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Rear Adm. Guido Valdes, Naval Medical Forces Pacific commander, signs a proclamation declaring April 2024 as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month at Naval Station San Diego, March 20, 2024. Valdes also delivered a call-to-action message via video, shared throughout the NMFP area of operations, underscoring the command’s commitment to eradicating sexual assault and to foster an environment where every individual feels safe, respected, and empowered. “This year’s theme, ‘Step Forward. Prevent. Report. Advocate.,’ is a call to action for everyone to take responsibility for prevention and support survivors,” Valdes said. “Living our core values means we protect each other and ensure our people can focus on the mission.” (U.S. Navy Photo by Arsenio R. Cortez Jr.)