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Essential Training Saves a Life

A series of unexpected events unfolded after a Vandenberg Hawks softball tournament as Staff Sgt. David Western, 30th Civil Engineer Squadron Airman dormitory leader, finished a game with his teammates in Paso Robles, Calif., April 9, 2022.

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First-of-its kind Honorary Command Chief program kicks off at AFGSC

Chief Master Sgt. Melvina Smith, Air Force Global Strike Command’s Command Chief Master Sergeant, kicked off the first-of-its kind Honorary Command Chief program May 10.

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Remember the number sixty-eight

As Columbus Air Force Base recaps our April Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM), we recognize that sexual violence is widespread, and it takes all of us to prevent these crimes. During the month of April, communities came together across the nation to promote sexual assault

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A day in the life: Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force visits Robins (commentary)

Staff Sgt. Terrell McWilliams, 78th Comptroller Squadron Commander Support Staff noncommissioned officer in charge, shadowed Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass for a day while she visited Robins Air Force Base, Georgia.

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Chaplain's Message for AFSC: Fun Friday Thought, A happy heart is like good medicine

Real laughter just happens without us having to think about it. Laughter also sparks others around you to laugh. It's “funny” how that works. Have you ever simply laughed in front of a baby, child, or another adult? Chances are, especially with babies, that they too soon started to laugh with you.

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Speaker shares poignant story of hope, resilience

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Motivational speaker and writer Kristen Christy shared a powerful message of enduring hope, compassion and the importance of community last week during special resiliency and professional development sessions at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.The 88th Air

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Soto Cano Air Base updates gym equipment, increases resiliency

The Morale, Welfare and Recreation directorate, Army Support Activity executed a $139,466 project to enhance readiness and fitness at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras.

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Walk-a-lap with SAPR

The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response team hosts a walk-a-lap event for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention month at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, April 29, 2022

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Eagle River High School designated the 2022 Purple Star School

Eagle River High School in Eagle River, Alaska was designated the 2022 Purple Star School on April 15, 2022. The Purple Star Award is an annual designation given in April, the Month of the Military Child, to military friendly schools based on criteria established by the Alaska Department of

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Dover AFB Honor Guard, chaplain participate at NASCAR weekend

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Hunter Olympics 2022 bolsters resiliency, fitness

The inaugural Hunter Olympics was held on Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, April 22, 2022.The Hunter Olympics raised awareness during the month of April for child abuse prevention, alcohol and substance abuse prevention, as well as sexual assault prevention.

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Readiness and resiliency through fitness

Airmen often set personal goals while on deployment. Some work toward furthering their education, while others learn to play an instrument or reach financial goals.Many Airmen assigned to the 332d Air Expeditionary Wing set personal fitness goals to improve their Physical Fitness Assessment scores,

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AFMC Connect May focus: Considerate

Consideration is being respectful of the people you interact with daily. Words or deeds can show intentional and deliberate thoughts of consideration and the desire to be considerate.

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Test your SAPR Knowledge with a Brain Buster

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Tinker’s Sexual Assault Response Prevention office is raising public awareness and educating our community in a new innovative way, with the SAPR Brain Buster.

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SAPR office holds SAAPM event

Jeff Bucholtz, founder of We End Violence, speaks on resilience during the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office resiliency training event April 27, 2022, at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The event also debuted a six-part public service announcement created to by Hill’s helping agencies to

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Airman finishes first in Tough Mudder; dedicates race to combat controller

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Stuebbe, non-commissioned officer-in-charge of enlisted force development for Air Force Special Operations Command, competed in and took home first place during a Tough Mudder Race in Jacksonville, Florida April 2, 2022. This 15--kilometer, 30--obstacle race was

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17th TRW male sexual assault survivor speaks

A 17th Training Wing male sexual assault survivor came forward to speak about his challenges.

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SAAPM: Speaking out for the silenced

Ramstein’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program along with South Side Fitness Center and Kaiserslautern Military Community support groups marched together in honor of sexual assault awareness and prevention month to highlight the fight against sexual assault and harassment.

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Victim Advocates

Victim advocates are Airmen certified by the Department of Defense’s Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program. They are selected by the installation's sexual assault response coordinator (SARC) to provide essential support, liaison services and care to victims.

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Victim advocates; helping survivors, spreading SAAP awareness

The Department of Defense has a zero tolerance policy on sexual assault. While this policy is in place, instances of sexual assault and harassment still happen and, in response, procedures and resources are being established for victims. One resource available through the Sexual Assault Prevention

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Elementary school children celebrate military child month

Eglin children honored during Spirit Week

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MacDill Airmen compete in sports

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 6th Air Refueling Wing participate sports competitions during wingman day at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, April 22, 2022.

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Air Force general sentenced

A military judge sentenced Maj. Gen. William T. Cooley, former commander of the Air Force Research Laboratory, to a reprimand and forfeiture of $10,910 per month for five months Tuesday, for forcibly kissing a civilian woman.

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DAF recognizes Holocaust Days of Remembrance by connecting the past to future operations

The Department of the Air Force hosted a discussion April 19, featuring U.S. Army Chaplain (Col.) Laurence Bazer and retired U.S. Navy Chaplain (Capt.) Irving Elson on the theme of “Past Reflections for an Inclusive Future.”

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Awareness, prevention presentations offered

Part of Sexual Awareness and Prevention Month events

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MacDill raises awareness during SAAPM month

The MacDill Air Force Base Sexual Assault Prevention and Response office is conducting several events throughout April, in support of national Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention month recognized by both military and civilian communities.

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Multipurpose lock: the key to suicide prevention

Suicide remains the leading cause of death in the Air Force. In 70 percent of total force suicides, personally-owned firearms were the most often used means. To curb this trend, the Department of the Air Force initiated a Time-Based Prevention approach to suicide prevention.

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52nd FW participates in SAAPM observance

The 52nd FW SAPR office strives to spread awareness during SAAPM to combat biases and misconceptions.

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The Rock Chapel: We are here for you

The Rock Chapel at Ali Al Salem Air Base offers service members and coalition partners a variety of religious services and resources to strengthen spiritual fitness, support overall wellness and boost morale.

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Yellow Ribbon events open to deploying, returning Airmen

HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – As the 419th Fighter Wing deploys Airmen in support of combat and humanitarian missions around the world, the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program offers a valuable resource to support reservists, both before and after deployment.Yellow Ribbon aims to combat the stresses

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