AUGUST 5, 2020 - Based on overwhelming feedback from the field, Department of the Air Force officials announced today women may elect to wear pants or a skirt with their mess dress uniform. The changes, which are effective immediately, are outlined in an exception-to-policy memorandum addressed to all Air Force personnel. “It’s our responsibility to provide flexible … [Read more...]
Air Force Allows Pregnant, Postpartum Women to Attend PME
JULY 30, 2020 - Pregnant and postpartum members may now attend professional military education without an exception to policy, and are also exempt from the requirement to have a passing fitness assessment prior to attending. Previous policy prevented pregnant women and women within their one-year postpartum deferment period from attending PME, creating an unintended barrier … [Read more...]
Project Inclusion to Cut Board Photos to Promote Diversity
JUNE 29, 2020 - Starting in August, photos will be eliminated from promotion and selection boards as the Army launches “Project Inclusion” to identify practices that inadvertently discriminate, senior leaders announced Thursday. The project is a holistic effort to listen to Soldiers, civilians and family members and enact initiatives to promote diversity and equity, … [Read more...]
The Importance of Military Friendly Schools and Employers
MAY 26, 2020 - Being a citizen soldier in an ever-changing world with unexpected natural disasters and unseen enemies is what a member of the Michigan National Guard is trained for. With the possibility of a call to come at any time, the importance of Military Friendly schools and employers is high. With over 1,000 Soldiers and Airmen activated in response to COVID-19 and 200 … [Read more...]
Navy Selection Boards Set to Restart July 1
MAY 18, 2020 - Selection, advancement and continuation boards are all set to restart July 1st, ensuring that Sailors across the fleet are in no way disadvantaged by the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) delays to the original board dates. “Our overriding commitment is that no Sailor will be disadvantaged by the delay in boards,” said Rear Adm. Jeff Hughes, commander, Navy … [Read more...]