Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Key reasons diversity training misses the mark – and steps to make it worth the time
Creating a mindset to achieve diverse, equitable and inclusive hiring practices
Does your department foster a culture of inclusion?
The division chief details how Cobb County Fire retooled its hiring process to better define department excellence and representation
The Anne Arundel County fire chief underscores the importance of transparency and trust when stepping into a new leadership role
The Pittsburgh fire chief offers guidance for fixing the leadership troubles highlighted in the What Firefighters Want survey
The former Bedford firefighter alleges the harassment created a fear of “physical violence and/or sabotage”
Prioritizing DEI starts with mission alignment and leadership support
Recommended books for entertainment or professional development
This structured environment for presenting real-world scenarios fosters a space for critical thinking and healthy debate
Aldermen, residents criticized fire department leaders for not being at a meeting about race, discrimination and lawsuits in the department
Council petition seeks to cut the time spent in training in half, getting cadets into the academy faster
The HERo’s Girl’s Fire Camp in Solano County empowers young women to consider a career in fire, EMS
Make sure your department’s traditions, behaviors and practices aren’t putting a damper on member retention or recruitment
Syracuse Fire Chief Michael J. Monds looks back at being a firefighter and offers advice on leadership
How random sampling at the final stage of the hiring process impacted diversity among the ranks
Madison’s plan to recruit from “communities historically underrepresented” will not list applicants from economically disadvantaged backgrounds
The HERo Girls Fire Camp empowers young women through hands-on experiences
Allingtown Firefighter Samantha Trayer brings her experience as a therapist to a more hands-on job
The low number of female firefighters has led the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire to use a more standardized, widely used physical exam
It’s important to connect with your fellow firefighters, get involved in training, and avoid silos
FDNY
Officials say the 2023 class of probationary firefighters reflects increasing diversity in the department
Bobbie Scopa describes a humorous incident that took place while working a wildland fire
A new employee survey accuses St. Petersburg Fire Chief Jim Large of making sexist, racist and homophobic remarks
Dr. Candice McDonald shares her personal journey of overcoming adversity to inspire fire and EMS leaders at ImageTrend Connect
The U.S. Forest Service and four historically Black colleges and universities have partnered for recruitment among students of color
Detailing the factors that create division between upper and lower management – and how we can learn to balance diverse perspectives and competing priorities
The Rochester plan includes creating an EMS division and building a new station
