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The IAFC represents the leadership of firefighters and emergency responders worldwide. IAFC members are the world's leading experts in firefighting, emergency medical services, terrorism response, hazardous materials spills, natural disasters, search and rescue, and public safety legislation. Since 1873, the IAFC has provided a forum for its members to exchange ideas, develop professionally and uncover the latest products and services available to first responders.

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Symposium in the Sun
Symposium in the Sun 2025
November 13 - 16, 2025 | Clearwater, FL
The Symposium in the Sun addresses the unique needs of volunteer and combination departments including transitioning from a volunteer to a combination department, recruitment and retention, leadership and management, staffing and more.
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Emergency Services Consulting International (ESCI)

IAFC's consulting arm provides planning, deployment and management services.

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ESCI provides solutions for entry-level as well as promotional testing for all ranks in public safety.

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ESCI provides chief and other executive officer recruitment and placement services.

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“Resources on the IAFC website and KnowledgeNet helped me create a valuable social media policy for my department. Thank you IAFC!”

IAFC member Chief Brad Smith 

Chief Brad Smith

What's your wicked problem?


The IAFC is here to help you solve it. Whether it's an SOP on responding to a crude oil rail derailment, insight from a mentor or peer, executive education to propel you to the next level in your career, online training for your officers or something else, the IAFC has a resource to help.

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