News

Sept. 28, 2021
Air Force update for COVID-19

Below are current coronavirus disease 2019 statistics for Department of Air Force personnel:
Sept. 23, 2021
Myths and facts about the vax — debunking common COVID-19 vaccine myths

The COVID-19 vaccine has been mandated across the Department of Defense and despite its demonstrated effectiveness and safety, a host of myths have left some Airmen and Guardians hesitant to receive it. While social media posts and some news outlets may make it harder to keep up with what is fact or
Sept. 22, 2021
Myths and facts about the vax — debunking common COVID-19 vaccine myths

The COVID-19 vaccine has been mandated across the Department of Defense and despite its demonstrated effectiveness and safety, a host of myths have left some Airmen and Guardians hesitant to receive it. While social media posts and some news outlets may make it harder to keep up with what is fact or
Sept. 16, 2021
Air Force Women’s Initiative Team champions women’s health care

In the past year, the WIT’s Female-Specialized Health Care Programs have driven several policy changes. In February, hair standard policies were changed based on feedback received from Airmen who identified numerous health concerns around the bun.
Sept. 8, 2021
Academy co-hosts discussion to combat sexual assault, harassment

More than 230 military, college and university senior leaders attended the virtual National Discussion on Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment at America’s Colleges, Universities and Service Academies, which included keynote and breakout sessions along with panel discussions, allowing them to
Sept. 7, 2021
Department of the Air Force releases 2021 assessment of states’ support of military families

The 2021 assessment of states' support of military families measured ease of licensure portability across state lines and support for pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade public education surrounding installations.
Sept. 3, 2021
DAF announces mandatory COVID vaccine implementation guidelines for Airmen, Guardians

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall has released a service implementation plan that requires Airmen and Guardians to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the following dates, unless seeking an exemption.
Aug. 25, 2021
AFRS looks through diverse lens to support, retain leaders

In the heart of a city known for its military culture, Air Force Recruiting Service is looking through a diverse lens to attract the best of America. More than 100 people throughout the U.S. assembled for the “Celebrating Sisterhood Through Empowerment, Progress, and Change” Women’s Symposium at a
Aug. 24, 2021
Air Force revises wing, vice and group command screening board process

This year, the Air Force implemented a revised process for the 2022 wing, vice and group command screening boards to streamline notification, align more closely with joint partners and enhance senior leader talent management. Approximately 24% of all O-6 positions are command billets and half of the
Aug. 21, 2021
AFIMSC expands eLearning platform to Total Force

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Directorate of Personnel team relaunched the RedVector eLearning platform recently, making it accessible to more Airmen and Guardians to provide broader support for job-mandated training requirements, professional credentialing and licensing.