🎉 Huge congratulations to Russell Myers Ross on receiving the 2024 Firebreak Award! 🏆 Russell's incredible leadership as the Program Lead of Yunesit'in Qwen (fire) Stewardship has made a lasting impact on his community. His dedication to revitalizing Indigenous fire stewardship practices is truly inspiring. Thank you for your outstanding work, Russell! 👏 Learn more about Russell https://lnkd.in/dbZPS4yu #FirebreakAward #IndigenousLeadership
International Association of Wildland Fire
Non-profit Organization Management
Missoula, Montana 5,560 followers
Uniting the Global Wildland Fire Community
About us
The International Association of Wildland Fire (IAWF) is uniquely positioned as an independent organization whose membership includes experts in all aspects of Wildland fire management. IAWF independence and breadth of global membership expertise allows it to offer a neutral forum for the consideration of important, at times controversial, Wildland fire issues. Our unique membership and organization allow the IAWF to creatively apply a full range of Wildland fire knowledge to perform its stated mission. IAWF is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) professional association representing members of the global wildland fire community. IAWF Mission Statement The International Association of Wildland Fire (IAWF) mission is to facilitate communication and provide leadership for the Wildland fire community. The IAWF was formed to promote a better understanding of wildland fire, and built on the belief that an understanding of this dynamic natural force is vital for natural resource management, for firefighter safety, and for harmonious interaction between people and their environment. The Association is dedicated to communicating with the entire wildland fire community and providing global linkage for people with shared interest in wildland fire and comprehensive fire management.
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http://www.iawfonline.org
External link for International Association of Wildland Fire
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Missoula, Montana
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1990
- Specialties
- Firefighter and Public Safety, Human Dimensions, and Fire Behavior and Fuels Management
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1235 North Ave W
Missoula, Montana 59801, US
Employees at International Association of Wildland Fire
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David Bruce
Natural Hazards Research Australia
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Ron Steffens
Teaching & Training, Wildfire Management, Writer-Editor
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Joaquin Ramirez Cisneros
President and CTO @ Technosylva. BOD @ International Association of Wildland Fire | Wildfire Risk and Management Technology
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Vivien Thomson AFSM FARLF
Board Member @ International Association of Wildland Fire | Australian Fire Service Medal
Updates
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🎉 Congratulations to Natasha Broznitsky for receiving the 2024 Early Career Award in Fire Operations! 🏆 Natasha has shown exceptional leadership in wildfire operations and has been instrumental in integrating research findings into fire management agencies. Her commitment to enhancing firefighter safety and well-being is truly inspiring. Well-deserved recognition for her outstanding contributions! Learn more about Natasha https://lnkd.in/gTcUcqsS #WildfireResearch #FirefighterSafety #IAWF
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🎉 Congratulations to Oscar Jared Diaz Carrillo for being awarded the 2024 Early Career Award in Fire Operations! 🌲🔥 His dedication to conservation and his efforts in protecting forest cover have had a significant impact on the environment. His work has resulted in the conservation of approximately 470 hectares of forest and the establishment of over 36,000 trees through reforestation efforts. Keep up the amazing work, Oscar! 👏 Read more about Oscar https://lnkd.in/gqyrx66r #Conservation #FireOperations #EnvironmentalProtection
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The IAWF is pleased to announce that José Manuel Fernández Guisuraga has been honored with the 2024 Early Career Award in Fire Science! Dr. Fernández Guisuraga is an incredible Postdoctoral researcher at CITAB, where he consistently demonstrates unparalleled dedication and proficiency in fire science research. His innovative work in fire severity assessment is paving the way for breakthroughs in the field. Congratulations, José Manuel - well deserved! 🔥🏆 Read more about José https://lnkd.in/gPTUpQPH #FireScience #IAWF
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Congratulations to Dr. Erin Belval from the Forest Service Rocky Mountain Research Station for being awarded the IAWF 2024 Early Career Award in Fire Science! Her commitment to rigorous science in firefighting personal usage and safety is truly inspiring. Keep up the fantastic work, Dr. Belval! 🔥🏆 Read more about Erin https://lnkd.in/gsHHh9vh #FireScience #Research #IAWF
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The webinar on wildfire risk and mitigation strategies has been uploaded! Listen to experts from the Pau Costa Foundation and learn how to protect your community from wildfires. English subtitles have been added as well. https://lnkd.in/gUm3nWFS
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The EGIF program in Chile fosters international cooperation among wildland firefighters, enhancing response effectiveness through knowledge exchange and coordinated training. https://lnkd.in/gSfA74Kn
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Kalimantan's transition to wildfire-prone peatlands demands global action. Historic land use and cultural shifts have exacerbated fire risks. International support is crucial for protecting peat reserves and mitigating carbon emissions. https://lnkd.in/gh6D6TYr
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We are happy to announce that the 2024 Wildland Fire Safety Award recipient is Mr. Ben Strahan, Superintendent of the Eldorado Hotshots. Ben’s nominator for the safety award had this to say about him: "Being a good firefighter and a good leader are requirements of the job. But here is the thing about Ben that sets him apart: On the one hand he has been relentlessly dedicated to self-betterment, physical performance, and mental health, and on the other hand he has gone above and beyond to understand, embody, and lobby for a safer working environment for all wildland firefighters." Read more about Ben on our website https://lnkd.in/gj-gyXiA
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