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  • The month of April is designated Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). The goal of SAAM is to raise public awareness about sexual violence (focusing on sexual assault and rape) and to educate communities and individuals on how to prevent sexual violence. Beginning in 2005, the Air Force commenced the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program and assigned full-time sexual assault response coordinators at all main operating installations. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Hans Roth)

    Promoting engaged bystander behavior

    You think you saw something, but you aren't sure. You could be wrong; maybe it was nothing. So, you let it go, and you walk away. The next day you hear the news. Someone desperately needed your help, but you didn't realize it. It wasn't your friend. But, it was someone else's loved one. And, they needed you to step in and prevent a sexual

  • Stories of freedom: what you do matters

    Most people have heard of Oskar Schindler and his wife, Emilie, who together saved the lives of more than 1,200 Jews during the holocaust of Wold War II and were the focus of the movie "Schindler's List."Emilie was instrumental to the success of saving so many lives, even selling her jewels to buy food, clothes and medicine. She looked after sick

  • We must all teach tomorrow's leaders

    General Wilbur L. Creech, one of the most venerated leaders in the history of our Air Force, once said, "The first responsibility of a leader is to create more leaders." I personally believe this philosophy is true for all Airmen, in all positions, and in all directions. Whether we're talking about young Airmen who work together in the same shop, a
  • Scaffolding is put in place at dorm 2414 for a new exterior paint job to help the dorms look better for the airmen and the surrounding area, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 08, 2008. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Pierce)(Released)*

    Do you know your dormitory?

    The title suggests I'm speaking solely to the 1,200 residents living in one of 16 dormitories on Ramstein and Kapaun. In truth, I'm speaking to everyone.We all know someone or work with someone living in the dormitories. In the event you happen to be one of the few who doesn't, I'm certain you've passed these young Airmen as you drive around base.

  • How do you fuel your fitness?

    Are you fit to fight? As Airmen we've been asking ourselves thatquestion for several years now and as we prepare to make changes to ourphysical fitness testing starting July 2010, it's even more important thatwe answer this question honestly. As we focus on fitness during the monthof now is also a good time to focus on fueling our fitness. March is
  • U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Erica Garcia, individual practice equipment apprentice, 86th Logistic Readiness Squadron, poses for a photo, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2010. "I will be my daughters hero," says Garcia about her child, due on March 1st. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Desiree Esposito)

    Women's History Month: Celebrating a culture of equality

    As we enter March and begin to recognize Women's History Month throughoutthe Kaiserslautern Military Community, I'd like to take a moment to talkabout an Air Force pioneer who passed away a few weeks ago. Retired Maj. Gen. Jeanne M. Holm, credited as the single driving force inachieving equality for today's military women, died Feb. 15 at 88 years
  • U.S. Air Force Brigadier Gen. Mark Dillon, commander of the 86th Airlift Wing, welcomes German officials during their visit to Ramstein Air Base on January 20, 2010. The German official's visit to Ramstein was an opportunity for leadership of the Kaiserslautern area to come together with Ramstein's leadership discuss concerns and to build partnerships betwwen the Air Force and local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brea Miller)

    Host nation partnerships vital to operational success

    You and your families' hard work and selfless sacrifice are vital to the Air Force mission. This week I want to remind us of another vital partner in our Air Force mission, our U.S.-German host nation partners. Our host nation teammates are here in today's fight and will be there for tomorrow's challenges. We interact daily with our gracious German

  • Leadership lessons from the Red Baron

    Most Airmen know Manfred von Richthofen as the Red Baron and the man who shot down over 80 Allied aircraft in World War I--the leading ace from all nations in the "War to end all Wars." Most don't realize that he was also a tremendous squadron commander and leader of warriors. The short version of his leadership biography is that he took command of

  • Cooperation builds strong relationships, lasting impact

    With the operational readiness exercise in full swing, you may not have noticed the three Macedonian Army officers who visited parts of the 86th Airlift Wing this week. Even though the group was small, it is part of a larger long term effort to build partnerships and cooperative relationships with other partner nations.Our leaders recognize that
  • Members of the Ramstein Kool Kidz Express Torch Club pose for a photo. The club is a character and leadership program for Boys and Girls Club members ages 10 to 12. (Photo by Angela Mackin)

    Ramstein School-Age Program launches recycling, energy conservation campaign

    The Boys and Girls Clubs at the Ramstein School-Age Program announced the launch of a community-wide recycling and energy conservation campaign. Spearheaded by The Kool Kidz Express Torch Club, a character and leadership program for Boys and Girls Club members ages 10 to 12, the Be Great! Be Green! Everyone campaign encourages youth and adults to
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