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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Honoring his life and legacy
January 13, 2023 — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a U.S. federal holiday marking the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year, the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service will be recognized on Jan. 16, 2023. ... MORE

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is recognized annually and always presents the theme — “Remember! Celebrate! Act!- A Day On, Not A Day Off!” On Dec. 1, 1955 Rosa Parks, a Black seamstress, was arrested in Montgomery, Alabama, for refusing to give up her seat in the designated “white” section on a public transportation bus. Her arrest sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott, during which the Black citizens of Montgomery refused to ride the city’s
buses in protest over the bus system’s policy of racial segregation. Martin Luther King, Jr., a Baptist
minister who endorsed nonviolent civil disobedience, emerged as leader of the Boycott. Successful resolution was achieved after 381 days when the Supreme Court ruled in Nov. 1956 that segregation on public buses was unconstitutional. The 2022 poster is a historical collection of imagery reflecting this critical moment in our nation’s past. (DOD graphic by the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute)

433rd Airlift Wing, 960th Cyberspace Wing clash in softball
November 7, 2022 — Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 433rd Airlift Wing and the 960th Cyberspace Wing gathered at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on October 15, 2022, to play a softball game. The 960th CW won the game and received a trophy to hold onto until next year’s contest... MORE

433rd Airlift Wing, 960th Cyberspace Wing change Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program representative
November 3, 2022 — The 433rd Airlift Wing and 960th Cyberspace Wing Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program changed representatives Sept. 1, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas... MORE

Master Sgt. William Bonner, 433rd Airlift Wing and 960th Cyberspace Wing Yellow Ribbon Program representative, holds a welcome sign for all current and future deployers to contact him about the Air Force Reserve Program Oct. 20, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Samantha Mathison)

Alamo Wing hosts Helping Hands open house event
November 1, 2022 — Reserve Citizen Airmen with the 433rd Airlift Wing and the 960th Cyberspace Wing were invited to attend a Helping Hands Open House event at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Oct. 15. The open house was a collaboration of multiple resource agencies, such as the Chaplain Corps, Office of Financial Readiness, Key Spouse Program, Airman and Family Readiness Center and the Yellow Ribbon Program... MORE

433rd Civil Engineer Squadron honors 9/11 first responders
September 26, 2022 — Members of the 433rd Civil Engineer Squadron participated in a 9/11 memorial stair climb at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Sept. 11, 2022, to commemorate the 110 flights of stairs first responders had to climb inside the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001... MORE

Members from the 433rd Civil Engineer Squadron participate in a 9/11 memorial stair climb at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Sept. 11, 2022. The 433rd CES performs a stair climb every year to commemorate the 110 flights of stairs first responders had to climb inside the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Adriana Barrientos)

Keep sun safety in mind to prevent skin cancer
July 25, 2022 — Whether you spend time outdoors hiking, swimming or just relaxing in the backyard, limiting exposure to the sun’s harmful rays must be a priority.According to the American Cancer Society, more than 3... MORE

Air Force mourns loss of 6th Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force
July 14, 2022 — The 6th Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, James M. McCoy, passed away July 13, 2022, at the age of 91... MORE

6th Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, James M. McCoy, memorial graphic.

Fatigue, work burnout affects health, job performance
July 13, 2022 — Feeling run down and tired? Is fatigue impacting job performance? According to the National Safety Council more than 70 million Americans suffer from a sleep disorder, chronic sleep-deprivation can cause obesity, cardiovascular disease and other illnesses... MORE

Healthy weight: How diet, lifestyle and mental health impact your eating habits and fitness
July 13, 2022 — Think you might need to lose a little weight? You're not alone. Even in the military, where maintaining physical fitness remains a job requirement and a key component of military readiness, thousands of service members struggle with weight... MORE

Image of an Airman holding a cookie and broccoli.

