R&R Coffee Talk – Mentoring
Join Dr. Candice McDonald and Chief Joel Cerny, along with guest Dave Lewis, for an interactive discussion on mentoring in the fire service. This 30-minute session will include audience Q&A.
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In-Person – Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services & Incident Safety Officer Training
Clinton Township Volunteer Fire Department 837 N. State Route 101, Tiffin, OH, United StatesLeadership for the Fire and Emergency Services: Quality leadership is essential for the fire and emergency services to accomplish the mission, improve member satisfaction, and best serve the community. This course examines leadership styles, qualities, ethics, and
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NVFC 2026 Membership Meeting
NVFC members are invited to the annual membership meeting, taking place via Zoom. This meeting is open to all state, individual, and corporate members of the NVFC. Attendees will hear
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Webinar – NIOSH Report Review: Recommendations for Improving Volunteer Firefighter Safety in Privately Owned Vehicles
On July 15, 2025, a volunteer firefighter died and another was injured as the result of a crash while responding in a privately owned vehicle. The incident was investigated by
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Roundtable Talk – Strengthening Volunteer Recruitment & Retention Through Effective Social Media
Social media is a powerful tool for connecting with your community and showcasing the value of volunteer service. This roundtable talk will explore strategies for using platforms like Facebook, Instagram,
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In-Person – Essentials of Volunteer Retention & Recruitment
Holthus Convention Center 3130 Holen Ave, York, NE, United StatesMany fire and EMS departments across the nation are struggling to find new volunteer members and retain their current members. This session discusses the challenges of recruiting volunteers, presents valuable
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In-Person – EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques
Rosalie Fire Dept 16191 Hwy 71, Pisgah, AL, United StatesAs the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles, share data and resources, and equip
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Webinar – Building Stronger Fire Service Teams: Leadership Lessons from Home and Abroad
Effective team dynamics and leadership are critical to firefighter safety and operational success. This webinar explores how research-based teamwork principles and real-world experience – both in the U.S. and internationally – can strengthen fire service performance. Kevin Quinn, NVFC past chair and Africa Fire Mission (AFM) instructor, and Jose Ngunjiri, AFM Fire Safety Officer based
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In-Person – Volunteer Fire Service Culture: Essential Strategies for Success
Wyoming County Fire Training Center 3651 Wethersfield Road, Warsaw, NY, United StatesVolunteer Fire Service Culture: Essential Strategies for Success: The NVFC published the textbook Volunteer Fire Service Culture – Essential Strategies for Success as a guide to fire service leaders who desire to change their department’s culture and attitude towards personal health and safety. This training delves into key points from the guide to reinforce the
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In-Person – Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services
Wyoming County Fire Training Center 3651 Wethersfield Road, Warsaw, NY, United StatesLeadership for the Fire and Emergency Services: Quality leadership is essential for the fire and emergency services to accomplish the mission, improve member satisfaction, and best serve the community. This course examines leadership styles, qualities, ethics, and best practices to help your department function at a high level and avoid fire and emergency services leadership
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