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April 12, 2024
Next Stop.....2024 DoD Warrior Games

Last month, the Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) Program went back home to Nellis Air Force Base to host the 2024 Air Force & Marine Corps Trials. More than 100 warrior athletes competed for a spot to represent Team Air Force during the 2024 Department of Defense Warrior Games, happening June 21-30,
July 17, 2020
AFW2 Virtual Track and Field Competition

Tech Sgt. Justin Goad (L) and Master Sgt. Nikiki Favuzza(R) start off the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2) Virtual Track & Field competition with a 1500 meter run at JBSA-Randolph, Texas this morning. In the current climate of physical distancing, AFW2 endeavors to continue maintaining a
Jan. 29, 2020
AFW2 helps Airman rebuild herself

The Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) program helps rehabilitate service members who were wounded or fell ill during duty.
Dec. 10, 2019
Master Sgt. Jessica Clayton: An invisible wounds story of multiple traumas, continuous recovery, and resilience

No matter where you’re from or your AFSC, everyone is at risk of developing an invisible wound. Any exposure to a traumatic event can be a trigger and every person responds to trauma differently. For some, a blow to the head, a serious accident, or a painful event could be enough, while for others
Sept. 24, 2019
Recovery Care Coordinator: Your first step with serious injury or illness

For military members who have been injured or ill during duty, navigating the journey to recovery through the medical and personnel systems can be overwhelming. This is why the Air Force established the Recovery Care Coordinator position.
Sept. 4, 2019
Wounded Warrior Ambassadors bring a resilience message to Scott Airmen

The hardest part of a wounded or ill Airman’s recovery process is often asking for help, or knowing where to turn when the life they planned suddenly changes. For retired Senior Airman Christian Vega it meant finding meaning in his life again after a brain aneurysm and stroke left him unable to walk
Aug. 8, 2019
Care Beyond Duty

Airmen all over the world suffer from both visible and invisible wounds that may not always be recognized by their wingmen, and the Air Force Wounded Warrior program is available to those who need help.
May 23, 2019
Seeking mental health treatment: 49th Maintenance Group chief shares his experience with PTSD

“Dealing with a traumatic event from 2011 in Afghanistan, I realize now that I probably needed help long before 2018, but at the time I felt like I’d figured out how to control the ghosts in my head. I forced myself to keep them at bay, and instead of dealing with my problems, I just let them
Feb. 23, 2019
AF Trials 2019 Profile: Hunter Barnhill

The advanced team for the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2) arrived in Las Vegas, in preparation for the 6th annual Air Force Trials, March 1st through the 7th. The Paralympic-style competitive event showcases the resiliency of wounded warriors and highlights the effectiveness of adaptive
Jan. 28, 2019
Attitude of gratitude key to resiliency for disabled civil servant

Former Airman who was paralyzed earns employment as commander's secretary after many obstacles and hardships.