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June 11, 2021
Air Force readdresses women’s hair standard after feedback

The change addresses feedback received since the previous guidance was originally published. Specifically, women voiced concerns over difficulty related to securing hair in a manner that does not extend beyond the head.
April 27, 2021
Rated Preparatory Program now accepting applications for FY21 Fall class

Active duty Air Force officers and enlisted personnel interested in becoming rated officers have until May 25, 2021 to apply for the Fall 2021 Rated Preparatory Program that is scheduled to be held Sept. 11-25, 2021.
Jan. 21, 2021
Air Force to allow longer braids, ponytails, bangs for women

As an outcome of the 101st Air Force uniform board, Air Force women will be able to wear their hair in up to two braids or a single ponytail with bulk not exceeding the width of the head and length not extending below a horizontal line running between the top of each sleeve inseam at the under arm
Aug. 6, 2020
Goodfellow launches Diversity and Inclusion Team

The military has made great strides with diversity and inclusion, and we are making continual progress. 17th Training Wing Violence Prevention Integrator, Donna Casey, is starting a Diversity and Inclusion Team on Goodfellow; their purpose is to identify and remove any barriers that might unfairly

Air Force readdresses women’s hair standard after feedback