From Plugging into Gen Z

The creation of an inclusive environment is one of the most important factors for recruitment and retention. This presentation will help instructors, trainers and leaders to adjust learning activities and recruitment strategies to attract and retain our next generation of Fire/EMS responders. Learn from instructors, students and program administrators who have successfully implemented a Dual Enrollment Academy providing Fire/EMS education to high school students across Southeast Wisconsin. If you are an instructor, preceptor, officer or leader in your service, this presentation is sure to leave you with tangible strategies that can be implemented to attract and retain your next generation responders.

If you strive to be a part of a high-performing organization, you must learn how to build connection with others. The basis of high performing teams comes down to an environment of psychological safety. Vulnerability-based trust helps to speed the process of trusting others and creating an environment safe to provide constructive feedback for growth.

The creation of an inclusive environment is one of the most important factors for recruitment and retention. This interactive session will cause fire and EMS services to pause and reflect on their recruitment activities to attract the next generation of first responders and how to stand out as an employer of choice. Tangible strategies and activities will be shared that can be immediately applied to attract and retain your next generation responders. Hear directly from those currently seeking job opportunities on what they are looking for in their career search.

"You manage things. You lead people." Learn about the importance of authentic leadership in the classroom and on the streets and how taking a proactive, preventative approach can reduce time spent on student or employee issues and problems. The change from classroom management to classroom leadership develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills and aids in the development of leadership abilities of your students/recruits. Authentic leadership focuses on self-awareness, empathy, integrity, transparency, open communication, relationship building and positivity. Learn how to foster these skills and utilize them to develop others.

The adolescent brain remains a mystery to most adults but gaining a better understanding of the dynamic brain development and neuroplasticity of young mind creates unique opportunities for learning. Learn how to leverage these changes to support positive development and growth in our young adult learners. We will discuss how the adolescent brain is primed for risk-taking, social learning, and identity exploration, examining both the benefits and challenges of these traits. Attendees will leave equipped with practical approaches to harness the remarkable potential of the adolescent brain, ultimately fostering more engaged, adaptable, and self-aware young adult learners.