Citizen Corps

Florida Malware Regulation Compliance Consulting Service Updated by 2Secure Corp

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Friday, August 5, 2022
MAS, Prevalence, Solution, Corp, Interest, Florida House, Virus, Citizen Corps, Risk management

As Florida adds more regulations to combat cyber threats, cybersecurity firm 2Secure Corp (646-560-5083) launches updates to its malware and vulnerability testing services for local businesses

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  • More details can be found at: https://www.2secure.biz
    The updated services from 2Secure Corp have been designed to help local businesses comply with additional regulatory requirements - particularly relating to data protection - enacted in response to the increasingly frequent and complex cyberattacks.
  • Florida House Bill 7055 is the latest in a series of cybersecurity measures taken in recent years.
  • In response to the evolving legal and regulatory environment, 2Secure Corp's updated solutions aim to protect private businesses from malware before it occurs.
  • As such, 2Secure Corp now offers MAS solutions as part of the wider vulnerability assessment services that can be conducted.

Emergency Reporting to Host ADAPT 2020 Virtual Fire and Emergency Services Summit, Including 50 Live Sessions and 20 Industry Expert Speakers

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Thursday, September 24, 2020
Occupational safety and health, Citizen Corps, Firefighting in the United States, Emergency medical services in the United States

Emergency Reporting customers who want to gain in-depth system training will have the option to attend 18 live training sessions, including 9 module specific sessions and 9 live breakout sessions that provide real-time interaction and customized training.

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  • Emergency Reporting customers who want to gain in-depth system training will have the option to attend 18 live training sessions, including 9 module specific sessions and 9 live breakout sessions that provide real-time interaction and customized training.
  • All Emergency Reporting trainers have extensive backgrounds in the Fire or EMS service, and are extremely familiar with using the software in the field.
  • "Customers will receive tremendous value from the included 18 hours of Emergency Reporting training while learning from thought leaders about critical issues facing the fire service.
  • Microsoft helps Emergency Reporting deliver solutions that enable first responders to focus more on helping the communities they serve and less on records management and reporting.

Firefighters & EMS Fund Releases Statement on Importance of Grassroots Movements, Especially During Election Years

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, May 28, 2020
Firefighter, Emergency medical services in the United States, Citizen Corps, Firefighting in the United States, Security, National Volunteer Fire Council, Prevention

ARLINGTON, Va., May 28, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Firefighters & EMS Fund, a political organization focused on providing a grassroots voice for firefighters across the country in the state and local political process, released an Op-Ed on the importance of issue advocacy for first responders like firefighters & EMS personnel.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., May 28, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Firefighters & EMS Fund, a political organization focused on providing a grassroots voice for firefighters across the country in the state and local political process, released an Op-Ed on the importance of issue advocacy for first responders like firefighters & EMS personnel.
  • "Grassroots-funded nonprofit political organizations like Firefighters and EMS Fund support local fire departments through issue advocacy.
  • Firefighters & EMS Fund is geared up for election year, but recognizes that many citizens, including first responders themselves, don't always understand the importance of having a grassroots organization to help facilitate change.
  • For more information about what Fire & EMS Fund is doing in local elections throughout the nation, visit their website at fireandemsfund.com.

Grassroots Organization Firefighters & EMS Fund Launches 2020 Voter Guide Initiative

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 16, 2020
Emergency medical services in the United States, Citizen Corps, Firefighting in the United States

ARLINGTON, Va., April 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Firefighters & EMS Fund, a grassroots nonprofit political organization, just released their 2020 Voter Guide to encourage supporters across the country to remember their local firefighters & EMS personnel as they turn out to vote in upcoming elections.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., April 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Firefighters & EMS Fund, a grassroots nonprofit political organization, just released their 2020 Voter Guide to encourage supporters across the country to remember their local firefighters & EMS personnel as they turn out to vote in upcoming elections.
  • Nile Porter, Executive Director of Firefighters & EMS Fund, said, "Yes, this is an important election year at the federal level, but voters underestimate the power of local elections and ballot measures.
  • Firefighters & EMS Fund created the free 2020 Voter Guide to engage voters and encourage them to consider issues that affect first responders as they decide how to vote in upcoming elections.
  • Firefighters & EMS Fund is a national political organization organized under Section 527 of the IRS Tax Code.

