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March 1, 2021
Air Force announces officer stratification guidance

“As we execute Action Order A (Airman), we must remain focused on a culture of transparency,” said Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr. “By strengthening our officer stratification policy, we are meeting that intent. This step is necessary to give officers a full understanding of
March 1, 2021
FDA issues emergency use authorization for third COVID-19 vaccine

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for the third vaccine for the prevention of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The EUA allows the Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine to be
Feb. 27, 2021
She’s a Leader, Parent, and Athlete-One Officer shapes the future of the Air Force Reserve

Whether elevating herself across the peaks of the Colorado mountains, overcoming the challenges of raising a family, or shaping the future of the Air Force Reserve, this personnel officer sets the bar for resiliency, leadership, and what an Airman can achieve.With a youthful smile and a passion for
Feb. 27, 2021
New ‘Digital Literacy’ and ‘Fosters Inclusion’ foundational competencies now in MyVector self-assessment tool

The Air Force has formally added “Digital Literacy” and “Fosters Inclusion” as Air Force foundational competencies, and both have been incorporated into the ‘Pathfinder 2021’ self-assessment tool in MyVector that allows Airmen to assess themselves and review resources to further their personal and
Feb. 26, 2021
Ready, Set, DISS! video

The Defense Information System for Security (DISS) is replacing the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS). JPAS will transition to a read-only mode on March 15, 2021, and will be retired on March 31, 2021. All updates to eligibility, access, and visit data must be completed in DISS prior to
Feb. 25, 2021
AFRS creates public page for line officer accession paths

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas – Trying to get information out to the masses on opportunities to become an officer in the United States Air Force or Space Force can be challenging since pages often require the use of a common access card or sometimes aren’t suitable for the information.Air
Feb. 25, 2021
Reduction initiative axes 506 publications, aims to empower leaders

In a letter dated Aug. 29, 2018, the Secretary of the Air Force, CSAF and the Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force explained their desire to empower commanders at all levels to use their best judgement when making decisions to accomplish the mission.
Feb. 24, 2021
DLA Intelligence publishes new controlled unclassified information policy

Say goodbye to For Official Use Only. A Defense Logistics Agency policy published Jan. 28 by DLA Intelligence provides new guidance on labeling unclassified information that’s sensitive but doesn’t require classification.
Feb. 22, 2021
More options to get COVID-19 vaccine

Are you and your family looking to get a COVID-19 vaccine near you? If so, you’ll soon have more options for where you can go to get it. As part of the ongoing response to COVID-19, the federal government has launched the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program for COVID-19 Vaccination. This new program is
Feb. 19, 2021
DOD Taking Steps to Prevent Sexual Assault, Extremism

Sexual assault and extremism will not be tolerated in the Defense Department, and steps are being taken to ensure that, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said at a Pentagon press briefing.
Feb. 18, 2021
Know your Rights for reemployment, USERRA

Veterans Employment and Training Service, an agency of the Department of Labor, oversees grants for Veterans seeking employment, maintains transition assistance programs for employment, and it also runs the Compliance and Investigation Division for employment complaints, which is responsible for
Feb. 17, 2021
Updated Air Force Guidance on Use of Masks

(The acting Secretary of the Air Force, John P. Roth signed the following updated memorandum for all Department of the Air Force personnel regarding the required us of cloth masks. a PDF version of the memo is also provided.)
Feb. 17, 2021
It’s Not Just About Cyber Anymore: Multidisciplinary Cyber Education and Training Under the New Information Warfare Paradigm

Education and training have been complementary philosophical cognitive frameworks necessarily focused on harmonious, yet separate, areas of information delivery to people in a vast array of careers. Much research has compared and contrasted these two philosophies, revealing the need for an
Feb. 15, 2021
Ready to level up? Air Force offers civilians various academic programs to earn degree

In addition to the Civilian Tuition Assistance Program, the Department of the Air Force offers three academic programs for Air Force and Space Force civilians to enhance their level of education.
Feb. 12, 2021
February Enlisted Promotions

February enlisted promotions for the 433rd Airlift Wing and 960th Cyberspace Wing
Feb. 11, 2021
Hicks takes reins as Deputy Secretary of Defense

The Defense Department's glass ceiling is cracking: Kathleen H. Hicks was confirmed by the Senate as the 35th deputy secretary of defense.
Feb. 10, 2021
All services including Department of the Air Force to furnish adverse information to officer promotion boards in designated grades, circumstances

The Department of the Air Force announced it is establishing policy to comply with the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2020 and newly released DoDI 1320.14 requiring all services to furnish adverse information to promotion boards considering officers for promotion to the regular
Feb. 10, 2021
Behind the Braids: Reservists play key role in first women’s hair policy change in 70 years

Reserve Citizen Airmen have been instrumental in helping bring about the first major change in the Air Force’s women’s hair policy since the late 1940s.As an outcome of the 101st Air Force uniform board, Air Force women will be able to wear their hair in up to two braids or a single ponytail with
Feb. 9, 2021
HQ ARPC Evaluations team training videos available

The Headquarters Air Reserve Personnel Center's Evaluations branch virtually delivered training to 332 fellow service members and civilian employees on Jan. 20, 2021. The training primarily consisted of an in-depth review of the Air Force form 910, the enlisted performance report for airman basic
Feb. 8, 2021
Austin Orders Military Stand Down to Address Challenge of Extremism in the Ranks

A DOD-wide stand down will occur over the next 60 days so that each service, command and unit can take the time to have needed discussions about extremism in the ranks, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said.

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