Call for Submissions
Fire Service Health and Safety Video Contest
National Fire Protection Association
Deadline: May 11, 2012
The National Fire Protection Association is accepting video submissions for its first Fire Service Health and Safety Video contest. Firefighters and department members are invited to submit videos that show their adherence to solid health and safety practices. The winning video will be chosen from four finalists by an online vote. Winners will receive a set of the latest NFPA public fire protection standards, an Apple iPad, and a $250 iTunes gift card for NFPA mobile applications and training. Contest rules and submission guidelines are available on the Firewise website.
Call for Applications
IAEM Scholarship Program
International Association of Emergency Managers
Deadline: May 15, 2012
The International Association of Emergency Managers is accepting applications for its scholarship program, which helps those interested in emergency management further their education. Full-time graduate and undergraduate students studying emergency management or a related field are invited to apply. Application forms are available online.
Call for Applications
Commercial Mobile Alert Service Research and Development
Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate
Deadline: May 24, 2012
The Science and Technology Directorate is accepting applications for research into ways to improve use of its Commercial Mobile Alert Service (CMAS), which delivers emergency messages to mobile devices based on location. Research will be focused on geographic message targeting, how populations respond to alerts and warnings, and similar topics. Visit the grants.gov page for more information on eligibility, funding availability, and how to submit a white paper.