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IAFC Reminds All Road Users: “SAFETY STARTS WITH YOU – SLOW DOWN AND MOVE OVER!” this Crash Responder Safety Week (CRSW), and Every Week

November 17, 2025

November 17-21, 2025 - Crash Responder Safety Week

9/11 Reflections: A Legacy of Service and Sacrifice

September 11, 2025

Quotes and reflections, shared by first responders, preserve the personal truths of that day, ensuring we never forget the sacrifices made and the lessons learned.

IAFC Announces First Cohort for 2025 Fire Camp Scholarship

August 28, 2025

IAFC is proud to announce the first cohort consisting of 12 departments will receive the newly relaunched Fire Camp Scholarship grant

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Education

Building Collaborative Teams - Woodstock

January 17, 2026 | 121 W Court St Woodstock, VA

An interactive workshop designed to strengthen communication, improve teamwork, and enhance department culture through hands-on activities and practical tools.

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Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Certification - Woodstock

January 18, 2026 | 121 W Court St Woodstock, VA

A certification course covering recruitment planning, member onboarding, retention strategies, and community outreach to help departments build sustainable membership pipelines.

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Retention and Recruitment Award

January 20, 2026 Online

Fire Chief Blaine Leis will discuss the program contents used by his department that transformed the Gladwyne Volunteer Fire Company with a new culture and success in retaining existing members and recruiting new members who stay active in the department.

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