News

April 22, 2019
Blue Grit podcast features stories of resilience, strength

You may have noticed a recent addition to the Air Force Portal homepage. A logo depicting a warrior looking over his shoulder with a fighter jet above him. It’s the face of the Blue Grit podcast.
April 19, 2019
InBody: A step towards a healthier lifestyle

Since October 2018, the 5th Medical Group Health and Wellness Center has been using a more precise way to analyze the overall fitness levels of Airmen and families at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota.By using an InBody machine, Team Minot members are able to receive a quick analysis of their body
April 19, 2019
Pentagon hosts Sijan award presentation, first-ever resiliency event

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein presented eight Airmen with the 2017 and 2018 Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award April 17, 2019, at the Pentagon’s Hall of Heroes in Arlington.
April 17, 2019
Month of the Military Child: Malmstrom gymnasts build resilience

April is designated as the Month of the Military Child. This Department of Defense awareness month was established to recognize the sacrifices made by children of military members serving at home and abroad.
April 17, 2019
USAF, ROKAF chaplains host Buddhist immersion

The U.S. Air Force 8th Fighter Wing chaplains paired with the Republic of Korea Air Force 38th Fighter Group chaplain to host an educational Buddhist immersion course for Airmen April 11 and 13.
April 16, 2019
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Symposium

On April 4th 2019, the 21st Space Wing Office of the Staff Judge Advocate conducted a Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention symposium here at Peterson Air Force Base for command leadership, superintendents and supervisors.
April 16, 2019
SAPR Dodgeball Tournament

Lorinda Pirrie (left), the sexual assault response coordinator and Sherri Giulio, a victim advocate, host a dodgeball event to spread awareness on Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, April 5, 2019. This was the third annual Sexual Assault Awareness month dodgeball tournament that the Sexual Assault
April 16, 2019
Airmen share stories of overcoming hardships

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Airmen from across the base gathered at the USO to hear four Airmen share their stories about overcoming hardships and adversity during the Rising 6’s annual Storytellers event. The audience members listened intently as the speakers shared their stories, and
April 10, 2019
SAPR activities bring awareness to sexual assaults

“Understanding our individual responsibility and the impact it can have on communities is necessary for culture change. Done correctly, this will significantly decrease the amount of sexual violence occurring in our communities.”
April 10, 2019
SAPR activities bring awareness to sexual assaults

“Understanding our individual responsibility and the impact it can have on communities is necessary for culture change. Done correctly, this will significantly decrease the amount of sexual violence occurring in our communities.”