2024 NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

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MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC MRA//
SUBJ/2024 NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH//
REF/A/PL 90-498/17SEP1968//
REF/B/PL 100-402/17AUG1988//
REF/C/USD PERSONNEL AND READINESS MEMO/30AUG2022//
NARR/REF A IS PUBLIC LAW ON NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE WEEK.
REF B IS PUBLIC LAW ON NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH.
REF C IS UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE MEMORANDUM FOR SENIOR PENTAGON
LEADERSHIP DEFENSE AGENCY AND DOD FIELD ACTIVITY DIRECTORS//
POC/S. C. WARNER/MAJ/CMC (MPE)/TEL: COM 703-784-2149/TEL: DSN 278/
EMAIL: [email protected]//
GENTEXT/REMARKS/1. National Hispanic Heritage Month (NHHM) is
celebrated annually from 15 September through 15 October.
On 17 September 1968, Congress issued a joint resolution
authorizing the President to proclaim the week, including 15-16
September, as "National Hispanic Heritage Week." Congress amended
this resolution in 1988, creating a 31-day observance month
beginning on 15 September and ending on 15 October.
2. NHHM commemorates the many achievements and cultures of
Hispanic Americans. NHHM is the only Department of Defense (DoD)
special observance to span multiple months, coinciding with
independence day celebrations for several Latin American countries.
The 2024 NHHM theme is "Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future
Together." This theme emphasizes the Hispanic Americans who have
sacrificed to create a better future for the Nation and all
Americans. Additional information may be found at
https:(slash)(slash)www.defenseculture.mil/Special-Observances/.
3. During this time, we honor the culture and contributions of
persons who trace their origin or descent to Mexico, Puerto Rico,
Cuba, Central and South America, and other Spanish cultures.
Leveraging the diverse talents, perspectives, and experiences of
personnel with Hispanic heritage contributes to operational
success. We value the past and present contributions of Service
members and DoD civilian employees of Hispanic heritage. As we
celebrate the achievements of our Hispanic military and civilian
employees, the Marine Corps recognizes the operational advantages
this diverse and dynamic community provides to operations at home
and abroad.
4. The Marine Corps is committed to treating everyone with dignity
and respect. As such, the Marine Corps takes pride in building
strength through diversity and remains dedicated to promoting a
professional environment free from personal, social, or
institutional barriers that prevent Marines from reaching their
full potential.
5. Release authorized by Brigadier General David R. Everly,
Deputy Director, Manpower and Plans and Policy Division.//