Operations Specialist 2nd Class Markenous Matthews, assistant lead petty officer (ALPO) of the port operations department on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti (CLDJ), helps to create a safe space for base personnel to improve themselves with the Quality of Life (QOL) program.
Matthews, a Dallas, Texas native with 12 years of service, built the chaplain-led, peer-support program after recognizing a need from his time leading a similar peer group for alcoholics.
CAMP LEMONNIER, Djibouti (Jan. 3, 2025) - Operations Specialist 2nd Class Markenous Matthews, assistant lead petty officer (ALPO) of the port operations department on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti (CLDJ), helps to create a safe space for base personnel to improve themselves with the Quality of Life (QOL) program.
Matthews, a Dallas, Texas native with 12 years of service, built the chaplain-led, peer-support program after recognizing a need from his time leading a similar peer group for alcoholics.
“I am currently studying counseling and wanted to do what I could to help others,” said Matthews.
The QOL program is open to all who struggle with problematic behaviors that are not considered a violation of the UCMJ. The weekly...
U.S. military members purchased handmade goods and connected with Djiboutian vendors during Camp Lemonnier’s biannual bazaar on May 18, 2024. The bazaar is a part of a series of events that Camp Lemonnier hosts to connect with Djiboutian partners as one community. Camp Lemonnier is an operational installation that enables U.S., allied and partner nation forces to be where they are needed to ensure security and protect U.S. interests. The installation provides world-class support for service members, transient U.S. assets and 38 local tenant commands. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Thomas)
Operations Specialist 2nd Class Markenous Matthews, assistant lead petty officer (ALPO) of the port operations department on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti (CLDJ), helps to create a safe space for base personnel to improve themselves with the Quality of Life (QOL) program.
Matthews, a Dallas, Texas native with 12 years of service, built the chaplain-led, peer-support program after recognizing a need from his time leading a similar peer group for alcoholics.
