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Avondale Fire Department pilot ‘Camp Hero’ draws 13 local girls to firefighting training
Summary
Camp Hero, a four-day hands-on program hosted by Avondale Fire Department, enrolled 13 girls ages 14–18 to learn firefighting skills, with officials saying organizers plan to extend the program next year.
Avondale’s fire department presented its first Camp Hero program to the City Council, saying the four-day camp gave 13 local girls ages 14 to 18 hands-on firefighting experiences and exposure to career pathways they might not otherwise consider.
Why it matters: The program aims to broaden recruitment — nationally, firefighters are predominantly male — and to introduce young women to public-safety careers through practical drills and mentorship from department staff.
Gabby, the city’s community outreach coordinator, said…
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