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SUMMARY:Webinar: Breaking Bad - Overcoming Bad Habits and Generational Gaps in Recruitment and Retention
DESCRIPTION:Recruitment and retention are two of the most pressing challenges facing many volunteer fire and EMS departments. This webinar\, presented by Colby Cagle\, will identify bad habits developed in today’s volunteer fire service that can impact recruitment and retention\, debunk some common generational myths\, and share takeaways and pro tips that you can apply in your local department. It will also explore resources to help improve local volunteer recruitment and retention. \n\nThis webinar is sponsored by ESO.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-on-recruitment-and-retention/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230621T180127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T150656Z
UID:16819-1689861600-1689865200@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk: Roadway Survival — What Your Department Can Do to Keep Everyone Safe
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, first responders and their family members are impacted by the aftermath of difficult calls. Departments spend time and effort to ensure that members return home safely after working to protect the public from imminent danger. A very important variable in keeping everyone safe is roadway safety. Taking the necessary steps during every call to ensure that the risks and hazards are reduced requires diligence and training on a regular basis. Join the NVFC and a panel of subject matter experts during this Roundtable Talk to learn more about how proper traffic incident management training at your department can help save the lives of emergency personnel and the public. Join on Facebook or register on Zoom.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-on-traffic-incident-management/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230703T185326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T134808Z
UID:16880-1689170400-1689174000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Fire Service Legislation - Congressional and Regulatory Updates
DESCRIPTION:We are now over halfway through the first session of the 118th Congress and there has been significant movement on some of the NVFC’s legislative priorities\, including reauthorization and funding for the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG)\, Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grants (SAFER)\, and U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). The NVFC has also voiced support for a number of other policy initiatives that would address critical issues facing the fire service\, such as the expansion of the Public Safety Officers’ Benefits Program to cover cancer and improve firefighter mental and physical wellbeing. This webinar\, presented by NVFC chief of legislative and regulatory affairs Ryan Woodward\, will provide an update on fire service legislation and what you as an NVFC member can do to help continue the progress that has been made.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-fire-service-legislation-congressional-and-regulatory-updates/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230622T194436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T194436Z
UID:16823-1687543200-1687546800@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:R&R Coffee Talk With the Doc
DESCRIPTION:Coming to you live from the NVFC Training Summit\, join Dr. Candice McDonald\, Chief Joel Cerny\, and Chief Doug Cline as they brew up ideas for onboarding. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/rr-coffee-talk-with-the-doc-3/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230625
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20220930T202857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T164912Z
UID:15448-1687478400-1687651199@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:NVFC Training Summit
DESCRIPTION:This event will provide an opportunity to participate in valuable classroom training and share ideas and best practices with emergency responders from across the U.S. Attendees will have their choice of breakout sessions to attend\, with sessions addressing key topics in first responder health\, safety\, recruitment\, and retention. The event will also feature keynote speakers\, general sessions\, networking events\, and a vendor expo.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/nvfc-training-summit-7/
LOCATION:Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel\, 1 North Broadway Avenue\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73102\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230625
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230327T201126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T201126Z
UID:16380-1687046400-1687651199@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Safety Stand Down
DESCRIPTION:Fire departments should take this week to focus on health and safety training and education. This year’s theme is “Lithium-Ion Batteries: Are You Ready?”
