170426-N-AA175-027 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 26, 2017) Capt. Mark A. Melson, commanding officer of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), delivers remarks during the Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) observance. SAAPM is observed each April to identify and strengthen the roles that Sailors and Marines play in combating sexual assault. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eric Zeak/Released)