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U.S. Navy Command Master Chief Harlan B. Patwaran shakes hands with a uniformed victim advocate during a UVA appreciation ceremony aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., April 6, 2016. Patawaran is the command master chief of 1st Marine Logistics Group. These advocates provide information, guidance, and support to Marines and Sailors who have experienced sexual assault. Dozens of UVAs from around the Group were awarded certificates of appreciation for their hard work throughout the year. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Laura Gauna/released)