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Are You Using Your Equity Goggles?

January 4, 2019

At a public-education event, a young Asian boy said to me, “Wow, I didn’t know you could be a firefighter; could I be a firefighter too?” I'll never forget his words; this was the first time he had seen a firefighter who looked like him. read more
Opposing Degree Requirements for Paramedic Certification

January 3, 2019

There's no evidence that requiring college degrees will help advance the EMS industry, yet this same requirement could create significant obstacles to caring for patients. read more
IAFC 2019 Budget: Growing To Serve You Better

December 20, 2018

These are exciting times at the IAFC. From our conferences and influence on Capitol Hill to our programs, education and training opportunities and more, the IAFC is positioned to achieve the goals affirmed this year in the IAFC Strategic Direction. read more