Information & Referral

Welcome Aboard

The Welcome Aboard Brief is a mandatory brief for all SOFA status personnel aged 16 and older, including those on TAD or UDP orders for 30 days or more. This brief is an orientation to life aboard MCAS Iwakuni, and in Iwakuni, Japan. This brief occurs over two days.

Schedule

• Monday - Day 1: 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  Command brief, Support Entities, Station Chaplain, CI Awareness, SJA/SOFA Brief, Station Safety, EEP training, Family Housing/Environmental Program, PMO Pass & Registration, Medical/Dental, Culture Awareness, and much more.
   
• Tuesday - Day 2: 10 AM - 12:45 PM
  Family Readiness, Library, Education/Career opportunities, VA, Behavioral Health/Responsible Drinking, Business Operations, Semper Fit, Family Care Programs, EFMP, MCCS HR, and much more.
  SOFA Test 2-4 PM (Optional)
   
• Wednesday - 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  Welcome Aboard Bus Tour (Optional)
  (MCCS Bus will be in front of the Sakura Theater)
   

Notes

• Proper civilian attire is permitted and encouraged to be worn by all attendees.
• Childcare is available through the CDC and SAC on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Registration is required at CDC and SAC before attending the Welcome Aboard.
  • Please download and fill out the Child & Youth Programs Special Event Childcare form.
  • Please email the special events packet along with immunization and confirmation of allergies to the SAC or CDC along with the date of the welcome aboard that the family is attending.
  • Please check in with CDC/SAC on the day of attendance.
  • If you have any further questions feel free to contact the SAC or CDC:
    • CDC: DSN 253- 5584/7353 - OMBIwakuni.ChildDevelopmentCenter@usmc-mccs.org
    • SAC: DSN 253-4769 - OMBIwakuni.SAC@usmc-mccs.org.
• Please do not use .mil email addresses for registration. Thank you.

IR&R | 253-3542/3357/6161

PCS with Success

PCS with Success is a brief where active duty servicemembers gain information and tips to make their transition smoother.

• LOCATION: Sakura Theater
• THURSDAYS: Every other Thursday. Please refer to registration schedule | 9-11 AM
• PHONE: 253-3357

Sponsorship Training

Do you want to be a leader? Come and learn with us how to assist a servicemember transitioning to Iwakuni. Learn to prepare for their arrival and welcome newcomers as well as their families.

• LOCATION: Bldg. 411, Rm. 117
• PHONE: 253-3542