News

March 30, 2023
DoD announces new bereavement leave benefit for service members

The Defense Department announced new non-chargeable, paid bereavement leave benefit for service members.
March 21, 2023
Air Force releases 102nd Uniform Board results for Airmen, Guardians

The DAF approved several uniform initiatives for implementation effective April 1.
Feb. 3, 2023
Air University’s RTF promotes well-being for all service members

Students from Air Command and Staff College and Air War College gathered to exchange perspectives on the keys to bolstering military resilience.
Jan. 12, 2023
DoD rescinds COVID-19 vaccination mandate

The memoranda mandating Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve personnel be vaccinated against COVID-19 was rescinded Jan. 10.
Jan. 9, 2023
Department of the Air Force releases policy on Military Parental Leave Program

Military Parental Leave for Airmen and Guardians will expand to 12 weeks after convalescent leave for birth parents and 12 weeks for non-birth parents, including adoptive parents and eligible foster parents, effective Dec. 27, 2022.
Nov. 9, 2022
DAF authorizes pass for COVID booster by Dec. 1

Airmen and Guardians who receive the COVID-19 Bivalent Booster released in September are authorized a one-day special pass from their commander as long as the booster is administered by Dec. 1
Oct. 12, 2022
New reporting options for sexual harassment victims

Uniformed Airmen and Guardians who experience sexual harassment now have the option to file a restricted or unrestricted report with the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) office to access advocacy services and supportive referrals.
July 29, 2022
Monkeypox declared public health emergency: What Airmen, Guardians need to know

With more than 4,000 monkeypox cases in the U.S., Airmen and Guardians should know the risks and how to stay safe.
July 19, 2022
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline quick-dial option now live

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline is launching a new quick-dial option nationwide starting July 16.
Sept. 22, 2021
Myths and facts about the vax — debunking common COVID-19 vaccine myths

The COVID-19 vaccine has been mandated across the Department of Defense and despite its demonstrated effectiveness and safety, a host of myths have left some Airmen and Guardians hesitant to receive it. While social media posts and some news outlets may make it harder to keep up with what is fact or