June 19, 2023 Juneteenth: Celebrating freedom, commemorating Black history In 2021, Juneteenth was officially declared a federal holiday in the United States, further solidifying its significance and the importance of acknowledging the legacy of slavery.
Jan. 16, 2023 MLK Day: Honoring his life and legacy Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a U.S. federal holiday marking the birthday of the civil rights leader. This year, the MLK Day of Service will be recognized on Jan. 16 as a way to channel King’s life and teachings into community action.
June 27, 2022 OSI special agent shares trans journey to inspire others Logan Ireland, an Air Force Office of Special Investigations special agent, shares his story as a transgender Airman.
June 8, 2022 DoD pays tribute to LGBTQ+ service members Pride Month is a time to celebrate progress, and it's also a time for the Defense Department, the nation and the world to acknowledge the challenges that remain and to reaffirm commitment to equality for LGBTQ+ people.
Feb. 10, 2022 DAF leadership hosts Black History Month Observance event Department of the Air Force senior leaders hosted a virtual event Feb. 9 to celebrate the contributions of Black American Airmen and Guardians throughout the history of the department.
May 12, 2021 JBLE celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Joint Base Langley-Eustis will celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander heritage throughout the month of May with a variety of virtual events and discussions.
April 5, 2021 Air Force celebrates April as Month of the Military Child Each year, communities worldwide look to April as an important month for children who have one or both parents or guardians serving in uniform.
Jan. 26, 2017 MLK observance: Breaking barriers then, now Lt. Gen. Stayce Harris, the assistant vice chief of staff and director of staff, was the keynote speaker for this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. observance at the Pentagon, Jan. 25, 2017.