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NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — The 107th Attack Wing at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station hosted the Contemporary Base Issues Course, bringing together 270 Air National Guard members from across the United States on July 12-13. The event aimed to enhance the leadership skills of Air National Guard members.
One of the course instructors, Lt Col Ambar Vyas, Staff Judge Advocate assigned to the 147th Attack Wing (TX), explained that the main goal of the course is to empower military leaders with tools and concepts they need to think critically and solve problems together.
"In CBI, that concept is called "roundtabling," getting together and having the tools to think dynamically, critically and candidly about how to solve problems to address current issues," Vyas said.
The course covered key topics like military justice, ethics, and domestic operations. These subjects are essential for the Air Force and provide a strong foundation for leaders.
"This course is meant to give information that can be utilized at the command level, in the mid-grade level, and kind of an introduction at a lower level," said Col Michelle Hagel, Joint Force Headquarters Judge Advocate (ND). "There's something for everybody to start being able to identify those issues that really are plaguing the Air National Guard".
The course also adapts to address current issues, such as sexual assault, which has become an important topic in recent years.
"We're going to keep talking about it as long as it's a problem and it's a problem if there's one", said Hagel. "So we're going to talk about it because it's not just because it's still happening, it's because we want to prevent it from happening as well."
Maj. Gen. Chuck Walker, Air National Guard Assistant to The Judge Advocate General of the Air Force, and his team led the event. The two-day seminar included lectures and interactive discussions, encouraging active participation and a deeper understanding of the topics.
"The beauty of CBI is the course evolves every session; there's no block that's static, we continue to improve, based off the feedback we get real time from the people who are taking the course as well as feedback at the national level," said Walker.
This format helped participants gain practical tools to maintain ethical standards, readiness, address mental health challenges, and improve leadership skills.
Vyas, who also teaches a Cyber Law course, shared their motivation for joining the team. He saw this as a chance to improve the Air Force and enjoyed using their skills to engage and educate participants.
"I was approached by two CBI members who thought I would be a good fit for the program. Teaching at CBI is prestigious and offers a great experience that many former leaders in the Guard have had," Vyas said.
Hosting the Contemporary Base Issues Course is a big achievement for the 107th Attack Wing, which waited over four years for this opportunity. The course is hosted by different units each time, allowing various units to benefit from the training and share best practices.
In today's fast-changing military environment, it is crucial for leaders to have the latest tools and information. The Contemporary Base Issues Course addresses this need by providing comprehensive training on the most important issues faced by Air National Guard leaders.
The event marked a significant step in enhancing the leadership skills of Air National Guard members. By covering a wide range of important topics and encouraging participation, the course ensured that leaders are well-prepared for the challenges of today's military environment. The 107th Attack Wing's successful hosting of the event highlights its commitment to fostering a strong, ethical, and ready force.
| Date Taken: | 07.17.2024 |
| Date Posted: | 08.15.2024 12:32 |
| Story ID: | 478561 |
| Location: | NIAGARA FALLS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AIR RESERVE STATION, NEW YORK, US |
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