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NEWS

  • AMC removes code used to identify female flyers

    In the summer of 2021, Lt. Col. Nicole Stenstad, 16th Airlift Squadron commander, while researching unconscious gender bias, came up with the idea to try and remove the “G-code” from Air Mobility Command flight authorizations.

  • Air Force to allow longer braids, ponytails, bangs for women

    As an outcome of the 101st Air Force uniform board, Air Force women will be able to wear their hair in up to two braids or a single ponytail with bulk not exceeding the width of the head and length not extending below a horizontal line running between the top of each sleeve inseam at the under arm

  • Diversity makes Air Force stronger

    Have you ever met someone who has never carved a pumpkin? This was the case here at the 60th Aerial Port Squadron, when five of the six carvers were doing this for the first time.

  • Change through diversity, inclusion: LRAFB establishes Airmen’s forum

    The Home of Herk Nation is committed to delivering a diverse workforce that embraces a variety of perspectives and recognizes the talents of all of its Airmen. In direct support of this, Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, has established a Diversity and Inclusion Airmen’s Forum.

  • 818th MSAS facilitates Women, Peace and Security talks in Chad

    A variety of factors make up and support a successful military. These areas include armaments, force size, training and intelligence to name a few. However, one that is often overlooked and is vital to the success of military operations is diversity.To help bridge these gaps in diversity, a team

  • Commentary: Unrest in America

    To the Airmen who are mourning, angry, or weary of the battle against racial prejudice, discrimination, bias, and systemic discrimination, Chief Wright and I recognize your pain. As the Air Force's military leadership, we reflect on and acknowledge that what happens on America's streets is also

  • 19 AW facilitates unconscious bias training

    In the midst of heightened tensions around the prevalence of racial bias in the United States, the 19th Airlift Wing swiftly facilitated an open dialog with command teams led by Risha Grant, an internationally renowned diversity, inclusion and bias expert, June 3.