National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Advocate

John Storey Jr

State Advocate

Located in: Pennsylvania

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Join Our Mission: 20 Years of Firefighter Survival

Our presence across the nation is more important than ever as today’s firefighters face growing challenges. We need dedicated advocates in every state and U.S. territory! YOU can help us impact survival and improve the fire service.

Learn more about the Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives

Leadership Evolution

Develop leadership training programs that identify and strengthen the attributes and competencies necessary to foster a survival-oriented culture within fire service organizations.

Engage the Community

Develop and maintain long-standing policies and procedures for engaging with government and community stakeholders.

Response Policies

Organizational Proficiency

Maintain awareness of skill proficiencies throughout the organization to address and fill training gaps.

Fatality, Near-Miss Investigation

Evolving Health Practices

Establish and regularly update health and wellness policies, including health screenings and fitness assessments, to reflect evolving science and best practices.

Community Connection

Conduct community outreach programs that educate the public on fire safety and prevention, while also advocating for policies that support firefighter safety.

Grant Support

Lifelong Learning​

Offer education and training opportunities that are accessible to all firefighters and across all stages of the career, ensuring that firefighters stay up-to-date with the latest techniques and technologies.

Research Agenda

Mindful Resilience

Actively promote resilience training and other mental health resources for firefighters to support their overall well-being.

Empowerment

Mentorship Momentum

Foster a sustainable culture of knowledge transfer and motivation to mentor, ensuring that the torch of mentorship is passed through successive generations.

Leading the Way

Establish consistent leadership practices that empower all members to model survival-focused behaviors and promote a culture of growth and resilience.

Accountability