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/safety-stand-down-5/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230624
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230203T164438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T181005Z
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SUMMARY:MSFA Convention & Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:The NVFC’s GA Director\, David Bullard\, will present “Creating a Psychologically Healthy Fire Department” on June 20 at 1pm ET.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/msfa-convention-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Roland E. Powell Convention Center\, 4001 Coastal Highway\, Ocean City\, MD\, 21842\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230516T130400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T130751Z
UID:16621-1686837600-1686841200@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Volunteer Fire/EMS Recruitment & Retention: Lessons from Top Gun
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes lessons can come from surprising sources. Take the movie Top Gun. If we look closely with a recruitment and retention lens\, there is much we can glean about building a strong team culture\, providing effective communication\, the importance of mentorship and recognition\, and creating a strong sense of purpose and mission. These are all key elements for a successful recruitment and retention strategy. This webinar\, presented by Walter Campbell\, will explore the key strategies and lessons from Top Gun that can be used to enhance your fire or EMS department’s recruitment\, retention\, engagement\, teambuilding\, and communication. Register. \n \n\nThis webinar is sponsored by First Arriving.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-volunteer-fire-ems-recruitment-retention-lessons-from-top-gun/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230617
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230203T164015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T164015Z
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SUMMARY:Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association Convention
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URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/indiana-volunteer-firefighters-association-convention/
LOCATION:Courtyard Muncie at Horizon Convention Center\, 601 South High Street\, Muncie\, IN\, 47305\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association":MAILTO:info@ivfa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230615
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230203T163537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T181214Z
UID:16105-1686268800-1686787199@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:SFFMA 147th Annual Training Conference and Convention
DESCRIPTION:The NVFC’s WV Director\, Tom Miller\, will present “Electric Vehicles” on June 12 at 1:15pm and “Teaching Hazmat on a Budget” on June 13 at 1:15pm.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/sffma-147th-annual-training-conference-and-convention/
LOCATION:McAllen Convention Center\, 700 Convention Center Blvd\, McAllen\, TX\, 78501\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="State Firefighters%E2%80%99 and Fire Marshals%E2%80%99 Association":MAILTO:info@sffma.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230612
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20220815T140401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T212435Z
UID:15268-1686182400-1686527999@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:International Hazardous Materials Response Teams Conference
DESCRIPTION:Visit the NVFC at booth #617.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/international-hazardous-materials-response-teams-conference-4/
LOCATION:Hilton Baltimore\, 401 W Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230605T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230525T173616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T173616Z
UID:16663-1685973600-1685977200@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Safety Stand Down Roundtable Talk: Lithium-Ion Batteries – Are You Ready?
DESCRIPTION:Lithium-ion batteries are widely used in products and equipment ranging from laptops and smartphones to electric vehicles and energy storage systems. As their usage grows\, firefighters need to be prepared for the unique hazards and risks that are present when they are called upon to respond to an incident involving lithium-ion batteries. This year’s Safety Stand Down focuses on these challenges with the theme “Lithium-Ion Batteries: Are You Ready?” Join a panel of subject matter experts as they discuss the importance of this year’s theme; the daily focus areas of hazard recognition\, operations\, safety\, post-incident considerations\, and public education; and how your department can participate in Safety Stand Down. \nThis Roundtable Talk is moderated by Darin Wallentine and includes David Bullard of the National Volunteer Fire Council; Michael O’Brian of the International Association of Fire Chiefs; Sean DeCrane of the International Association of Fire Fighters; Brian O’Connor of the National Fire Protection Association; and Jim Barnhart of the Fire Department Safety Officers Association. \nWatch live on Facebook or register to attend on Zoom.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/safety-stand-down-roundtable-talk-lithium-ion-batteries-are-you-ready/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230118T193758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T125259Z
UID:15999-1685628000-1685631600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Lithium-Ion Batteries & Energy Storage Systems Series\, Part 2 -- A Deep Dive into What Your Fire Department Needs to Know
DESCRIPTION:The use of modern energy storage system (ESS) technology\, including lithium-ion batteries\, has exponentially increased over the last decade and is now in almost every facet of our daily lives. In part 2 of this webinar series\, presenters Tom Miller and David Bullard will walk you through the different types of ESS located in your area as well as plans for future development. Additionally\, you will learn what resources and structured plans your fire department needs to be properly prepared for a response situation involving ESS technology. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-lithium-ion-batteries-part-2/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230501T180129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T181512Z
UID:16544-1684850400-1684854000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk: Mental Health and Its Impacts on the Fire Service
DESCRIPTION:Observed each May\, National Mental Health Awareness Month is designed to shed light on the psychological challenges faced by many people around the country. Mental health awareness has become an ongoing global effort and extends to the lives of firefighters and their families as well. It’s rare that a difficult call leaves a first responder feeling emotionally unscathed. Join the NVFC and a panel of subject matter experts for an in-depth conversation about mental health\, suicide prevention\, and how to support wellbeing at your department. \nWatch the event live on the NVFC’s Facebook page or register to attend on Zoom.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-mental-health-and-its-impacts-on-the-fire-service/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230524
