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From Farming to the Firehouse: Recruitment Campaign Connects with Gen Z

November 3, 2026

IAFC's A Hustle Worth Having campaign connects with Gen Z at the National FFA Convention, inspiring young people to explore volunteer firefighting.

IAFC Calls for Presenters and Instructors Are Now Open

October 6, 2026

IAFC Calls for Presenters & Instructors Are Now Open

Help Strengthen the Volunteer Fire Service: IAFC Seeks Training Instructors

October 2, 2026

IAFC seeks experienced fire service instructors to deliver recruitment, retention, mentoring and leadership training for volunteer departments.

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Education

Symposium in the Sun 2026

November 12 - 15, 2026 | 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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National GIS Recruitment & Retention Toolkit – Open Session Series: 2nd Saturday (Monthly) 1PM Session

November 14, 2026 Online

Each session includes a live walkthrough, use-case examples, and open time for questions and discussion.

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National GIS Recruitment & Retention Toolkit – Open Session Series: Every Other Tuesday 1PM Session

November 17, 2026 Online

Each session includes a live walkthrough, use-case examples, and open time for questions and discussion.

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About VCOS

To develop and enhance effective, professional leaders of the volunteer and combination fire service by providing tools, resources and representation to lead their organizations effectively. Learn more