Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Diversity and Inclusion Program creates and sustains an organization dedicated to mission effectiveness, valuing diversity and ensuring each individual has the opportunity and means to reach maximum potential. We will leverage the existing pool of talent within our structure and seek new talent representative of our demographics, education levels, cultural and professional background in all of the communities we serve. We will provide the necessary platform for leaders, Airmen, Soldiers and civilians to embrace each other's differences, and understand how our collectively focused energies will increase the effectiveness of our dual roles of supporting state and federal missions.
VIDEOS
Maj. Gen. John C. Harris Jr., Ohio adjutant general, speaks out against racism
A message to the force from our Maj. Gen. John Harris, Jr., Ohio adjutant general, about racism in the organization and respect while on mission. “Racism is a very real thing in our culture. Racism divides us, and it destroys trust. It's reprehensible.”
Video by Stephanie Beougher, Ohio National Guard Public Affairs
Ohio National Guard Historic firsts for women
This video honors women who have served in the Ohio National Guard and their historic contributions to the organization.
SNAPSHOTS
![Female Airman poses in uniform with aircraft and firetruck behind her.](/ohang/179th/images/20210428-tridico.png)
02.22.2021 ~ Aairman First Class Sophie Tridico, Airman tops in her class at basic training, DOD Fire Academy
![African American woman stands by tree in uniform.](/ohang/121st/images/20210411-hines.png
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02.20.2021
Sgt. Cherelle Hines
121st ARW Airman:A passion to serve
![Henry in uniform holding certificate.](/stories/2022/jan/20220113-73rd-henry-profile.png)
01.13.2022 ~ Spc. Matthieu Henry
Radiology specialist with the 285th Medical Company
![Lt. Col. Albito Lopezand family composite.](/stories/2021/oct/20211014-hq-ohang-lopez-lead.png)
10.14.2021 ~ Lt. Col. Albito Lopez
Hispanic heritage instills hard work, importance of inclusion
![Women in uniform at table.](/programs/inclusion/whm/210929-womens-symposium.png)
09.29.2021 ~ Current, former ONG leaders share experiences during women's mentorship symposium
![Ohio Air National Guard Tech. Sgt. Jordan Hopson in uniform.](/stories/2021/aug/20210827-hopson.png)
08.27.2021 ~ Tech. Sgt. Jordan Hopson
121st Airman is Ohio Air National Guard Recruiter of Year
![Soldier at window with weapon.](/stories/2021/aug/20210810-196th-owen.png)
08.10.2021~ Spc. John Owen
Military has provided family, friends, career for South Korean immigrant
![Master Sgt. Aaron Foy in uniform](/stories/2021/apr/20210415-saam-foy.png)
04.15.2021 ~ Master Sgt. Aaron Foy
Formerly in military police, Soldier now trains others in sexual assault awareness, prevention
![Ohio Air National Guard Senior Master Sgt. Brianne Forrester in uniform](/stories/2021/apr/20210401-saam-forrester.png)
04.01.2021 ~
Senior Master Sgt. Brianne Forrester
Air Guard victim advocate strives for safe space for those who need help
![Brig. Gen. Rebecca O’Connor speaks with medai from stands of arena.](/stories/covid19/images/stories/20210319-mass-vaccine-lead.png)
03.19.2021
Brig. Gen. Rebecca O’Connor
Dual-status commander unifies forces
![Soldiers stands in line with vehicles while deployed.](/stories/2020/oct/20201006-hhm-nemec.png)
10/06/2020 ~ Staff Sgt. Adriel Nemec
Hispanic Heritage Month
![Female soldier stands with arms crossed.](/stories/covid19/images/stories/20200720-ocallaghan.png)
07/20/2020
Second Lt. Colleen O’Callaghan
Ohio’s first female infantry officer
