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12th Flying Training Wing

The 12th Flying Training Wing, headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, develops the next generation of Air Force aviators and enlisted aircrew by providing world-class flying training and education. The wing trains Airmen in the fundamentals of airmanship, instruction and leadership, preparing them for success in operational units across the Air Force. Through undergraduate Combat Systems Officer training, Pilot Instructor Training, Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals, Remotely Piloted Aircraft pilot indoctrination, enlisted aviator training, and other specialized programs, the 12th FTW produces skilled, adaptable, and combat-ready professionals capable of meeting the demands of today's complex operating environment while strengthening the future of American airpower.

 

 

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February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

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MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. --  

Nearly 26% women and 15% of men in the U.S. will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from someone they’re in a relationship with before they become adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In order to spread awareness of these staggering statistics, February has been appointed as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.

The month-long campaign focuses on advocacy and education to stop dating abuse before it starts.

“Teen dating violence is a serious and yet preventable form of violence,” said Cynthia Cuppernell, the 42 ABW/CVK Violence Prevention Integrator. “To help prevent teen dating violence, we as parents or professionals must have conversations with youth about teen dating violence to include how to start the conversation, how to hear potentially uncomfortable responses and how to best respond.”

Whenever you see the orange Teen Dating Violence Awareness ribbon, let it be a reminder to talk to a teen or young adult in your life to ensure they are involved in safe, healthy relationships.

“We must have an honest conversation with teens about healthy vs unhealthy relationships, trust, safety, respect, consent, and boundaries (emotional, physical and digital),” said Cuppernell. “We also have to talk about dating abuse in general terms and as it relates to social media: what it looks like, where to get help and how to escape it.”

To learn more about dating, healthy relationships, warning signs of unhealthy relationships, power and control, setting boundaries, consent, cultural factors, safety, supporting others, and many other topics, visit the Love is Respect website; due to government firewalls, you may have to use a personal device to access the website. You may also contact the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) at 953-5055 or Ms. Cuppernell via e-mail Cynthia.Cuppernell@us.af.mil

CDC: Teen Dating Violence Prevention

Dating Matters: Strategies to Promote Healthy Teen Relationships

Public Affairs Information

Tours of the 12th Flying Training Wing are provided to various community organizations, high schools, businesses, and academic military recruitment programs to educate their members about the 12th FTW mission.

Due to the high volume of requests and limited public affairs resources, tours and static displays are limited.

Please submit all requests in writing to the 12th FTW Public Affairs by email to 12ftw.pa.1@us.af.mil at least three weeks but no more than six weeks in advance. You may also call 210-652-1272.

Tours are not available on weekends and may be cancelled at any time because of increased security measures or mission requirements. The 12th FTW does not host tours of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph at-large. To schedule a tour of JBSA-Randolph, please contact JBSA-Randolph Public Affairs at 502abw.pa.official@us.af.mil or dial 210-652-4410.

If desired, requestors must arrange all meals. PA will provide contact information to base eateries. Modified tours will be granted for those with limited mobility - this must be stated on the tour request. If not stated, it is assumed that mobility is not an issue.