This Air Force Association (AFA) award recognizes the significant contributions made by non-military spouses of Air Force military members. The nominee's husband or wife must be serving in the Air Force (Active Duty, Guard, or Reserve). The award period is 1 January to 31 December. Nominations will include facts and specific accomplishments that clearly state the individual's contributions to the Air Force, to include specific examples in any of the following areas:
- Participation in Base and Community Activities
- Articulate and Influential Spokesperson for the Air Force
- Voluntary Service in Air Force-related Organizations and Activities
- Contributions to the States or to the Nation
- Moral and Religious Leadership
- Contributions to the Resolution of Contemporary Social Problems
- Membership in Professional, Civic, or Cultural Organizations
- Self-Improvement Efforts
- Leadership and Other Accomplishments
Nomination Authority
Organizations and base-level personnel must contact their Major Command (MAJCOM), Combatant Command (COCOM), Field Operating Agency (FOA), Direct Reporting Unit (DRU) or MAJCOM equivalent for applicable suspense dates and for additional information regarding nomination procedures.
Nomination Package
Write-Up
A write-up, limited to 30 lines (including headers, if applicable, and are to stand alone from the bullets), single-spaced, size 12 font, using only the AF Form 1206, Nomination for Award (must use the most recent form version on e-Publishing). Bullet format is mandatory. The SSN on the AF Form 1206, Nomination for Award, is no longer required. **Note: Only common acronyms known throughout the Air Force will be authorized, (AF, USAFE, ACC, CC, TDY, NCO).
Public Release Statement
A public release statement addressed to Air Force Personnel Center Recognition Programs Section (AFPC/DP1SP). Each nominee must sign a public release statement that reads verbatim: "I do or do not (circle one) agree to the use of Privacy Act information in the nomination narrative. This information may include Privacy information or personally identifiable information found in Air Force Instruction 33-332, Air Force Privacy and Civil Liberties Program, Chapter two, Privacy Act. I understand those transmitting personal information via email will exercise caution and adequately safeguard it in accordance with AFI 33-332, paragraphs 2.5 and subparagraphs. The announcement message or any publicity regarding the award nomination will contain no privacy act information other than name, rank, and base of assignment." The nominee must sign and date this statement.
Recommendation Letter
A recommendation letter signed by the MAJCOM/COCOM/FOA/DRU commander, vice commander, or executive director. This may be delegated to the A1 Directors by the MAJCOM/COCOM/FOA/DRU commander.
Biography
A biography, limited to one single-spaced typewritten page (see AFI 36-2805, Attachment 2, for format). The Social Security number as reflected in Attachment 2, is no longer required.
Citation
A citation, limited to no less than 50 words and no more than 70 words (not including opening and closing statements). The citation should include specific examples of the act or services provided. Refer to AFI 36-2805, Special Trophies and Awards, Attachment 3, for format. **Note: Acronyms are not authorized in the citation.
MAJCOM/COCOM/FOA/DRU Nomination Requirements
Each MAJCOM/COCOM/FOA/DRU may submit only one nomination. Please send nominations in original format to AFPC/DP1SSP (AFPC.DP1SP.RecognitionProcess@us.af.mil). The only scanned documents we will accept are those documents with signatures, such as endorsement letters and public release statements. The AF Form 1206 must have the email address of the nominee and the nomination commander. AF Form 1206 must be sent in the original .pdf format (NOT SCANNED) and all other documents should be in word document format. Do not submit nominations directly to the sponsor.
If a nomination package is not received by the established suspense date and an extension has not been approved, the nomination package will not be considered and will be returned with no action.