FIRE 20/20 News and Resources
FIRE 20/20's monthly eNewsletter delivers inspiring articles, thought-provoking interviews and useful tools for Fire/EMS personnel, and those considering a career in the fire service. Topics are oriented around diversity recruitment and retention.
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Recent News
Be an Ally for the LGBT Community
05-17-13 --
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
10am - 11:30am PDT
Cost: FREE
Many LGBT firefighters don’t feel safe coming-out at work. Folks, this is America! This is 2013! Everyone has a right to be their authentic selves; to share stories about their vacation, just like everyone else. To create a LGBT-safe department, non-LGBT people must stand-up for our brothers and sisters. We must be their allies! Learn about the issues, some challenges and some solutions.
Posted by: Fire 20/20 Categories: Webinar
One of These Things Is Not Like the Other
05-12-13 -- By Kami Higa May is Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This is a month dedicated to celebrating people like ‘me’ – I am of Asian descent and I was born and raised in Hawaii. But my culture and … Read More >
Posted by: Fire 20/20 Tags: Asian, community outreach, culture, Diversity, ethnicity, multicultural communities Categories: Article, FIRE 20/20
The importance of Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month
05-12-13 -- Effectively Recruiting in Asian Communities I often hear fire departments talk about their difficulty recruiting Asian firefighters. Five years ago I spoke at the Metro Chiefs Conference and had the opportunity to ‘break bread’ with the fire chief … Read More >
Posted by: Fire 20/20 Tags: Asian Community, Diversity, Enewsletter, Recruiting Categories: Article, FIRE 20/20, Newsletter
Fire Chief Bashoor Provides Fire Safety from the Pulpit
05-01-13 -- This is a terrific example of engaging the community through faith-based outreach by Fire Chief Marc Bashoor of Prince George’s County Fire and EMS Department. Connecting with the people you serve through community organizations like churches, associations and … Read More >
Posted by: Fire 20/20 Categories: Uncategorized
Dual Enrollment Programs: Educating the Next Generation
04-18-13 --
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
10am - 11:30am PDT
Cost: FREE
Having problems recruiting the next generation? Budget restraints? Learn how to leverage current best-practices, alternative funding streams, and existing professional networks to build a robust, rewarding, and inclusive program in your local community or educational system.
Posted by: Fire 20/20 Tags: Dual Enrollment, free, Recruiting and Diversity, RRD, Webinars Categories: Webinar