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20220427T193758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T162505Z
UID:14818-1684713600-1684886399@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner & Symposium
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URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/national-fire-and-emergency-services-dinner-symposium-2/
LOCATION:Washington Hilton\, DC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230512T171659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T195909Z
UID:16590-1684670400-1684672200@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:R&R Coffee Talk with the Doc
DESCRIPTION:Join NVFC deputy CEO Dr. Candice McDonald\, Recruitment & Retention Committee chair Joel Cerny\, and a special guest for an interactive 30-minute conversation on family engagement taking place Saturday\, May 21\, at 12pm ET. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/rr-coffee-talk-with-the-doc-2/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230522
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20211119T200608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T183025Z
UID:14125-1684454400-1684713599@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:NVFC Spring Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Annual spring meeting of the NVFC board of directors.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/nvfc-spring-board-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Renaissance Arlington Capital View\, 2800 South Potomac Ave.\, Arlington\, VA\, 22202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230125T144055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T172624Z
UID:16057-1684418400-1684422000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Making Positive Change — The Opioid Epidemic and First Responder Behavioral Health
DESCRIPTION:Huntington\, WV\, was at the forefront of the opioid epidemic that has swept across the country. As a result of this lingering epidemic\, the job of first responders has changed drastically\, placing more stress than ever on those that serve our communities. This presentation by Huntington Fire Chief Jan Rader will provide an overview of the opioid crisis in Huntington and the programs that have been put in place to assist first responders that serve on the frontlines of this epidemic. Register. \n \n  \nThis webinar is sponsored by PH&S Products.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-making-positive-change-the-opioid-epidemic-and-first-responder-behavioral-health/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230522
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230203T162243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T162243Z
UID:16100-1684368000-1684713599@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:WSFFA 100th Annual Conference & Fire School
DESCRIPTION:The NVFC will be presenting a new training on electric vehicles/batteries. The training will be available in the NVFC Virtual Classroom in later 2023.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/wsffa-100th-annual-conference-fire-school/
LOCATION:Wenatchee Convention Center\, 121 N Wenatchee Ave\, Wenatchee\, WA\, 98801\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington State Fire Fighters' Association":MAILTO:secretary@wsffa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230508T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230508T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230412T181851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T181935Z
UID:16435-1683554400-1683558000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Understanding and Mitigating Firesetting Youth Issues – A Guide to Success
DESCRIPTION:Youth firesetting is an ongoing problem throughout the United States and around the world. Fire misuse behaviors in children may be attributed to curiosity or experimentation. Children observe adults using matches/lighters but may not be taught about important fire safety practices. They may also observe unsafe uses of fire in media\, videos\, and gaming. The fire misuse may be motivated by other things in a child’s life\, such as underlying struggles with impulse control\, emotional regulation\, social/interpersonal skills\, childhood trauma\, or other behavioral/mental health conditions. This webinar\, presented by Karla S. Klas\, will share current best practices and tips to prevent and mitigate firesetting youth in communities across the country. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/understanding-and-mitigating-firesetting-youth-issues-a-guide-to-success/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230511
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230501T203249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T203414Z
UID:16545-1683504000-1683763199@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Move Over/Distracted Driving Conference
DESCRIPTION:NVFC representatives will be among the conference speakers. It will be a hybrid event.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/move-over-distracted-driving-conference/
LOCATION:Maritime Conference Center\, 692 Maritime Blvd.\, Linthicum Heights\, MD\, 21090\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230508
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230203T161143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T161143Z
UID:16097-1683331200-1683503999@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/national-fallen-firefighters-memorial-weekend/
LOCATION:National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Park\, 16825 S Seton Ave\, Emmitsburg\, MD\, 21727\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230505
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230501T164540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T164540Z
UID:16531-1683158400-1683244799@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:International Firefighters Day
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URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/international-firefighters-day/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230424T142350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T142442Z
UID:16484-1682767800-1682769600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:R&R Coffee Talk with the Doc
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Candice “Retention” McDonald and special guest Tiger “Recruitment” Schmittendorf for a live 30-minute discussion via Zoom to connect with others and brainstorm on issues facing today’s volunteer fire service. Join the event on April 29 at 11:30am ET here: bit.ly/NVFCZoom
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/rr-coffee-talk-with-the-doc/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230430
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20220930T212038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T155415Z
