National Hispanic Heritage Month
20 Sep 2024 09:45
National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, recognizes the achievements, contributions, commitment and service of Hispanic-Americans in the Army. The theme is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together.” Soldiers and civilian employees are valuable contributors to mission, bringing unique backgrounds and perspectives. Personnel with ancestry from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America may be proud of a long-standing tradition of service to the nation dating back to America’s Revolutionary War. The observance begins mid-month to celebrate significant events for the various Hispanic and Latino communities, including the independence anniversaries of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Additionally, Mexico’s Independence Day is Sept. 6; Chile’s Independence Day is Sept. 18, and Spain’s celebrates National Day, Oct. 12. Today’s Army: • Approximately 170,000 active-duty Army, National Guard and Reserve Soldiers identify as Hispanic or report being of Latin descent. It’s estimated that Hispanics or Latinos equal about 18% of the total force. About 10% of the Army’s military and civilian workforces are Hispanic. • One of the U.S. military’s largest bases is named after a Mexican-American four-star general, Gen. Richard Edward Cavazos. • The Medal of Honor, our country’s highest military decoration, is bestowed on 44 Hispanic Army Soldiers.
Army Suicide Prevention Month
20 Sep 2024 09:44
The Army’s Suicide Prevention Month theme is “We Are Stronger Together. Connect to Protect.” This theme underscores the importance of connecting with people we trust, because individuals who have strong, supportive relationships have a lower risk for suicide. • The Army is committed to addressing suicide through a comprehensive program that integrates strategies and activities aimed at preventing suicide and other dangerous behaviors. • Recognizing that commanders and leaders play a pivotal role, the Army’s Suicide Prevention Program equips them with effective tools and resources to directly address harmful behaviors. • Army senior leaders remain focused on building cohesive teams and providing Soldiers and their families with the resources to strengthen their resilience and improve their personal readiness.
20 Sep 2024 09:45
National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, recognizes the achievements, contributions, commitment and service of Hispanic-Americans in the Army. The theme is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together.” Soldiers and civilian employees are valuable contributors to mission, bringing unique backgrounds and perspectives. Personnel with ancestry from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America may be proud of a long-standing tradition of service to the nation dating back to America’s Revolutionary War. The observance begins mid-month to celebrate significant events for the various Hispanic and Latino communities, including the independence anniversaries of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Additionally, Mexico’s Independence Day is Sept. 6; Chile’s Independence Day is Sept. 18, and Spain’s celebrates National Day, Oct. 12. Today’s Army: • Approximately 170,000 active-duty Army, National Guard and Reserve Soldiers identify as Hispanic or report being of Latin descent. It’s estimated that Hispanics or Latinos equal about 18% of the total force. About 10% of the Army’s military and civilian workforces are Hispanic. • One of the U.S. military’s largest bases is named after a Mexican-American four-star general, Gen. Richard Edward Cavazos. • The Medal of Honor, our country’s highest military decoration, is bestowed on 44 Hispanic Army Soldiers.
Army Suicide Prevention Month
20 Sep 2024 09:44
The Army’s Suicide Prevention Month theme is “We Are Stronger Together. Connect to Protect.” This theme underscores the importance of connecting with people we trust, because individuals who have strong, supportive relationships have a lower risk for suicide. • The Army is committed to addressing suicide through a comprehensive program that integrates strategies and activities aimed at preventing suicide and other dangerous behaviors. • Recognizing that commanders and leaders play a pivotal role, the Army’s Suicide Prevention Program equips them with effective tools and resources to directly address harmful behaviors. • Army senior leaders remain focused on building cohesive teams and providing Soldiers and their families with the resources to strengthen their resilience and improve their personal readiness.