
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

02.22.2021 ~ Aairman First Class Sophie Tridico, Airman tops in her class at basic training, DOD Fire Academy

02.20.2021
Sgt. Cherelle Hines
121st ARW Airman:A passion to serve

01.13.2022 ~ Spc. Matthieu Henry
Radiology specialist with the 285th Medical Company

10.14.2021 ~ Lt. Col. Albito Lopez
Hispanic heritage instills hard work, importance of inclusion

09.29.2021 ~ Current, former ONG leaders share experiences during women's mentorship symposium

08.27.2021 ~ Tech. Sgt. Jordan Hopson
121st Airman is Ohio Air National Guard Recruiter of Year

08.10.2021~ Spc. John Owen
Military has provided family, friends, career for South Korean immigrant

04.15.2021 ~ Master Sgt. Aaron Foy
Formerly in military police, Soldier now trains others in sexual assault awareness, prevention

04.01.2021 ~
Senior Master Sgt. Brianne Forrester
Air Guard victim advocate strives for safe space for those who need help

03.19.2021
Brig. Gen. Rebecca O’Connor
Dual-status commander unifies forces

10/06/2020 ~ Staff Sgt. Adriel Nemec
Hispanic Heritage Month

07/20/2020
Second Lt. Colleen O’Callaghan
Ohio’s first female infantry officer

04/03/2020 ~ Spc. Jacque Elama
Ohio National Guard Soldier shares story of becoming U.S. citizen

02/24/2020 ~ Black History Month celebration

02/24/2020 ~ Sgt. Kouami Honkpo
Freedom and Opportunity:
A Togolese-American story

02/24/2020 ~ Capt. Sulaiman Bah
From immigrant to Citizen-Soldier:
A commander’s uncommon journey

01/11/2020 ~ Capt. Jill Hoffman receives the 945th Engineer Company

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