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A Message from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness We have the finest fighting force in the world, and the Department of Defense (DoD) must always ensure that we support, care for, and empower our Service members and their families to be resilient and ready to face any challenge. The Department must also be ever vigilant and quick to address any and all threats to the readiness of our men and women in uniform and their families, especially those that would impact their performance, health and wellness, and enduring professional success. One such threat is food insecurity. As Under Secretary, I am responsible for managing our human capital who protect our national security. My office oversees all kinds of personnel policies but one of the most important responsibilities I have is to make sure our Service members and military families have the support they need to thrive. This strategy and roadmap represents a whole-of-DoD effort. Its focus is to equip our Service members and families with the tools, skills, and resources necessary to ensure they have access to sufficient nutritious food to meet the myriad demands of the military mission, without having to endure undue hardship or make difficult financial and personal decisions that may impact their quality of life. Through targeted policies, programs, and initiatives, the Department remains steadfast in its commitment to understanding and addressing both the causes of, and subsequent challenges posed by, food insecurity within our ranks. We will continue to collaborate with governmental and