Episode 127: Overcome & Thrive as a Female in the Fire Service with Amy Hanifan | Interschutz 2022 Mini Series
Hear from THE voice of women in the fire service...
Hello Smart Firefighting Community!
Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
This is the fourth episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitions plus engaging forums covering the various aspects of firefighting, rescue services, civil protection and safety and security.
In this episode:
- How can females thrive in the fire service?
- What is recruitment and inclusion like in the fire service?
- How does Women in Fire provide access to education on things ranging from promotion to pregnancy?
Amy Hanifan is the Operations Chief with McMinnville Fire Department in McMinnville, Oregon and has been with the department since 2001. Having served in the fire service for over 20 years, she started as a volunteer and has held the ranks of firefighter/paramedic, field training officer, and company officer. She earned her B.S. in Fire Administration through Eastern Oregon University.
Amy is also the current president for Women in Fire and has been on the board since 2013. Women in Fire is an interactive non-profit network that provides education, support and advocacy for fire service women. Registration for the Women in Fire 2022 International Conference is now open, and is hosted in Orlando, Florida on September 21-24. Check out the event website for information on the classes, instructors, and networking events.
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