MCCS Okinawa MCFTB - 2025 L.I.N.K.S. Foundations Series

Lifestyle- Insights-Networking-Knowledge-Skills

By MCCS Okinawa

Select date and time

Tuesday, June 3 · 5:30 - 8:30pm JST

Location

VARIOUS BASES-SEE SCHEDULE

OKINAWA Chatan, Okinawa 904-0116 Japan

Agenda

Our Corps, Our Culture

Introduction to the Marine Corps organization, mission, culture, history, and traditions.

Events and Etiquette

Navigate the range of unique events, classic etiquette and distinct protocols that shape this culture.

The Maze

Information regarding the many services and resources available to Military members and their families.

Pay & Entitlements

A basic education of Military pay and allowance, tips on money management, and available base financial services.

The Places You'll Go

Strategies, tips, and services to help for successful moves and transitions.

Deployment 101

Information and resources coping with deployments and other types of military separations.

Investing in Your Community

Volunteer opportunities and the benefits of becoming involved in the community.

Safe and Sound All Around

Basic tips to keep yourself, your family, and your online profile safe, secure and healthy.

Building Your Network

About this event

Event lasts 3 hours

This workshop is designed for Spouses and/or Service Members new to Military Life or to living overseas. Participants learn about Marine Corps history and rank, local installation resources, services, and benefits, military pay, separation and deployment, crossroad options, communication styles, investing in the community and Marine Corps traditions.

Snacks and beverages will be provided.

February 11, 2025 on Camp Hansen (The Palms Officers Lounge)
April 8 , 2025 on Camp Kinser (Surfside)
May 13, 2025 on Camp Courtney (Legends)
Two-night evening session: June 3 & June 4, 2025 on Camp Foster (Ocean Breeze)
July 8, 2025 on Camp Foster (Ocean Breeze)
Two-night evening session: July 29 & July 30, 2025 on Camp Foster (Ocean Breeze)
August 12, 2025 on MCAS Futenma (Habu Pit Officers Lounge)
September 9, 2025 on Camp Courtney (Legends)
Two-night evening session: Sept 30 & Oct 1, 2025 on Camp Foster (Ocean Breeze)
October 15, 2025 on Camp Hansen Hansen (The Palms Officers Lounge)
November 18, 2025 on Camp Foster (Ocean Breeze)
December 16, 2025 on Camp Kinser (Surfside)

*For the Two-night evening sessions: You must attend BOTH nights (5:30-8:30pm) to receive the L.I.N.K.S. completion certificate.*

Cancellation Policy: A confirmation email will be sent to all registered participants 48 hours prior to the scheduled workshop/event. If the workshop/event does not have a minimum number of participants registered, MCFTB reserves the right to cancel. We will notify registered participants as soon as possible if the event is cancelled. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 645-3689 or 098-970-3689. Thank you for understanding and we hope to see you at our upcoming workshop/event.

** Additional workshops can be requested through the DRC/URC

Organized by

MCCS Okinawa

Visit us at https://www.okinawa.usmc-mccs.org/