Commentary: Juneteenth is more than Texas history. It is American history.
June 15, 2022 — Many may ask what the significance of Juneteenth is and to me, as a native Texan and as an American from African descent, it signifies progress and freedom. Juneteenth provided a new beginning for those enslaved at the time and a future for their descendants. Juneteenth is not just Texas history, it is, American History... MORE

Juneteenth (a blending of the words June and nineteenth) is the oldest known celebration of the end of slavery in the United States.

960th CW hosts Mental Health & Resiliency Fair
June 14, 2022 — More than 1,220 Airmen and families attended the 960th Cyberspace Wing’s 2nd annual Mental Health & Resiliency Fair in-person and virtually at the Bob Hope Performing Arts Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland May 14... MORE

Reserve Citizen Airmen visit community organization information booths during the 960th Cyberspace Wing Mental Health & Resiliency Fair May 14, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

Air Force Gaming season 3 launches with new competition format
May 31, 2022 — The Department of the Air Force Gaming League is back with a new format and a new league for family members and retirees... MORE

The Department of the Air Force Gaming League is back with a new format and a new league for family members and retirees.

433rd Airlift Wing Family Day returns better than ever
May 26, 2022 — The 433rd Airlift Wing hosted its first Family Day since 2019 during the unit training assembly at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland May 15, 2022... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Jeremiah Widder, 433rd Maintenance Squadron aircraft technician, takes a picture of his son sitting in the pilot’s seat inside the C-5M Super Galaxy flight deck at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 15, 2022. A static C-5M was one of the attractions as part of the 433rd Airlift Wing Family Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mark Colmenares)

Don't let summer bring out risky behavior
May 26, 2022 — Summer starts soon, bringing warmer weather and longer days. Many families are beginning to plan outdoor activities like swimming, boating, camping and road trips. Remember to use sound risk management in all summer activities to help mitigate mishaps... MORE

Tropical beach sea ocean with sunset or sunrise for summer travel vacation. Silhouette of surfer people carrying their surfboard on sunset beach. Ocean seascape.

Employee Assistance Program supports civilians in need
May 23, 2022 — Nothing gives credence to the reliability and constancy of the support the Employee Assistance Program provides, like a person who has first-hand knowledge of the ease and workability of the resource... MORE

Mentoring minute: how do I find a mentor?
May 18, 2022 — Tips to find a great mentor at any point in your career!... MORE

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Cryptocurrency scams: tips to avoid being a victim
May 12, 2022 — Crypto scams may take many forms. In many instances, the scammer attempts to either have the victim pay them directly through a cryptocurrency ATM or the scammer has the victim invest in a fake account. Because cryptocurrencies are becoming more widely accepted, these scams can appear in many different forms: romance scams, giveaway scams, phishing scams, bogus business opportunities and cloud mining scams... MORE

DOD reignites cancer research initiative to 'end cancer as we know it today'
May 5, 2022 — Defense Department health officials will discuss cancer research efforts with the aim of reducing cancer prevalence and cancer-related deaths across the Military Health System. ... MORE

SECAF issues proclamation, outlines updates during Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
April 29, 2022 — In conjunction with the proclamation, he also announced a new provision to the Department’s leave policy that enables sexual assault survivors to take up to 30 days of non-chargeable leave as they seek resources to support their recovery... MORE

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall signs a Sexual Assault and Prevention Month proclamation in the Pentagon, Arlington, Va., April 27, 2022. (Air Force Photo by Andy Morataya)

960th Cyberspace Wing Airmen, families tour Endeavors Veteran Wellness Center
April 28, 2022 — The 960th Cyberspace Wing participated in a women’s resiliency day April 21, in support of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month for female Airmen and family members at the Endeavors’ Veteran Wellness Center in San Antonio... MORE

Lucy Del Gaudio, Pink Berets chief operations officer, teaches a mindfulness yoga class to 960th Cyberspace Wing Airmen and families, April 21, 2022, at the Endeavors Veteran Wellness Center, San Antonio. The event was part of a women’s resiliency day in support of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. (Courtesy photo)