First Alert And The National Volunteer Fire Council Partner On Fire Extinguisher Training For Volunteer Fire Departments

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Firefighting, Citizen Corps, Firefighting in the United States, National Volunteer Fire Council, Public safety, Safety, NVFC, Volunteer fire department, Firefighter, Fire extinguisher

* For this reason, First Alert and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have developed a new fire extinguisher training course for volunteer fire departments nationwide, accompanied by an extinguisher donation program for community outreach initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • * For this reason, First Alert and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have developed a new fire extinguisher training course for volunteer fire departments nationwide, accompanied by an extinguisher donation program for community outreach initiatives.
  • This training will enable volunteer firefighters to educate their community on how to properly and safely use this important line of defense.
  • "The education provided in this fire extinguisher course, combined with First Alert's donation, helps our volunteer departments keep communities safe," said NVFC Chair, Steve Hirsch.
  • The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is the leading nonprofit membership association representing the interests of the volunteer fire, EMS, and rescue services.

Fire Departments, Colleges And Universities Selected For Community Risk Reduction Program

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Monday, July 29, 2019
Fire prevention, Fire protection, Firefighting, Fire safety, Prevention, Firefighting in the United States, Fire, Citizen Corps

The Town/Gown Fire Safety Community Service Project works with students to take responsibility of their own safety by learning fire safety while also assisting the local community.

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  • The Town/Gown Fire Safety Community Service Project works with students to take responsibility of their own safety by learning fire safety while also assisting the local community.
  • "Collaboration between students, fire departments and universities works to create a stronger, safer community," said Ed Comeau, founder of Campus Firewatch.
  • "Enabling students to learn fire safety by doing fire safety provides an important life skill for them and those around them."
  • You also can follow the Town/Gown Fire Safety Community Service Project on Twitter and Facebook via #TownGownFire.

First Due Releases Community Connect to Bridge the Data Gap Between First Responders and Residents

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Monday, June 3, 2019
Emergency medical responders, First responder, Emergency management, Articles, United States Department of Homeland Security, Citizen Corps, Safety

Moreover, Emergency Managers will be able to make better decisions based on Community Connect data during major incidents.

Key Points: 
  • Moreover, Emergency Managers will be able to make better decisions based on Community Connect data during major incidents.
  • Without Community Connect, First Responders operate off an incomplete picture of a residence during a response scenario.
  • Central to First Due's mission with Community Connect is to provide first responders better tools to serve their communities.
  • Residents also account for more peace of mind and increased confidence in their first responders with Community Connect.

4-H Canada and Canada Service Corps Expanding Collaboration

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Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Human activities, Volunteering, Work, Citizen Corps, Firefighting in the United States, Fire Corps, Peace Corps

4-H Canada receives funding through Canada Service Corps.

Key Points: 
  • 4-H Canada receives funding through Canada Service Corps.
  • "Canada Service Corps serves community needs through innovative programs like Hands to Larger Service.
  • Canada Service Corps helps young people gain valuable skills while making an impact on communities across Canada.
  • Canada Service Corps offers an online matching service through Volunteer Canada that helps young people find volunteer opportunities tailored to their interests.

New service opportunities for Canadian youth in the North

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 8, 2019
Volunteering, Citizen Corps, Partnership for Refugees

Canada Service Corps provides youth with access to service opportunities that are meaningful, while assisting them in gaining life skills.

Key Points: 
  • Canada Service Corps provides youth with access to service opportunities that are meaningful, while assisting them in gaining life skills.
  • These service opportunities will provide young people with the chance to make a difference in their communities.
  • "Canada Service Corps is about giving youth the opportunity to build a program that is for them, by them.
  • Canada Service Corps offers an online matching service through Volunteer Canada that helps young people find volunteer opportunities tailored to their interests.

Universities And Fire Departments Nationwide Are Invited To Participate In The Second Annual Town/Gown Fire Safety Community Service Project

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 26, 2018
Fire prevention, Fire protection, Fire safety, Firefighting in the United States, Citizen Corps

"The Town/Gown project promotes fire safety education and collaboration between students, fire departments, universities and their surrounding communities nationwide," said Tarsila Wey, director of marketing for First Alert.

Key Points: 
  • "The Town/Gown project promotes fire safety education and collaboration between students, fire departments, universities and their surrounding communities nationwide," said Tarsila Wey, director of marketing for First Alert.
  • The Town/Gown Fire Safety Community Service Project encourages students to learn about and take responsibility for their personal safety, while also supporting the local community.
  • "We are thrilled to offer students this unique volunteer opportunity through the Town/Gown Fire Safety Community Service Project."
  • You also can follow the Town/Gown Fire Safety Community Service Project on Twitter and Facebook via #TownGownFire.