Our Programs
Our Programs
Our main purpose is to support Public Affairs by helping identify new candidates for the program, help new members transition into their roles and provide a transition for them to embrace in order to maintain their connection with DMAFB.
Tucson Young Professionals All-Access Pass
The Desert Thunder Squadron (DTS) and friends, are joining forces to provide an all-access pass to Tucson Young Professionals (TYP) as a community benefit for DMAFB airmen!
It can be difficult as airmen, and take a lot of time, to fully experience and connect in a new community.
TYP curates experiences to explore Greater Tucson and meet other professionals working and living here. For airmen who want to grow in their career on base, or prepare relationships and skills to advance their career goals in civilian life, TYP provides professional development resources, mentorship and connections to Tucson’s sectors and industries. TYP can help airmen make an impact locally, and discover how Tucson can be their home long-term.
Mentorship
DTS has curated a short-term mentorship program that connects Honorary Commanders with airmen on base. This mentorship program focuses on supporting both younger, new airmen, and also airmen who are preparing to transition into civilian life. This mentorship program will focus on helping airmen understand themselves and their core strengths and skills, provide tools for sustained professional growth, and guidance from deeply connected Tucsonans about how to have an impact in our community.
Southern Arizona Attractions Alliance (SAAA)
Desert Thunder Squadron is an Honorary Member of the SAAA. The SAAA produces a ”Book of Fun” passport that people can purchase to get discounted admissions to the Southern Arizona features such as the Desert Museum, National Parks, Old Tucson, Colossal Caves, etc. These have been given to the Airman and Family Readiness Center for distribution to newly arriving airmen and their families. The books have been very popular with them and help them become familiar with the local Tucson area and oriented into the community.
Get Involved
Interested in knowing more about our programs? We’re here to answer any
questions you may have! Executive Director (TYP) at contactus@tucsonyoungprofessionals.com.
