Military life is full of rituals and rites of passage that promote camaraderie among servicemembers. But some actions cross the line into hazing. While hazing can take a toll on anyone, in the military it can also undermine an entire unit’s cohesion and effectiveness.

Listen to Brenda Farrell, a director in our Defense Capabilities and Management team, discuss what the Department of Defense and Coast Guard are doing to address hazing in their ranks.