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MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING 2034 Barnett Ave., Little Hall, 703.784.2687. [email protected] Registration is open on Eventbrite until two days prior to event. L.I.N.K.S. is a program that works through a partnership of volunteer spouses, Marine Corps Family Team Building (MCFTB) staff, Marine Corps Career Retention Specialists and Chaplains. L.I.N.K.S. mentors are experienced military spouses who facilitate the learning process by using a mentoring style of presentation. The climate is informal with a nurturing structure and format. Participants receive real life tips, information on Marine Corps culture, and available resources to enable them to help them- selves. L.I.N.K.S. is looking for volunteers who are passionate about the community, helping others, and making a difference. MCFTB offers its volunteers a unique opportunity to enhance their personal and professional skills, through regular trainings and personal and professional development. Now is the time to use share your knowledge, use your voice and lead with your heart. Contact MCFTB to get started today on your journey! L.I.N.K.S. Spouses Meet-up Tue, May 7, 10-11 AM BPAC Health Promotion Classroom Our group is open to all military spouses. Come out and meet other spouses who share common interests, are new to the installation, are looking for a great group to hang out with or just have a love for all things coffee or tea. Our group’s main purpose is to enjoy our events, whether it is coffee, guest speakers or a day away from the installation. We’ve found that being a part of the L.I.N.K.S. meet-up group helps those connect better with other military spouses without any barriers. into or sworn into regarding the resources available to them and methods for meeting the challenges of the military lifestyle. By joining our team, you can help connect with fellow military spouses, the local community and all resources and benefits that are available to them. Through volunteering with L.I.N.K.S., you may gain a better understanding of the military lifestyle. It is also a great feeling to pass on your knowledge to others. Each team meeting will include professional development as well as planning sessions for upcoming L.I.N.K.S. events. Bring your inspiration and ideas and help us find new and creative ways of enhancing our program. L.I.N.K.S. New Volunteer Orientation Tue, May 7, 4-5 PM Little Hall, Conference Room 202 Family Readiness Advisor/Assistant Training Wed, May 15, 9 AM - 2 PM Little Hall, Potomac Room Join our team and become a part of a positive force for mission readiness! Providing engaging workshops that equip participants with the knowledge and tools they will need to navigate the military lifestyle is the ultimate goal of the L.I.N.K.S. program. Volunteer opportunities consist of mentoring, office support, session support and hospitality. Build your resume, meet new people, and make a difference in your community. L.I.N.K.S. Team Meeting Tue, May 7, 5:30-7 PM Little Hall, Conference Room 202 Join our L.I.N.K.S. team and make a difference! The Quantico L.I.N.K.S. Team is seeking new team members to help us serve our military community aboard MCB Quantico. The L.I.N.K.S. program seeks to educate the family you married into, were born 12 MCCS | quantico.usmc-mccs.org The roles and responsibilities of the Command Team Advisor(s) focus on support, advocacy, and mentorship. The Family Readiness Assistants will compliment and support the Deployment Readiness Coordinator (DRC) or Uniformed Readiness Coordinator (URC), in the execution of the Commander’s vision and intent. L.I.N.K.S. Spouses Meet-up Group Thu, May 16, 10:30-11:30 AM Large Playground, Barnett Field Come hang out with us at the L.I.N.K.S. meet up group! We are meeting this month at the playground, so please bring the kids! We are a very casual group and do not mind if you arrive late, we understand life happens. So come out, meet other spouses who share common interests, are new to the installation or looking to meet new people. Our group is open to all military spouses. Children of all ages are welcome.