JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO -- RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) September 24, 2013 - Airmen can now download an Air Force mobile application designed to help them better get at the root of workplace problems. Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century, or AFSO21, is the Air Force's eight-step problem solving method and the application puts AFSO21 resources right at their fingertips. … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2013
USS Ford Sailors Participate in Suicide Awareness Run
EVERETT, Wash. (NNS) 9/24/2013 - Sailors assigned to the Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate USS Ford (FFG 54) organized and participated in a suicide awareness run on Naval Station Everett's multipurpose track and field Sept. 20. The 15 Sailors who participated in the event ran a cumulative 32 miles, one mile for each suicide in the Navy this year. "It is a problem ... If we … [Read more...]
President Obama Declares Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week
ARLINGTON, Va. (9/24/13) - President Barack Obama signed a proclamation declaring Sept. 22 - 28, 2013, as National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Week. The week recognizes the important contributions employers have made in supporting the military service of their National Guard and Reserve employees. "The men and women of the National Guard and Reserve demonstrate … [Read more...]
Feedback on Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Blog
WASHINGTON (AFNS) September 23, 2013 - In the commentary below, Air Force Vice Chief of Staff, General Larry Spencer, gives direct feedback to Airmen on comments and suggestions posted on the service’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response blog. Since launching July 15, more than 900 comments have been posted on the blog, with more than 500 coming on the first … [Read more...]
New Book Provides Resilience and Mental Health Resources
Headquarters Marine Corps, September 23, 2013 - BETHESDA, Md. - The Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences here has just published a new book titled, "Disaster, Disease and Distress: Resources to Promote Psychological Health and Resilience in Military and Civilian Communities." Available for free download on the … [Read more...]