NEWS

May 30, 2025
SecAF gives commencement speech to USAFA Class of 2025

In his first public speech as the 27th Secretary of the Air Force, Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink reflected on the cadets’ time at the Academy.
Feb. 18, 2025
AFMC releases 2025 AFMC Connect program guidance

The Air Force Materiel Command released updated guidance and topics for the 2025 AFMC Connect program.
Nov. 15, 2023
Virtual Spouse and Family Forum focuses on resiliency, mental health

The Air Force Materiel Command hosted a virtual Spouse and Family Forum, Nov. 9. The forum focused on mental health and resilience, and featured panelists from across the Department of the Air Force to help individuals understand and navigate the diverse resources available for support.
July 5, 2023
Spouse employment, higher education family forum set for Aug. 2

The Air Force Materiel Command will host its next virtual Spouse and Family Forum, Aug. 2, at 11 a.m. ET on ZoomGov.
Feb. 9, 2023
Hanscom to host teen dating violence awareness night

February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.
Sept. 8, 2022
Agents of hope: Suicide prevention program encourages all to ‘connect to protect’

Each September, the Defense Department highlights suicide awareness and resources available for service members and families across the military with National Suicide Prevention Month.
July 18, 2022
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline now live

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline hotline is launching a new quick-dial option nationwide starting July 16. Anyone located within the United States can call or text 9-8-8 any time of day, seven days a week to receive support for suicidal, mental health, and substance use crisis.
May 26, 2022
Suicide prevention and mental health resources provide help: You are not alone

Life is full of ups and downs. But sometimes life events - financial strain, relationships, isolation, emotional or sexual abuse, stress, and misuse or abuse of alcohol or drugs - can lead to depression, anxiety, and thoughts of suicide for some. It’s important to remember that you are not alone.
May 22, 2022
A day in the life: Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force visits Robins (commentary)

Staff Sgt. Terrell McWilliams, 78th Comptroller Squadron Commander Support Staff noncommissioned officer in charge, shadowed Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass for a day while she visited Robins Air Force Base, Georgia.
April 29, 2021
Air Force Employee Assistance Program widens resource umbrella

The variety of resources available to Air Force EAP users will increase with the revamping of the program's coaching and financial services, which go live May 1.The EAP is expanding the level of support to members by encompassing “positive” engagements like lifestyle coaching, where participants can