The American people expect the highest standards of operational competence and personal conduct from the Marine Corps, and we demand nothing less of ourselves. Our mission success is inextricably linked to a command climate where every Marine, Sailor, and civilian is treated with absolute fairness, dignity, and respect. We will not tolerate unprofessional or intimidating behavior. Instead, leaders at every level are charged with cultivating an environment where all personnel can leverage their unique talents and pursue their full potential without fear of reprisal. By enforcing these standards and taking immediate action to correct unacceptable behavior, we forge a cohesive, high-performing team. Ultimately, we ensure that no one ever fights alone, maintaining a culture of committed warriors who are always ready to fight and win.
When you made the choice to serve your nation as a military service member, you joined an organization that maintains high standards and that carries the highest expectations of the American people. What America expects of the Marine Corps, we will always demand of ourselves - operational competence and personal conduct that demonstrate the very best of our nation. We tolerate nothing less.
The high standards of the Marine Corps include those standards with which we treat each other and which all personnel in our ranks should expect to encounter. Our Marines, Sailors and civilian personnel will expect to be treated with fairness, dignity, and respect, and will have the opportunity to pursue their potential regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. We do not tolerate unprofessional, offensive, or intimidating behavior.
Leaders at every level will establish a climate whereby all personnel have the opportunity to contribute and reach their potential and where all feel they are a part of a high-performing team that upholds the high standards of the Service. All personnel should feel that they will never have to fight alone and are a part of a cohesive team committed to the core values of the Service and the defense of the nation.
In accordance with Marine Corps Order 5354.lG, all personnel must take immediate action to stop and correct unacceptable behavior. Complaints can be filed using the informal or formal resolution system. Reprisal or acts of intimidation related to a complaint will result in disciplinary or administrative action. False allegations will also be subject to disciplinary action. Assistance is available through your chain of command, your unit Equal Opportunity Coordinator or your unit Equal Opportunity Advisor.
Our mission success depends on enabling our Marines, Sailors and civilian teammates to achieve their fullest potential by leveraging their skills, strengths, experience and unique talents. Proactive and committed leaders that reinforce our high standards will ensure a command culture of committed warriors ready to fight and win.
You can report through your
1. Chain of Command
The Chain of Command is the primary and preferred channel to prevent and respond to complaints of PAC. Use of the chain of command to address PAC exemplifies trust in leadership to quickly and effectively address violations of our standards.
2. Equal Opportunity Coordinator (EOC)
The EOC are appointed by the Commander and will assist the command facilitating PAC training, standing inspections and serve as the units’ survey administrator for Command Climate Assessments. EOC will NOT conduct complaint intakes, they will do a warm hand off with the servicing EOA.
3. Equal Opportunity Advisor
EOAs are the Marine Corps SMEs on command climate and PAC. EOAs are assigned by DC M&RA. 3rd MLG EOA DSN 315-637-1748, and email: andron.anderson@usmc.mil
Useful Documents
PAC Flowchart
Complain form
The complaint form can be utilized for any of the above reporting avenues.