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    MASA 26: U.S., Philippine forces exchange approaches to mental health readiness [Image 4 of 9]

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    Six military personnel pose for a group photo in front of a wall bearing the word 'SCHOOL' and organizational insignia. Five individuals wear blue digital camouflage uniforms with 'COAST GUARD' patches, consistent with the Philippine Coast Guard, while one individual in the center wears U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT woodland camouflage. All six are holding camouflage covers (patrol caps), suggesting a ceremonial exchange or presentation.

    MANILA, PHILIPPINES

    09.07.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Andrew Whistler 

    Marine Rotational Force - Darwin

    U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Thomas Klotz, operational stress control and readiness officer with Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 26, poses for a photo with members of the Philippine Coast Guard following an exchange on military mental health during Marine Aviation Support Activity (MASA) 26 at Marine Barracks Rudiardo Brown in Manila, Philippines, Sept. 8, 2026. The exchange provided U.S. and Philippine participants an opportunity to share approaches to mental health and operational readiness. MASA 26 is a bilateral exercise between the U.S. Marine Corps and Philippine Marine Corps that strengthens readiness and interoperability through realistic training across multiple domains. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Andrew Whistler)

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    Date Taken: 09.07.2026
    Date Posted: 09.14.2026 00:22
    Photo ID: 9930521
    VIRIN: 260908-M-GF332-1293
    Resolution: 5561x3707
    Size: 3.36 MB
    Location: MANILA, PH
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    A military briefing or meeting is taking place in a room with soldiers seated at tables. One individual in US Marine Corps MARPAT digital camouflage sits facing a group of soldiers wearing Philippine Armed Forces uniforms with visible Philippine flag patches. An Epson projector and laptop are set up on the table, suggesting a formal presentation or training session.
    A military briefing or training session is taking place in a room where a U.S. Marine in woodland camouflage uniform is presenting to a small group of attendees, some of whom are wearing military uniforms. A projected slide on the wall displays 'Basic Screening Questions PHQ-2 and PHQ-9,' indicating this is a mental health screening or awareness training. The audience is seated in orange plastic chairs facing the presenter.
    A military briefing or training session is taking place in a room with bright green curtains. One individual in US Marine Corps camouflage uniform sits facing a group of attendees that includes personnel in two different military uniforms and at least one civilian. The setting appears to be a classroom or meeting room in a tropical or Southeast Asian location.
    Six military personnel pose for a group photo in front of a wall bearing the word 'SCHOOL' and organizational insignia. Five individuals wear blue digital camouflage uniforms with 'COAST GUARD' patches, consistent with the Philippine Coast Guard, while one individual in the center wears U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT woodland camouflage. All six are holding camouflage covers (patrol caps), suggesting a ceremonial exchange or presentation.
    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are engaged in what appears to be a training or administrative session indoors. One individual, seated at a table, is writing on a document, while the other, standing, holds what appears to be tubing or cordage. The setting includes a table with water bottles and equipment, against a backdrop of green curtains.
    Five military personnel pose for a group photo in front of a 'Specialized School' sign and a Philippine Marine Corps emblem. The group includes members from both the Philippine Marine Corps/Navy and the U.S. Navy/Marine Corps, suggesting a joint military engagement or training event. The setting appears to be inside a Philippine military facility.
    Three individuals are seated around a conference table in a Marine Corps Medical Service office. The meeting involves two military personnel in camouflage uniforms and one civilian in a white t-shirt. The setting appears to be an official military medical facility, likely in the Philippines based on visible insignia.
    Two military personnel are shaking hands in what appears to be an indoor facility. The individual on the left wears a Philippine Armed Forces uniform with a Philippine flag patch, while the individual on the right wears a U.S. Navy digital camouflage uniform. The U.S. Navy servicemember is holding what appears to be a document or certificate, suggesting a formal exchange or presentation.
    Two military personnel, one in US Marine Corps digital camouflage uniform and one in a tan/khaki uniform, are standing at a desk reviewing documents. The Marine, identified by name tape as 'KLOTZ,' appears to be presenting or signing certificates alongside the other service member identified as 'FAUNI.' The setting appears to be a military office or administrative area.

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    Marine Aviation Support Activity
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