Command chief speaks at first enlisted all call

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  • By Senior Airman Hailey Staker
  • 28th Bomb Wing Public Affairs
ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, S.D. --  The 28th Bomb Wing command chief hosted her first briefing to all enlisted members of Ellsworth, or all call, at the base theater May 10, 2016.

The event began with Chief Master Sgt. Sonia Lee highlighting two of many issues the Air Force is combatting - global nuclear deterrence and cybersecurity protection, and emphasizing the ways Airmen stay motivated to accomplish the mission.

"Our wing earned 78 major command awards, including the meritorious unit award, in 2015," Lee said excitedly. "However, with that rock-ness, we need to focus on our profession of arms."

People continue to make poor choices, and there is no in-between, Lee said. The first sergeants and chiefs are making strides toward updating Safe Ride and other programs which provide free rides home to Airmen who have been drinking. They will only track how many people utilize the service, not specifics on who is using the service provided.

Additionally, when it comes to sexual assaults Airmen must understand the wingman concept, how to be a good wingman and taking care of each other, Lee said.

"Do the right thing," Lee added. "Supervisors, be engaged, know your Airman's home life, and get them help when they need it."

Aside from alcohol-related incidents and sexual assault concerns, Lee also touched on professional development, such as updating the Airman Comprehensive Assessment feedback form and Course 15 for NCOs.

"For those enrolled in Course 15, the date starts when the email has been sent," Lee said. "You have 12 months from that date to complete Course 15. If not completed, you will not be eligible for promotion or reenlistment and you will separate on your [date of separation]. Your commander has the option to remove codes if you complete the course after the 12 months, but that is not guaranteed."

Additionally, Lee explained that the ACA feedback form will soon be updated to match the updated performance report forms, and that supervisors should focus on their Airmen's potential for promotion to the next rank, not their volunteer bullets.

Finally, Lee thanked her enlisted Airmen for what they've been doing to ensure mission success.

"Thank you for what you do, I appreciate you and all your hard work," Lee said. "Let's just do the right thing and take care of each other."