UID:15451-1682294400-1682812799@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:FDIC
DESCRIPTION:Come visit the NVFC at booth #13016! Also\, attend Successful Strategies for Recruiting\, Training\, and Utilizing Volunteers on April 25\, 8am-12pm\, presented by the NVFC’s deputy CEO Dr. Candice McDonald.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/fdic-5/
LOCATION:Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium\, 100 South Capitol Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46225\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230118T193631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T153148Z
UID:15998-1681999200-1682002800@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Roadway Safety – Beyond the Basic Traffic Incident Management Class
DESCRIPTION:Many of us have taken the basic four-hour National Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Training Course\, but now what? Since 2019\, 33 fire and EMS providers have been struck and killed in the United States along with another 173 law enforcement\, tow truck operators\, and DOT workers. This webinar presented by Todd Leiss will look at next steps for you and your agency including developing an SOP/SOG for roadway safety\, additional training\, implementing an ongoing training plan\, and preparing our personnel\, apparatus\, and equipment for a safer roadway response. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-traffic-incident-management/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230405T181626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T174640Z
UID:16431-1681833600-1681837200@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk: How to Recruit and Retain Volunteers Despite Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Many volunteer fire and EMS departments struggle to maintain sufficient staffing. Major factors contributing to recruitment challenges include increased time demands\, more rigorous training requirements\, and the proliferation of two-income families whose members do not have time to volunteer. So\, how can departments attract volunteers and encourage them to stick around\, despite these challenges? This Roundtable Talk\, taking place during National Volunteer Week\, will feature a panel of subject matter experts to discuss recruitment and retention strategies that will make volunteering with your fire or EMS department an attractive option. Learn why and how to implement both tangible and non-wage benefits\, the value of live-in programs\, and how to foster a positive department culture people want to be a part of. \nWatch the event live on the NVFC’s Facebook page or register to attend on Zoom.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-how-to-recruit-and-retain-volunteers-despite-challenges/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230316T193925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T193925Z
UID:16326-1681394400-1681398000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Fire Service Legislation -- Your Role in Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:This Congress\, the NVFC will be supporting funding for Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG)\, Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grants (SAFER)\, the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA)\, Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants (VFA)\, National Firefighter [Cancer] Registry (NFR)\, and Rural EMS Training (SIREN) Grants. The NVFC will also be advocating for the passage of legislation to reauthorize SAFER\, AFG\, and USFA\, fund the renovation and construction of fire stations\, improve mental health care for first responders\, and expand the eligibility of federal housing benefits to volunteer first responders. \nIf enacted\, each of these policy and funding priorities will greatly assist the volunteer fire service in keeping Americans safe. You\, as an NVFC member and volunteer responder\, have a valuable role to play in encouraging Congress to act on these initiatives. This webinar presented by Ryan Woodward\, NVFC chief of legislative & regulatory affairs\, will provide a primer on the current political climate in Washington\, the NVFC’s policy priorities\, and what you can do to encourage your Senator and Member of Congress to support these priorities. \nRegister.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-fire-service-legislation-your-role-in-advocacy/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T181500
DTSTAMP:20260428T063638
CREATED:20230306T183505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T183505Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Voices Live: Improving Your Department -- How to Obtain (And Use!) Effective Feedback from Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:An important aspect of recruitment and retention is asking volunteers how they feel about their experiences and using their feedback to make improvements in the department. But how do you narrow down the right questions\, how do you ask them\, and perhaps most importantly\, what do you do with the answers you get? And if you’re not in a leadership position\, how can you make sure that your department is listening to your concerns? \nThis conversation is for all volunteers\, whether you serve in a leadership position\, as a firefighter or EMS/rescue personnel\, or as an administrator. Let’s talk about ways you’ve communicated about what is and isn’t working in your department. How have you shared your thoughts in the past? What methods have you used to gauge volunteers’ experiences? Did you obtain helpful feedback? How did you use the feedback you got to make changes in your department? What about volunteers’ family members…have you asked for their opinions? \nThis discussion will not be recorded. Discussion notes will be shared in Volunteer Voices after the session. \nModerators:\nTiger Schmittendorf\, First Arriving\nDave Denniston\, ESIP \nStaff:\nRachel Buczynski\nMaggie Mojab\nLaura Towers \nRegister here.\nSee conversation at https://volunteervoices.nvfc.org/discussion/internal-volunteer-firefighter-survey
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/volunteer-voices-live-improving-your-department-how-to-obtain-and-use-effective-feedback-from-volunteers/
LOCATION:NY
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Mentoring Volunteer Firefighters and Leaders - Why You Should Care
DESCRIPTION:Recruiting and retaining volunteers in your department is an important and exciting part of your job as a leader. Understanding why volunteers decide to stay at your department requires individualized relationships and conversations with each person. Mentorship offers a significant return on investment for both the department and the volunteer\, and it asks leaders to consider the needs of others on a deeper level. This webinar\, presented by NVFC Director (MA) Joe Maruca\, will focus on how department leaders can utilize mentorship as a volunteer firefighter recruitment and retention tool. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/mentoring-volunteer-firefighters-and-leaders/
LOCATION:NY
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