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Palm Beach Gardens Fire Rescue highlights inaugural 'Girls on Fire' youth leadership camp
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Palm Beach Gardens Fire Rescue presented its first "Girls on Fire" leadership camp for girls 13–17, featuring firefighting skills, medical training and parent testimonials; several campers and a parent described confidence and skill gains.
Palm Beach Gardens Fire Rescue presented the results of its inaugural "Girls on Fire" leadership camp, telling the City Council the weeklong program introduced young women to firefighting tasks and leadership skills while building confidence and recruiting interest in future public-safety careers.
Nikki Macrossi, executive assistant to the fire chief, said the camp targeted girls ages 13 to 17 and combined hands-on firefighting drills with medical training and team-building exercises. "Through hands-on experiences in firefighting, teamwork, and personal development, the camp introduces participants to…
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