Under the new guidelines, Sikhs and Muslims can seek a religious accommodation to serve with their articles of faith and expect to be approved, except under extremely limited circumstances.
The US Air Force has updated its dress code policy to outline a clear approval process for Sikhs and Muslims who want to serve while wearing their articles of faith.
Previously, Sikhs and Muslims serving in the Air Force individually requested religious accommodations that were granted on a case-by-case basis, but the approval process could be lengthy.Advocacy organizations say more needs to be doneSikh and Muslim advocacy organizations said the move was a significant step toward inclusion, though some said that the military needs to go further.
"Sikhs have served honorably and capably in the U.S. Armed Forces and other militaries around the world, and while we are eager for a blanket proclamation that all observant Sikh Americans can serve in every branch of the military without seeking accommodations, this policy clarification is a great step forward towards ensuring equality of opportunity and religious freedom in the Air Force," Giselle Klapper, a staff attorney for the Sikh Coalition, said in a statement.
Airmen have received accommodations beforeA handful of Sikhs and Muslims have received accommodations to serve in the Air Force while wearing their articles of faith.
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