AFMC News

Nov. 6, 2023
The Navajo Tribe: A rich cultural legacy in Utah

Renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse cultures, Utah is home to a significant Native American presence, including the Navajo Nation. The Navajo Tribe, also known as the Diné, has a deep-rooted connection to Utah, marked by a rich cultural heritage and a profound influence on the
Nov. 1, 2023
Native American Heritage Month events scheduled at Tinker

Every November, the Department of Defense joins the nation in celebrating National American Indian Heritage Month, also known as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. This event is an opportunity to recognize the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, stories, and important contributions
July 25, 2023
Strategy in Action: AFIMSC establishes MERGs and BAWGs to address issues impacting diversity and inclusion

More than 50 volunteers from across AFIMSC worked together to develop eight Barrier Analysis Working Groups, or BAWGs, and nine Member Employee Resource Groups, or MERGs, to help the center identify and address issues impacting diversity and inclusion. (U.S. Air Force Graphic)For more info on this,
May 15, 2023
Heritage, persistence, resilience leads to success for AFMC Airman

Lt. Col. Lady Noreen S. Simmons juggles many tasks by being an Airman, a mother, a wife, a female engineer and a representative of the Filipino culture. Through it all, she remains resilient and represents excellence in the Air Force.
Sept. 20, 2021
CMSAF reaffirms case for speed, innovation, culture change across the Air Force

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass delivered remarks during the 2021 Air Force Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference at National Harbor, Md., Sept. 20.
Sept. 20, 2021
Brown presses case for speed, innovation, culture change across the Air Force

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. attended the 2021 Air Force Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference at National Harbor, Maryland, to deliver his “Accelerate Change to Empowered Airmen” speech, Sept. 20.
March 10, 2021
Brown looks to accelerate while changing Air Force culture

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr. rarely disguises his intentions or pulls punches. He wants to go fast. He wants Airmen to succeed and feel enriched. He wants the best and most unvarnished information. Most of all, he wants to win.
Feb. 18, 2021
Inaugural Department of the Air Force Women’s Air and Space Power Symposium announced

Airmen and Guardians will have the opportunity to participate in the inaugural Department of the Air Force Women’s Air and Space Power Symposium virtual professional development series March 8-11, during Women’s History Month.
Jan. 14, 2021
Accountability Task Force completes initial assessment, identifies way ahead for AFMC

The Air Force Materiel Command convened an Accountability Task Force to examine a variety of factors that affect accountability across the organization and has recommended actions to address those issues.
July 10, 2020
Air Force building more inclusive culture through Dress and Appearance updates

The changes, as outlined in an Air Force Guidance Memorandum dated July 1, 2020, include the removal of subjective language and other rules that may have been creating unintentional or unfair barriers for Air and Space Force uniformed members.
July 8, 2020
Department of the Air Force stands up Diversity and Inclusion Task Force

The task force is charged with identifying and changing policies, procedures, barriers and other practices that may be unfairly impacting underrepresented Air and Space Professionals.
Dec. 18, 2018
AFWERX hosts Spark Cell workshop to share ideas, build innovation network

Airmen from across the Air Force gathered in Austin Dec. 13 and 14 to learn about the Department of Defense’s innovation ecosystem and the best ways to plug into the overall culture of innovation at every level of the total force.

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