Introduction
In September 1992, Tyne and Wear Metropolitan Fire Service, in partnership with the Newcastle City Challenge, opened its first branch of the Young Firefighters Association at the West Road Fire Station. The primary strategic objective was to strengthen the social and community infrastructure, which after the inner city disturbance had become a little fragile.
Young people who were accepted into the organisation came from a wide and varied background. Those who were at risk of offending, non-attendees at school, as well as those who academically were doing well and who were expected to progress into further education. This fine balance of character and personality helped to set the foundations of a successful Branch.
What We Offer
During the meetings the Young Firefighters are given practical and theoretical instructions on Fire and Rescue Service related subjects.
In addition to the weekly meetings, Young Firefighters are also involved in:
Aim
A uniformed youth organisation designed to provide the young people of Tyne and Wear aged between 11-17 years old with training and personal development opportunities principally through Fire and Rescue Service related activities.
Objectives
To recruit young people aged between the ages of 11 -17, allowing them the opportunity to join a uniformed youth organisation;
• Assist members to develop mentally, physically and morally;
• Encourage self discipline, social consciousness and sense of community awareness/belonging;
• Increase their communication skills, leadership skills and develop their self-esteem and self-confidence;
• Develop their fire safety knowledge concerning their home and the workplace;
• Develop their personal safety knowledge;
• Develop their understanding concerning the contribution the Fire Service makes to society and promote fire safety to the public.
