Oct. 6, 2021
AFOQT: Breaking the Language Barrier
The Department of the Air Force recently made changes to its qualifying test for officers. By reducing the mandatory delay between tests from 180 to 90 days and allowing for ‘super-scoring’ of test subcategories, much like college SAT and ACT scoring, DAF is making headway in modernizing its approach to accessions and human capital management.
April 8, 2021
Air Force unveils new mission statement
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — The Air Force released its new mission statement: To fly, fight, and win … airpower anytime, anywhere.
March 31, 2021
D&I council hosts Women’s History Month panel
CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Panelists discuss Airmen empowerment for the Women’s History Month Panel at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, March 26, 2021.
Feb. 19, 2021
Inaugural Department of the Air Force Women’s Air and Space Power Symposium announced
Airmen and Guardians will have the opportunity to participate in the inaugural Department of the Air Force Women’s Air and Space Power Symposium virtual professional development series March 8-11, during Women’s History Month.
Jan. 21, 2021
Air Force to allow longer braids, ponytails, bangs for women
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — 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 through the shoulder blades. In addition, women’s bangs may now touch their eyebrows, but not cover their eyes.
Jan. 6, 2021
Department of the Air Force now tracking more administrative discipline data, including demographics
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — A memorandum was published Dec. 21, directing Department of the Air Force commanders to track data from lesser disciplinary actions to assist in determining whether all discipline is being carried out in a fair and impartial manner.
Department of the Air Force increases commander accountability for climate survey results
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — The Department of the Air Force released a memorandum Dec. 21, highlighting improvements made to address concerns identified in Defense Equal Opportunity Climate Survey reports, a tool for leaders to assess command climate.
Aug. 25, 2020
DOD Crowdsources Efforts to Promote Diversity, Inclusion
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — The Defense Department is crowdsourcing to find better ways to promote diversity and inclusion.
Aug. 17, 2020
Watch: Seek to Understand, Microaggressions
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas (AFNS) — Air Education and Training Command launched the first installment of "Seek to Understand," a series of educational videos featuring defined terms and personal accounts from Airmen across the command. The series seeks to address racial disparity and foster understanding of the unique experiences of Airmen from all walks of life. (U.S. Air Force
Aug. 14, 2020
Goldfein-Wright Inclusive Leadership Award unveiled
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — The award was officially announced in honor of the 21st Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David L. Goldfein and 18th Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright.