U.S. Coast Guard Cmdr. Nicole Tesoniero, commanding officer of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Harriet Lane (WMEC 903), speaks to the crowd as one of the five guest speakers for an International Women’s Day conference held at James Cook University, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, March 8, 2024. Harriet Lane crew members were invited to attend and speak at an International Women’s Day event during a five-day port call in Cairns. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Ty Robertson)