b'patches, mottos, nicknames, coins and other forms of unit recognition and identity to ensure an inclusive and professional environment within 60 days from Dec. 23, 2020.Commanders, at the squadron level and above, will remove any visual representation, symbolsor language derogatory to any race, gender,sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, age ordisability status to ensure an inclusive andprofessional environment.The directive came in the form of a memorandum from Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett, Air Force Chief of Staff Charles Q. Brown, Jr., and Chief of Space Operations John W. Raymond.With the creation of the Space Force almostIt is critical for the Department of the Air Force one year ago and its designation under the newto embody an environment of dignity, respect service, the 45th Space Wing also supported theand inclusivity for all Airmen and Guardians, the launch of two manned missions into space, formemo stated. Our core values demand we hold the first time since 2011. ourselves to high standards and maintainThe renaming of the two installations is but onea culture of respect and trust in our chainmore step in solidifying not only the 45th Spaceof command.Wing and Space Forces hold as the frontrunners According to Air Force Instruction 84-105, in space exploration and defense, but the NationsOrganizational Lineage, Honors and Heraldry, as a whole. With a projected 39 launches onemblem designs and mottos should reflectthe calendar for 2020, Patrick SFB and Capefavorably on the United States Air Force, beCanaveral SFS continues as one team, deliveringoriginal, distinctive, dignified, in good tasteassured access to space for the warfighter and and non-controversial.for the Nation. J Their continued use (of derogatory symbols and language) ostracizes our teammatesundermining unit cohesion and impedingour mission readiness and successOurdiversity of experience, culture, demographicsand perspectives is a force multiplier andessential to our success in this dynamic global environmentWe must ensure all our Airmen and Guardians are valued and respected, the memo emphasized.Commanders should consider emblem and motto guidance in AFI 84-105 and consult their historians, staff judge advContract # 5705 Middletown Chamber of Commerceocates and equal opportunit Appreciation Resource Magazine. J2021 Military y specialists during the reviewMiddletown Area Chamber of Commerce Department of the Air Force1050 Industrial Drive,directs commanders to review Suite 110unit emblems, mottos, nicknames,Middletown, DE 19709 The Chamber provides advocacy, leadership, and other official symbology networking within the business community and serves as a catalyst for the promotion of our members; as well as an information resource center for the MOT Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs (Middletown, Odessa & Townsend) Community.Published January 05, 2021 Phone: 302. 378.7545 The Department of the Air Force directed rferguson@maccde.comcommanders to conduct a comprehensive review of official and unofficial unit emblems, moralew w w. m a c c d e . c o mThank You For Your Service Military Appreciation Resource Magizine 31'