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Telling the Air Force story
The Office of Public Affairs is Wright-Patt's direct link to neighboring communities and the news media. Our mission is to tell the Air Force story, build public trust and support, enhance Airmen morale and readiness. Public Affairs contributes to global influence and deterrence by releasing timely, accurate information on Air Force people, activities and capabilities.
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The Current Operations Division division serves as the liaison between Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and neighboring Miami Valley communities. The division also manages both the Wright-Patterson speaker's bureau and the base visit program.
 Speaker's Bureau: If you are looking for a Wright-Patterson Airman or civilian employee to address your group at a community event, we can help. Our speakers can talk about a variety of Air Force topics, ranging from Wright-Patterson's history to our diverse missions.
A minimum of 30 days notice is normally required for speakers, and we reserve the right to cancel requests due to mission requirements in support of real world events. To request a speaker, complete a speakers request form and email it to 88abw.pa@wpafb.af.mil. Note that submission of a request does not guarantee a speaker until you receive a confirmation from us. Please provide a backup in case a speaker is not found.
 Base Visits: We offer assistance to ROTC, Junior ROTC and Civil Air Patrol groups planning to visit Wright-Patterson. A minimum of 30 days notice is required for all visits. A written request is required to schedule a visit.
To request a visit, contact the Outreach Division at (937) 522-3512 or complete a visit request form and fax to it (937) 522-3500 or email the form to the email address located on the bottom of the form. Keep in mind, due to the size of the facilities, ROTC group sizes are limited to no more than 30.
For information on Scout encampment opportunities on base, please contact the Scouting Coordinator at (937) 257-5327, email campground@wpafb.af.mil, or visit their website at: http://www.wpodr.com/scout.htm.
Other groups are encouraged to visit the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force adjacent to Wright-Patterson's Area B. For more information visit their web site at http://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/. |
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 The Visual Information division provides still photography, videography and graphics production capabilities to enhance communication for Wright-Patt's internal and external customers. Services range from official studio and Passport photos to video editing and production.
Department of Defense customers request support using AF IMT 833, Multimedia Workorder. Requests must include quantity, type, and size of products and services, describe the planned use and certify that the work is for official business.
The customer's signature (electronic or physical) indicates that the request is for official purposes. Requests need to be physically or electronically signed and emailed to 88 ABW/PA Visual Information. |
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 The Current Operations division is also Wright-Patterson's laision with local, regional, national and international news media. We respond to media queries, write news releases on significant events, arrange interviews with spokespersons and coordinate other activities to enhance the relationship with members of the press.
 Media are required to be escorted all times while on the installation. Bonafide news media may subscribe to receive e-mailed press releases on base activities. For more information, news media may call 937-522-3252 or 937-522-3525. |
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The Plans & Programs division conducts public affairs crisis communication and contingency planning, as well as Security and Policy Review program activities for the installation. |
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You can help tell the Air Force story and be recognized by completing a Hometown News Release. Family members and friends always enjoy reading about the accomplishments of those who serve.
The Defense Media Activity's Joint Hometown News Service produces a variety of print and electronic news products highlighting the accomplishments and worldwide activities of individual soldiers and airmen.
HOW TO SUBMIT A HOMETOWN NEWS RELEASE:
Air Force members can also submit a hometown news release to highlight their professional accomplishments and milestones. Examples of activities deserving of recognition include promotions, awards, decorations, changes in assignments, academic degrees, participation in deployments and major exercises. |
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The Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Educational Outreach Office offers a variety of FREE programs to educators, students and schools in the local community. Click on the rocket image above for more information. |
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Current Operations - PAO - Civic Outreach 
