AETC Diversity and Inclusion

Air Education and Training Command leaders are diligently working to remove barriers, promote mutual respect, and encourage tough conversations in safe spaces.

The First Command is leading efforts to strengthen diversity through deliberate actions to raise awareness about opportunities; developing partnerships with underrepresented groups; removing barriers to serve and providing mentorship to our current force.

Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-7001, Diversity & Inclusion, broadly defines diversity as “a composite of individual characteristics, experiences, and abilities consistent with the Air Force Core Values and the Air Force Mission. Air Force diversity includes, but is not limited to: personal life experiences, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds, cultural knowledge, educational background, work experience, language abilities, physical abilities, philosophical and spiritual perspectives, age, race, ethnicity, and gender.” The Air Force increases its warfighting capabilities and lethality by attracting talent from a diverse body of applicants and leveraging their unique characteristics, experiences, and abilities.

Learn more about the U.S. Air Force Rated Diversity Improvement Strategy here.

Learn more about the Department of the Air Force Barrier Analysis Working Groups (DAFBAWG) here.

May 26, 2022
Bangladesh Native Fulfills Dream of Being an Air Force Pilot

When I had the opportunity to visit my family a few years ago, I couldn't help but reflect on my family's journey. Thanks to the hard work and sacrifice of my family, I have the opportunity to serve as a pilot in the United States Air Force.My family is from a small country called Bangladesh, which
May 26, 2022
AAPI Heritage Month Spotlight: Chief Master Sgt. Rebecca Arbona

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The 17th Training Wing recognizes this culture, its diversity, and how it makes the force stronger. Each week in May, the 17th TRW highlights service members of different backgrounds and experiences. This week we are highlighting Chief
May 26, 2022
CAFB celebrates AAPI Heritage Month with observance

The 14th Flying Training Wing celebrated Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, or AAPI, with an observance event on May 19, 2022, at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi.The observance took place at the Columbus Event Center and featured multiple speakers with AAPI heritage, videos and
May 26, 2022
AAPI Month: SSgt Celis shares Saipanese heritage, culture

Saipan, an island in the chain of the Northern Mariana Islands, spans 12 miles long and 5.6 miles wide. It consists of more than 45,000 people, the majority of which are Asian and Pacific Islanders. Before coming to the ‘Mighty 97th’ Staff Sgt. Margaret Celis was one of them.

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Video by Senior Airman Ireland Summers

Jan. 5, 2022 | 2:32

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Curry, 58th Special Operations Wing commander, speaks about diversity and inclusion at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., Jan. 5, 2022. More