A 5k color run kicked off June 1 and was open to current or past service members and their families. “We want to encourage Airmen to be inclusive, and think outside the box.”Īccording to Turnage, starting the month in an energetic, fun and active way was the best way to represent the LGBT community. “These events highlight the LGBT community and get Luke Thunderbolts involved,” Turnage said. Luke Thunderbolts are celebrating LGBT Pride Month with several events for service members and their families. People of the LGBT community stand side-by-side with us and work just as hard.” “Just because they may have a different sexual orientation or gender preference, doesn’t make them any less of an Airman. Cassandra Turnage, 56th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron commander’s personnel section NCO in charge.
“The significance of this month is celebrating the dedication and commitment that LGBT service members have contributed to the Air Force,” said Tech.
Since the inception of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month in 2009, American military installations around the globe have participated in events celebrating the diversity of LGBT service members who have, will, or are currently serving.
