Girls on Fire is an incorporated not-for-profit association on a mission to build emergency resilience and response capacity in individuals and communities.
We do this via fire and emergency services training for girls and under-represented groups aged 14-19. And through visible advocacy and community engagement in fire, emergency and disaster prevention, preparedness, management and recovery.
Founded in NSW in 2016 by firefighter and girls participation advocate Bronnie Mackintosh, Girls on Fire is now partnering with National Australia Bank to further develop and scale as an organisation with a vision to expand nationally. This has recently been supported by Australian Business Volunteers via the Community Strategy Challenge for NAB and Girls on Fire.
Create a sustainable movement of empowered women and people from diverse backgrounds in fire and emergency services, contributing to inclusive and resilient communities.
Deliver inclusive, hands-on fire and emergency programs that inspire girls and young people from underrepresented communities to volunteer, pursue careers, and strengthen community safety.
As part of our commitment to visibility, transparency, and accountability, Girls on Fire is measuring impact across the young people we serve and their communities.
Empowering Young Women in Emergency Services
Many young girls feel powerless about climate change and unsure of their future. We build the skills and confidence to lead in disaster response, turning fear into action and meaningful work into positive change.
Fostering Leadership in Regional Communities
We strengthen local resilience through career and volunteer pathways and help young people stay in the places they love through opening up employment possibilities and meaningful ways to serve the community.
Encouraging Representation and Participation
We encourage young people from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQIA+, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth, neurodiverse individuals, and those with disabilities, to lead. Cultural representation helps bridge communication gaps, ensuring no one is left behind during emergencies.
Preparing Future Community Leaders
We provide young people with training, mentoring, and hands-on experience in helping their community. The more young people are involved in disaster and emergency services, the stronger and faster our recovery becomes.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live. Girls on Fire pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.
