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District Government Operations helps DCNG achieve RESET through staffing and HR reform
Melbert Carlos, DCNG’s newest District government operations human resources (HR) manager that supports the DCNG, has established himself as an integral part of ensuring the success of RESET and proving that District government and DCNG’s partnership in centering Soldiers and Airmen, is the most effective collaboration in centering DC Guardsmen and their families.
Sept. 19, 2023 - The District of Columbia National Guard (DCNG) has supported District and Federal partners on a near continuous basis, including activations to support the District’s COVID operations, first amendment demonstrations, Capitol...

Capital Guardians join State Partnership Program allies for annual planning
U.S. Army and Air Force subject matter experts with the District of Columbia National Guard joined their Jamaican Defense Force (JDF) counterparts June 27-28 in Kingston, Jamaica to hold the annual JDF-DCNG planning meeting for the Defense Department’s State Partnership Program (SPP), administered by the National Guard Bureau. The two organizations have been conducting military engagements, including subject matter expert exchanges, key leader engagements and familiarization visits since the partnership began in 1999.
Aug. 7, 2023 - Six members of the District of Columbia National Guard (DCNG) joined their Jamaican Defense Force (JDF) counterparts June 27-28 in Kingston, Jamaica to hold the annual JDF-DCNG planning meeting for the Defense Department’s...

New State Inspector General on board with the D.C. National Guard
The commanding general of the District of Columbia National Guard (DCNG), Maj. Gen. Sherrie L. McCandless, swears in the new DCNG inspector general (IG), Lt. Col. Christopher Mayo, April 27, 2023. The role of the IG is to determine and report on the economy, efficiency, discipline, morale, esprit de corps, readiness, and resources of the command.
May 15, 2023 - The state inspector general position for D.C. National Guard (DCNG) was filled in the spring of 2023 after more than one year vacant. The DCNG hired Air Force Lt. Col. Christopher Mayo, a New York native and active-duty...
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Resources to Help National Guardsmen in a Government Shutdown
The National Guard Bureau has formed two task forces in a continued effort to fight sexual assault and suicide within the ranks.
Sept. 29, 2023 - WASHINGTON - During government shutdowns, military service members and civilians who are furloughed may miss a paycheck, although pay is typically provided retroactively. So, it's a good idea to have a plan.Service members...

National Guard Committed to Suicide Prevention Year-round
Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks recognizes the Guam National Guard's suicide prevention efforts at the Department of Defense's annual Suicide Prevention Awareness Recognition Ceremony in the Pentagon Hall of Heroes, Sept. 6, 2023.
Sept. 29, 2023 - ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Guard’s commitment to fighting suicide remains steadfast, according to Guard officials, and goes beyond September, which the Department of Defense recognizes as National Suicide Awareness and...

100th Missile Defense Brigade: Defending America for 20 Years
U.S. Army Spc. Jason Clark, military policeman, Company A, 49th Missile Defense Battalion, protects the Missile Defense Complex from mock enemies during Exercise Guardian Strike at Fort Greely, Alaska, Aug. 1, 2023. Guardian Strike evaluated military police and battalion staff members in their abilities to react to a variety of scenarios.
Sept. 29, 2023 - COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - Who would the nation call upon if attacked by long-range ballistic missiles armed with nuclear warheads? For 20 years, the Colorado National Guard’s 100th Missile Defense Brigade has been prepared to...
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Nevada National Guard Soldiers participate in the National Day of Prayer event, Historic Fifth Street School auditorium, ...

I Am MCA - Capt Alex Nastas

Language Enabled Airman Program Scholars are multi-capable Airmen because of their language/culture skills paired with th...

I Am MCA - Lt Col John Yi

Language Enabled Airman Program Scholars are multi-capable Airmen because of their language/culture skills paired with th...

26th Marine Expeditionary Unit Complet...

ATLANTIC OCEAN – U.S. Marines and Sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26 MEU), embarked aboard the three ships...

26th MEU Conducts VBSS During ARGMEUEX

U.S. Marines and Sailors with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) conduct a visit, board, search and seizure during ...
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 Lt. Gen. Sherrie McCandless

              Maj. Gen. Sherrie L. McCandless
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