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The Secretary and the Chief of Staff of the Air Force named July 09 - Jul 10, Year of the Air Force Family. The Year of the Air Force Family will provide leadership at all levels a vehicle to communicate information and data to Airmen, family members, surrounding communities and DoD audiences on the variety and scope of programs offered by the Air Force. The Year of the Air Force Family will be used to highlight the many successful programs already in place and to inform Airman and their families of the development of new programs, unveiling them throughout the year.
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Photos: National Guard, Homeland Defense officials visit Tyndall

Photo: Airmen visit veterans

Aardvark arrives at Shaw

Runway safety violations need to be curbed

Photo: NFL players visit JTF-Bravo

GDT upgrades RPA's present, future

Random urinalysis is just that - random

Emerging technology plays key role in MEDRETE

RMIP upgrade key to B-1 longevity

1st AF commander visits CAP headquarters

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Air Force Family Week, 1-7 Nov 09

The purpose of Air Force Family Week is to recognize and celebrate the many members of the Air Force Family, while providing education and awareness on how Air Force programs and community partners support them. 

Contact your Base Airman and Family Readiness Center for more details.

National Daily and Monthly Recognitions (PDF)
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The Year of the Air Force Family focuses on 4 areas:

Health and Wellness

Family Health initiative 
Family Engagement Safety
Airman Ministry Centers
Marriage & Family Enrichment retreats/seminars
Support to wounded, ill, and injured Airmen
Fitness center renovations 

DoD Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program 

Defense Center of Excellence for Psychological Health

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program 


Airmen and Family Support

Caring for People Forum
Air Force Fit factor 
Expanded support and training opportunities
Partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America 

Air Force Crossroads 


Education, Development, and Employment

Enhance education, development, and employment programs for Airmen
The Post 9/11 GI Bill
Online Air Command and Staff College Master of Military Operations
31 Air Force Aid Society grants

General George S. Brown Spouse Tuition Assistance Program 

Airmen and Family Housing

Quality of housing and quality of recreation and community support/services
Upgrades to Temporary Lodging Facilities
Improve the lives of single Airmen

Housing Privatization

Air Force Lodging Policies



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