JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas -- The Air Force is seeking two Airmen, one male and one female, from across Joint Base San Antonio to represent the Air Force to serve as military ambassadors at events throughout the community surrounding JBSA, with Fiesta being the highlight of the program.
Ambassadors participate in the annual 11-day celebration, with more than 50 activities associated with Fiesta San Antonio, recognizing and celebrating San Antonio’s rich diverse cultures.
The Military Ambassador Program promotes the military’s commitment and relationship with the local communities around the installation.
“This is a great opportunity for our Airmen to not only learn about San Antonio’s rich culture, but the connection that brings the city and the military together,” said Brig. Gen. Caroline M. Miller, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio Commander.
"I am humbled and grateful to have been selected to represent the Air Force as the Fiesta 2021 Military Ambassador,” said Tech. Sgt. LaTeshia T. Burgess, 2021 Air Force Ambassador and 59th Medical Operations Squadron Clinic Patient Advocate. “It has been such an amazing opportunity to gain more insight on San Antonio’s traditions, vast heritage, and culture that is shared throughout Military City USA.
“I'm first-generation military, and what drew me to the opportunity was that I could give back to my community,” said Tech. Sgt. Arturo Gomez Jr., 2021 Air Force Ambassador and 318th Training Squadron Aircraft Technical Instructor.
All E-4 to E-7 Air Force members, 21 years old and older, assigned to JBSA, are eligible to apply to become a military ambassador. Nomination packages will be distributed to public affairs offices across JBSA Sept. 1.
Nominations are due to the 502nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston at usaf.502.pao@mail.mil by close of business Oct. 20. Nominees must provide a letter of recommendation from their unit commander.
Once nominated, candidates appear before a selection panel of chief master sergeants. The selection panel will review applications, conduct interviews and select the ambassadors.
The application packet can be found on the JBSA website at https://www.jbsa.mil. Call 210-221-0456 for more information.