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Our members are among the world’s foremost experts in firefighting, emergency medical services, terrorism response, hazardous materials incidents, natural disasters, search and rescue, and public safety policy. Together, they shape the future of the fire and emergency services while helping communities become safer, stronger, and more resilient.

Since our founding in 1873, the IAFC has brought fire and emergency service leaders together to share knowledge, build professional connections, develop leadership skills, and discover the latest technologies, products, and services that support today’s first responders.

Vision

Provide leadership, education, advocacy, services, and representation that strengthen fire and emergency service leaders worldwide.

Mission

Igniting Global Leaders for a Safer Tomorrow.

Contact Us

International Association
of Fire Chiefs

8251 Greensboro Drive, Suite 650
McLean, VA 22102

Phone: 703-273-0911

Media/Press Inquiries
media@iafc.org

Leadership

Learn about the IAFC Board of Directors and executive leadership guiding the association’s mission, strategic priorities, and service to the fire and EMS community.

Staff

Meet the IAFC team dedicated to supporting fire and EMS leaders through advocacy, education, member services, and day-to-day operations.

Advocacy

The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) advocates on behalf of fire and EMS leaders to shape federal policies, secure critical funding, and strengthen the nation’s emergency response capabilities. From the White House to Capitol Hill, we work to ensure the voices of fire and EMS chiefs are heard by the decision-makers shaping public safety.

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Proposing federal legislation

Providing testimonies during Congressional and agency hearings

Meeting with federal decision makers

IAFC Awards

IAFC Awards recognize the exceptional individuals, departments, and organizations advancing the fire and emergency service profession. Presented across a wide range of disciplines—including leadership, valor, EMS, safety, hazardous materials, fire prevention, and volunteer service—these awards celebrate excellence, innovation, and lifelong contributions that strengthen the fire and EMS community.

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IAFC Ben Franklin
Award for Valor

Annual award to honor a firefighter whose expert training, professional service, and dedication to duty resulted in saving a human life.

Fire Chief of the Year

This annual award recognizes one career and one volunteer fire chief for exceptional leadership, innovation, integrity, public service, and contributions to the fire service.

President’s Awards
of Recognition

The IAFC President honors individuals from the fire and EMS service who significantly contributed to efforts during the president’s term.

Advertising & Sponsorship

Partner with the IAFC to reach the leaders and decision-makers shaping the future of the fire and emergency services. For more than 150 years, the IAFC has been the trusted voice of the profession, connecting career, volunteer, combination, fire-rescue, and EMS leaders through industry-leading conferences, education, digital media, publications, and year-round programs.

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