CORONA, Calif. - Throughout her 10 years of service to the Navy, Joy Allen has maintained a strong work ethic while advocating for inclusion and being a positive influence for others, something that has been installed in her throughout her life.

WASHINGTON - Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) joins the nation in celebrating Black History Month. Also known as National African American History Month, February is an annual recognition and appreciation of achievements by Black Americans and the positive impact they’ve had on history.

At the close of Black History Month, Sailors in leadership positions at Recruit Training Command (RTC) reflected on February’s month long celebration and what it means for them being stationed at the Navy’s only boot camp.

The diversity committee aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) hosted a Black History Month celebration for the crew Feb. 16, 2021.