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U.S. Air and Space Forces at the AISES National Conference

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U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Hector Natividad, United States Air Force Academy admissions advisor, speaks with an indigenous student about opportunities at the Academy, during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 4, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. This event is a vital platform for Air Force personnel to connect with and inspire indigenous students, showcasing the diverse pathways available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, careers within the U.S. Air Force.(U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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Jacqueline Melcher, Air Force Material Command director, speaks on a panel about building equitable and diverse workspaces, during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 3, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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Jacqueline Melcher, Air Force Material Command director, speaks to indigenous students and their families sharing her experiences as an indigenous airman during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 3, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Desirae Yazzie, 363rd Training Squadron maintenance manager, shares her experiences as an indigenous airman with native students during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 4, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. This event is a vital platform for Air Force personnel to connect with and inspire indigenous students, showcasing the diverse pathways available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, careers within the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Corylee Redhorse, Coast Guard Recruiting Ventura recruiter, participates in a prayer ceremony during the opening session of the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 3, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Bobby Malesra, Air Force Recruiting Service Detachment 1 commander, speaks with indigenous students about career possibilities within the USAF, during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 4, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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Kimberly Toney, Air Force Personnel Center executive director, speaks to indigenous students about career opportunities in the United States Air Force, during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 3, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jacob Garcia, 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron explosives ordnance disposal team member, engages with an indigenous student about possibilities within the EOD career field during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 4, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. This event is a vital platform for Air Force personnel to connect with and inspire indigenous students, showcasing the diverse pathways available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, careers within the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Shannon Myhre, 377th Air Base Wing command post superintendent, shares her experiences as an indigenous airman with Native American students during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 4, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Evan Tucker, 902d Civil Engineer Squadron explosives ordnance disposal team member, engages with an indigenous student about possibilities within the EOD career field during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 4, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. This event is a vital platform for Air Force personnel to connect with and inspire indigenous students, showcasing the diverse pathways available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, careers within the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Darrell Charlee, Air Force Inspection Agency non-commissioned officer in charge of client systems, shares his experiences as an indigenous airman to Native American students during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 4, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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Senior leaders from Air Force Personnel Center pose for a photo with the U.S. Air and Space Forces recruiting teams, at the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 4, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. This event is a vital platform for Air Force personnel to connect with and inspire indigenous students, showcasing the diverse pathways available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, careers within the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Anastasia Rodriguez, 6th Maintenance Squadron KC-135 engine mechanic, shares her experiences as an indigenous airman to a Native American student during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 4, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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Senior leaders from Air Force Personnel Center pose for a photo with indigenous airmen during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 4, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. This event is a vital platform for Air Force personnel to connect with and inspire indigenous students, showcasing the diverse pathways available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, careers within the U.S. Air Force.(U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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From left, U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Jefferson O'Donnell, Air Force Personnel Center commander, and U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Darrell Charlee, Air Force Inspection Agency non-commissioned officer in charge of client systems, listen to questions about a possible USAF career from indigenous students, during the annual American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) national conference on Oct. 4, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan Mallard)

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Members of the U.S. Air and Space Forces connected with the American Indian Science and Engineering Society during their national conference on Oct. 3, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas.

This event is a vital platform for Air Force personnel to connect with and inspire indigenous students, showcasing the diverse pathways available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, careers within the U.S. Air Force.

By promoting inclusivity and representation, the Air Force underscores the significance of diverse perspectives in driving innovation and excellence, reinforcing its commitment to building a workforce that reflects the nation.

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U.S. Air and Space Forces connect with American Indian Science and Engineering Society national conference