Annual spring meeting of the NVFC board of directors, state fire service association leaders, government representatives, and other invited guests to discuss emerging issues, establish priorities, take care of Council business, and work on tasks supporting the volunteer fire, EMS, and rescue community.

Inflation and the high price of fuel are affecting us all, and volunteer fire and EMS departments are no exception. With many departments already operating on tight budgets and facing pandemic-related financial strain, solutions are urgently needed. Join David Lewis, NVFC director from Maryland; David Denniston, director of risk management at McNeil & Co.; and

This webinar will provide an overview of the unique challenges facing first responders in developing nations, opportunities available to volunteer to train these responders, and how training focused on utilizing locally available resources can help to improve the fire service both abroad and at home.

Volunteer emergency responders come from a variety of generations. Unfortunately, generational differences can lead to misunderstandings and affect volunteer recruitment and retention. Join Scott Wilbur, fire chief at the Bronson (MI) Fire Department; Jason Decremer, PhD, a member of the Connecticut West Incident Management Team in the Planning and Operations Section; Dr. Candice McDonald, director

Come visit the NVFC at booth #13073!

Arson Awareness Week is May 1-7, and this year’s theme focuses on arson in homeless communities. In response to the increasing challenges and firefighter risk presented by vacant structures fires

International Firefighters’ Day, observed annually on May 4, is a time to celebrate the fire and emergency services worldwide and recognize what binds us together. Despite our differences, we all

Routine exposure to traumatic events can have long-lasting consequences on the wellbeing of emergency responders. Building resiliency and support systems into the department culture can help to mitigate these impacts

Whether you’re struggling to find new members, keep the ones you have, or are eager to share success stories about recruitment and retention, this conversation is for you! Discover fresh

Over the last few decades, the world has adopted new methods of communication through the use of technology. Many industries have utilized social media to amplify their messaging and marketing,