191008-M-EJ561-1109 TARUKAN, Philippines, (Oct. 8, 2019) U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Ashley Alexis Johnson hands out school supplies to students during KAMANDAG 3 at the Tarukan Elementary School in Tarlac, Philippines, Sept. 8, 2019. Humanitarian and civic assistance activities enable our service members to develop personal relationships and provide support to local communities. KAMANDAG 3 is a Philippine-led, bilateral exercise with participation from Japan. KAMANDAG is an acronym for the Filipino phrase “Kaagapay Ng Mga Manirigma Ng Dagat,” which translates to “Cooperation of the Warriors of the Sea,” highlighting the partnership between the U.S. and Philippine militaries. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael Ponn/Released)