Volunteer Events

WEB

Bridging the Multigenerational Divide in Your Department
Self paced

Learn to recognize generational biases, identify how biases impact interpersonal communications, and ultimately be a good agent for change.
WEB

A Practical Approach to Diversity and Inclusion in the Volunteer Fire Service
Self paced

Learn how to build a diverse and inclusive department that accurately reflects your community
WEB

Barriers to Volunteering: How a Traditional Approach is Limiting Your Department
Self paced

Learn ways to recruit new members from untapped pockets of your community.
Aug 11

Surviving the Job Webinar Series: Lavender Ribbon Report Updates
August 11, 2020

Online

Join the VCOS and NVFC as we reveal the latest changes and updates to the Lavender Ribbon Report.
Oct 13

Surviving the Job Webinar Series: Cancer from a Survivor's Perspective
October 13, 2020

Online

Hear about the impact of cancer from the perspective of a survivor, and learn about the importance of prevention and early detection.
Oct 20

Fire-Rescue International
October 20 - 22, 2020

Online

FRI, the IAFC's annual conference and expo, provides senior-level leadership training for chiefs and officer development education for chief and company officers, new ways to connect with vendors and colleagues, and the latest solutions to today's toughest challenges.
WEB

Overcoming Cultural Barriers for a More Inclusive Volunteer Workforce
Self paced

Strategies for engaging, recruiting and retaining volunteers from diverse backgrounds and communities
Nov 12

VCOS Symposium in the Sun
November 12 - 15, 2020

Clearwater, FL

Each fall, the VCOS Symposium 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.
Dec 8

Surviving the Job Webinar Series: Topic to be Announced
December 8, 2020

Online

Join the VCOS and NVFC for this webinar series, where we will explore some of the most important information you need to know when it comes to firefighter cancer risk reduction.
WEB

Mentoring I: Re-energizing Your Department Culture through Positive Influence
Self paced

Information and resources for establishing or enhancing a mentoring program for improved retention.