Nov. 9, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases findings on Interpersonal Violence survey
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — After the Secretary of the Air Force established the Interpersonal Violence Task Force in 2020, the team examined a broad range of 81 behaviors along what is known as the “Continuum of Harm” to determine if the DAF is keeping Airmen and Guardians safe, and providing needed support after they experience any kind of interpersonal violence.
Aug. 14, 2020
CMSgt Bass installed as the Air Force’s 19th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. (AFNS) — Chief Master Sgt. JoAnne S. Bass formally took the reins Aug. 14 as the Air Force’s 19th Chief Master Sergeant, in the process becoming the first woman and the first person of Asian American descent to be elevated to the service’s highest-ranking enlisted officer.
Aug. 4, 2020
AF removes uniform barrier for women, authorizes pants option for mess dress
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — The changes, which are effective immediately, are outlined in an exception-to-policy memorandum addressed to all Air Force personnel.
July 15, 2020
First meeting held for military-wide Defense Board on Diversity and Inclusion
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — The board was established by Secretary of Defense Mark Esper as part of the Department of Defense’s efforts to improve diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for U.S. service members.
July 14, 2020
Air Force building more inclusive culture through Dress and Appearance updates
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — The changes, as outlined in an Air Force Guidance Memorandum dated July 1, 2020, include the removal of subjective language and other rules that may have been creating unintentional or unfair barriers for Air and Space Force uniformed members.
Feb. 14, 2020
AF Week in Photos
FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. — This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
May 21, 2019
Wilson praises Airmen, expresses gratitude in farewell remarks reflecting on her tenure as Air Force secretary
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. (AFNS) — She praised the skill and dedication of Airmen while comparing lessons learned from gardening as a corollary for the qualities that make for good leaders and an effective Air Force secretary. You need a plan, she said; you need friends to help, meaning allies, and “as long as it’s safe, let people tinker with the tools.”
May 15, 2019
Air Force to pay up to $500 for spouse occupational license transfer during PCS
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — The Air Force announced the spouse relicensure reimbursement program, May 15, which would provide financial relief up to $500 to Airmen whose spouses must obtain state occupational relicensures or recertifications during a permanent change of station or assignment across state lines.
April 23, 2019
Air Force senior leaders update OCP uniform guidance
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — The Air Force announced April 23 new rules on Operational Camouflage Pattern uniforms that aim to better fit the needs of Airmen and the jobs they do while also holding fast to tradition.
March 18, 2019
Around the Air Force: CMSAF on Air Force culture / SECAF talks training ranges
FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) — On this look Around the Air Force, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth Wright shares his priorities concerning Air Force culture and Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson talks about the future of training ranges. Hosted by Staff Sgt. Greg Cerny.