Vice Adm. Michael F. McAllister, Cmdr. Ellen Motoi, Rear Adm. Shannon Gilreath, Lt. Kim Jenish, and Lt. j.g Duy Lam pose with the cultural performers at USCG HQ's Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month observance May 19th, 2021. Celebrating special observances like this promotes equality, dignity, and respect for all members of the Coast Guard workforce, which in turn enhances mission readiness.