Gold Valor Award

Awards consist of a medal, ribbon, and certificate. The Gold Valor Award recognizes the most outstanding voluntary acts of self-sacrifice and personal bravery by a cadet involving conspicuous risk of life above and beyond the call of duty. Forward recommendations for valor awards through the jrotc.jrs.support@au.af.edu mail box or douglas.davenport@us.af.mil (HQ-Ops Support) for review and processing within 6 months of the incident. Include a detailed description of the situation, newspaper clippings (if available), statements by victims and observers, and any other information deemed appropriate to validate eligibility. In addition, submit a proposed citation to accompany the award. HQ-Ops Support will forward the valor award to the Director, HQ AFJROTC for final approval. Upon approval, HQ-Ops Support will distribute the citation, medal, and ribbon for presentation. Ribbon for this award may be worn on the cadet’s ribbon rack and worn on regular uniform days. For each additional award earned an additional small silver star will be awarded. Medals will not be worn on regular uniform days or during any type of competition.