The Association of Naval Services Officers (ANSO) will host its annual symposium Sept. 12-13 at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut.

The symposium is designed to bring officers, enlisted personnel, civilian executives and other leaders in the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and maritime industry through educational and professional development training sessions that focus on this year's theme. This year's theme is "Molding Tomorrow's Sea Services Officers & Their Futures."

ANSO's mission is to assist the sea service chief's efforts in Hispanic workforce recruitment and retention efforts by fostering the personal growth and professional development of officer, enlisted and civilian personnel. The mission also includes providing support with mentoring, networking, training and educational opportunities, and engaging with the Hispanic community through outreach initiatives.

Navy Personnel Command's (NPC) Talent Development Team will fund up to 50 registration fees. Funding requires pre-registration and participation in post-event survey. Travel for attendees outside the local area must be funded through individual commands. Command-funded registrations are not authorized. Any participation outside the 50 Navy-funded registrations will be at the service member's expense. Uniform for the event is service khaki for E-7 and above, and service uniform for E-6 and below.

ANSO is an organization which focuses on the mentorship and professional development of Hispanic service members. It was formally established in February, 1981 to address Hispanic recruiting and retention issues, and to serve as a link between the Hispanic community and the sea services.

To register for the symposium contact Lt. Christina Johns at (901) 874-4325 or via email at christina.johns@navy.mil.

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