![Soldier stands with arms crossed in warehouse.](/stories/covid19/images/stories/20200403-148th-elama.png)
04/03/2020 ~ Spc. Jacque Elama
Ohio National Guard Soldier shares story of becoming U.S. citizen
![Drummers Drumming](/programs/inclusion/bhm/20200224-performance.png)
02/24/2020 ~ Black History Month celebration
![Honkpo in front of US and Ohio flags.](/stories/2020/feb/20200228-bhm-honkpo.png)
02/24/2020 ~ Sgt. Kouami Honkpo
Freedom and Opportunity:
A Togolese-American story
![Bah accepts award in front of Soldiers standing at attention.](/stories/2020/feb/20200201-bhm-bah-lead.png)
02/24/2020 ~ Capt. Sulaiman Bah
From immigrant to Citizen-Soldier:
A commander’s uncommon journey
![Jill Hoffman receives the 945th Engineer Company guidon.](/stories/2020/jan/20200111-945coc-lead.png)
01/11/2020 ~ Capt. Jill Hoffman receives the 945th Engineer Company
![Brandt in uniform with young daughters.](/stories/2019/nov/20191126-brandt.png)
11/26/2019 ~ Capt. Chris Brandt
Native American Heritage Month
STORY ARCHIVE
01.11.2020 Changing of the Guard: 945th Engineer Company welcomes new commander
01.20.2020 From immigrant to Citizen-Soldier: A commander's uncommon journey
02.24.2020 Cultural performance highlights African-American/Black History Month celebration
08.25.2020 Women's Equality Day – Recognizing Soldiers who lead the way
02.08.2019
High school teacher begins National Guard career at 35
03.03.2019
Ohio Army National Guard's top Soldier, NCO named during State Best Warrior Competition
05.20.2019
Making a difference by serving her Military Family
06.14.2019
Ohio National Guard throws birthday party for U.S. Army
11.26.2019
A Beloved Man: Guard member with Cherokee heritage leads with character, values, beliefs
02.22.2017 Speaker talks about how diversity,
inclusion make an organization stronger
03.22.2017 Women's History Month panel emphasizes empowerment as key to workplace productivity, performance
04.28.2017 Holocaust Days of Remembrance
05.04.2017 Video Spotlight: Staff Sgt. Jamie Matheney
05.23.2017 Dublin Taiko Group performs during Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month program
03.22.2017 Speaker talks about how diversity, inclusion make an organization stronger
04.28.2017 Holocaust Remembrance
05.23.2017 Dublin Taiko Group performs during Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month program
11/15/2017 National American Indian Heritage Month: 180th Fighter Wing Celebrates Cultural Diversity
01.20.2016 Army Staff Sgt. Omar Rassi
01.22.2016: Multicultural upbringing broadens perspective for medical officer
02.22.2016: African American/Black History Month - Former Guard members reminisce
02.26.2016 Ohio National Guard Leadership Development Series - Panel discusses value of diversity in workplace
03.06.2016 2016 Ohio National Guard Combatives Tournament
03.28.2016 Profile in Success: Sgt. Ashley Gorbulja
03.29.2016 Panel focuses on value of good leadership in diverse work environment
04.18.2016 Sexual Assault Awareness Prevention Month Program
05.03.2016 Holocaust Days of Remembrance
05.24.2016 Profile in Success: Cpl. Emma Briggs
06.06.2016: LBGTQ 101: Leadership Knowledge for Today and the Future
07.25.2016 Air National Guard's Outstanding Airman of the Year: Staff Sgt. Jennifer D. Masters, 178th Wing
08.26.2016 Ohio Supreme Court justice helps honor Women's Equality Day
09.08.2016 4 Ohio National Guard members selected for top NGAUS honors
09.27.2016 Panel discussion focuses on contributions of Hispanic Americans to U.S. military
10.04.2016 Education benefits, incentives help pave way for Soldier to career in Ohio National Guard
11.18.2016 Ohio National Guard leadership development series program focuses on Native American Heritage month