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Inspiring the Next Generation of First Responders

First Responders Foundation

The safety and well-being of our communities rely heavily on the dedication and courage of first responders—firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and paramedics—who are on the front lines during emergencies. Inspiring the Next Generation of First Responders Early Education and Engagement Inspiration often begins at a young age.

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3 highlights from the updated FirstNet Authority Emergency Management Guide

FirstNet Authority

3 highlights from the updated FirstNet Authority Emergency Management Guide Blog michelle.fordi… Thu, 01/18/2024 - 16:42 By Bruce Fitzgerald, Senior Public Safety Advisor, First Responder Network Authority To learn more about how FirstNet is helping public safety and the emergency management community to leverage innovative public safety communications, (..)

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Preparedness and partnership: How Virginia’s emergency management community came together to support a remote island

FirstNet Authority

Preparedness and partnership: How Virginia’s emergency management community came together to support a remote island Blog joseph.rey@fir… Tue, 07/16/2024 - 09:35 By Lori Stone, Senior Public Safety Advisor, First Responder Network Authority Learn more about how FirstNet is transforming public safety communications — contact your local FirstNet Authority (..)

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NVFC Launches Online Tool to Connect Responders with Mental Health Professionals

NVFC

NVFC members and their household family also have access to the First Responder Helpline in a crisis moment and for assistance with behavioral health issues and work-life stresses. Find additional resources and training to support first responders and help departments implement a behavioral health program at www.nvfc.org/help.

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Achieve Your Educational Goals With an NVFC Scholarship to Columbia Southern University

NVFC

Two NVFC members will each be awarded a scholarship for up to 60 credit hours Volunteer first responders lead busy lives, which can make it difficult to pursue personal goals such as higher education. Not be a previous CSU scholarship recipient. Scholarship recipients may pursue an associate, bachelor’s, or master’s degree.

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Serving the Whole Community: Including LGBTQ+ Populations in Your Department & Community Outreach

NVFC

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships have resources and information to help first responders with mitigation and recovery for all populations. In addition, the U.S.

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Fire Departments in KY, VT Awarded Turnouts and Helmets through MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway

NVFC

The 14 volunteer firefighters respond to structure and vehicle fires, vehicle accidents, carbon monoxide and fire alarm investigations, wildfires, hazmat incidents, search and rescue including low-angle hazardous terrain mountain rescue, and cold-water rescue. With 2023 revenues of $1.8 For more information, please visit www.MSAsafety.com.