I step out of my comfort zone, trust myself, and keep learning… dealing with uncertainty.

Girls on Fire broadened my knowledge of emergency services and helped me find and build on my strengths and weaknesses. It shows girls can do men’s jobs just as well.

It makes me happy seeing girls in male dominated jobs, especially when girls are told they can’t do what men do. I learned to keep going even when I felt tired or scared.

Feeling very inspired by these amazing young women and this incredible program that’s connecting them up with skills, resilience, leadership...the works!

We lag behind other countries when it comes to female representation in emergency services. The Girls Fire and Resilience program gives high school students the opportunity to try out a range of services and learn from mentors. Thanks for the great work you’re doing.

I visited the incredible Girls On Fire program alongside the Edithvale CFA. Currently being run in NSW and Victoria, it helps young women build skills and confidence to lead in emergency services. By 2028, Girls on Fire aims to create employment and volunteer pathways nationwide, helping to build stronger communities across Australia. Thank you, Bronnie, and team for all your hard work and dedication.