the scenario by reading the questions following each step listed above (e.g. What did you see or hear that concerns you?) Repeat with each scenario as time allows. � Scenario 1: You are in front of the commissary talking with a woman in your unit. Three Marines walk by looking at her and making remarks about her body. A few minutes later you hear one Marine say: �I�d like to hit that� and they all laugh. Your female friend is obviously embarrassed. What would you do? Scenario 2: You are talking with two friends. Both of them are Marines. One begins to talk about how he is planning a date with a woman he just met. He wants to go someplace where the drinks are cheap and plentiful so she will get drunk and be more �ready� to go back to his place afterwards. He goes on to tell you about how he has done this several times before because it�s an easy way to get �laid�. He then says that most of the time the women don�t even remember having sex so it�s a great hook up with no obligation for a second date. He asks if you have any ideas about where they should go for drinks. What would you say? Scenario 3: You have just come back to base from a night out with some friends. As you enter the barracks, you see a male and female together, both visibly intoxicated. You recognize the man as a Marine in your unit. The woman is falling down and slurring her speech. The man is holding her up and leading her down the hallway toward his room. They are kissing and touching each other in a sexual way. The woman is giggling but stops to say she is feeling very dizzy and sick. The male Marine says that he�ll take care of her. They go into his room and soon you hear some loud noises that concern you so you decide to go to the door to see if you can tell what�s going on. You hear the woman say, �I�m going to be sick. I need to go. Where are my pants?� and the man replies, �It�s okay. I won�t hurt you. I thought you wanted to do this. Just lie still and the dizziness will go away.� � Bystander intervention applies to all Marines because it exemplifies the core values, ethics, and motto of the Marine Corps. The premise of bystander intervention is to encourage everyone to be aware of the times when they can take action and then to do so at every opportunity. There is not one correct way to respond nor is there only one opportunity. In fact, there are often many chances to take action and several ways to do so. Examples of active bystander intervention include: Intervening if a person is noticeably drunk and someone intends to have sex with that person in the drunken state. Speaking up when someone is making degrading sexist remarks. Cautiously and safely intervening to de-escalate a situation if a couple are arguing and one starts to become aggressive. Talking to a friend to ensure they are okay or determine if they want to leave a situation that appears uncomfortable or dangerous. Making up an excuse to help a friend get away from someone who is bothering them or is a potential threat. Calling the police for assistance if intervention is unsafe. Informing a bartender or party host if someone had too much to drink. Pointing out someone's disrespectful behavior or comments in a safe and respectful manner. Removing a friend from a risky situation. Ask participants: What are some other examples of bystander intervention? The five steps for taking action are: Notice the event along a continuum of actions: What did you see or hear that concerns you? Consider whether the situation demands your action: How does the situation affect you or someone else? Decide if you have a responsibility to act: What do Marine Corps values tell you? Choose what form of assistance to use: What can you do? What can you encourage others to do? Are there others in a better position to act? If so, how do you get them involved - e.g. go to the Duty? What are the risks for taking action? Understand how to implement the choice safely: Do you know how to implement your choice? Would you? What would prevent you from intervening? Activity Instructions Tell the learners that you will be reading a scenario to the group in which you want them to use the model of �five steps for taking action� to determine their responses, if any. Read the scenario. Talk through each of the 5 steps and ask them to assess the scenario by reading the questions following each step listed above (e.g. What did you see or hear that concerns you?) Repeat with each scenario as time allows. � Scenario 1: You are in front of the commissary talking with a woman in your unit. Three Marines walk by looking at her and making remarks about her body. A few minutes later you hear one Marine say: �I�d like to hit that� and they all laugh. Your female friend is obviously embarrassed. What would you do? Scenario 2: You are talking with two friends. Both of them are Marines. One begins to talk about how he is planning a date with a woman he just met. He wants to go someplace where the drinks are cheap and plentiful so she will get drunk and be more �ready� to go back to his place afterwards. He goes on to tell you about how he has done this several times before because it�s an easy way to get �laid�. He then says that most of the time the women don�t even remember having sex so it�s a great hook up with no obligation for a second date. He asks if you have any ideas about where they should go for drinks. What would you say? Scenario 3: You have just come back to base from a night out with some friends. As you enter the barracks, you see a male and female together, both visibly intoxicated. You recognize the man as a Marine in your unit. The woman is falling down and slurring her speech. The man is holding her up and leading her down the hallway toward his room. They are kissing and touching each other in a sexual way. The woman is giggling but stops to say she is feeling very dizzy and sick. The male Marine says that he�ll take care of her. They go into his room and soon you hear some loud noises that concern you so you decide to go to the door to see if you can tell what�s going on. You hear the woman say, �I�m going to be sick. I need to go. Where are my pants?� and the man replies, �It�s okay. I won�t hurt you. I thought you wanted to do this. Just lie still and the dizziness will go away.� �

38. Sexual Assault CMC White Letter 2-12 Marines�we have a significant issue with Sexual Assault inside our Corps � let me be clear on how I view this and where I stand. Sexual Assault is an ugly mark on our proud reputation; it goes against everything we claim to be as United States Marines�it is a crime. This crime is not only completely incompatible with our core values of honor, courage, and commitment, it is an affront to the basic American principles we so bravely defend.

39. Sexual Assault CMC White Letter 2-12 It undermines readiness, unit cohesion, and morale. Pure and simple�it is an aberration that has no place in the Marine Corps. It is no longer acceptable to say �we will do better.� I want Marines of all ranks thinking and talking about this issue. We must reinforce the message that it is every Marine�s inherent duty to step up and step in to prevent sexual assault.

40. Sexual Assault CMC White Letter 2-12 I need your help in building and maintaining the conviction to fight sexual assault, and stamp out harassment and indifference. It is time to remember �who we are� and �what we stand for.� �The Marine Corps has not spent the last ten years defending our nation�s highest principles abroad, only to permit this type of behavior within our own ranks!� �Marines�Leaders�I need your immediate attention to this matter! � General James F. Amos

41. And at the end of the day, this is what it is all about. Keeping Faith with our Marines, our Sailors, and our Families in their journey through the Corps. It was not too long ago when You and I were the faces in this picture. We needed mentorship and guidance as we learned the systems of duty, performance, conduct etc in our Marine Corps. Well, these young Warriors need you mentorship and positive and inclusive leadership more than ever now. As we begin Transition from AFG and Drawdown we need to keep these Warriors very well informed. Well informed Marines are usually solid performing Marines. You see at the end of the day our Marines expect 3 things from us as their Leaders: Slide.And at the end of the day, this is what it is all about. Keeping Faith with our Marines, our Sailors, and our Families in their journey through the Corps. It was not too long ago when You and I were the faces in this picture. We needed mentorship and guidance as we learned the systems of duty, performance, conduct etc in our Marine Corps. Well, these young Warriors need you mentorship and positive and inclusive leadership more than ever now. As we begin Transition from AFG and Drawdown we need to keep these Warriors very well informed. Well informed Marines are usually solid performing Marines. You see at the end of the day our Marines expect 3 things from us as their Leaders: Slide.

42. Questions