COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. -- SrA Jean Amani, a finance management journeyman from the 14th Comptroller Squadron at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, talks about his upbringing in the Ivory Coast, Africa, and his journey to the United States Air Force.

"First Faces" began several years ago with chaplains from throughout AETC nominating Airmen from individual wings. Today, the program has expanded and includes a partnership between the chaplain's and public affairs offices, in order to reach a wider audience. Each Airman's story is a powerful way to infuse hope and build resilience. Airpower Starts Here!