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HomeMy WebLinkAboutprogram descriptionThe City of Miami Fire Explorers Program matches young adults interested in the Fire and Rescue profession with the people and program resources within the City of Miami Fire Department. It is open to young men and women ages 14 - 16. One of the many goals of the program is to help each Explorer develop leadership skills, gain a wealth of knowledge, and obtain practical experience in the Fire and Rescue career field. Community Service is one of the most important components of the program. We pride ourselves in providing community service on an ongoing basis. Doing so has instilled personal & community values in our youth members. We currently have 30 youth members enrolled in the Explorers Post. One new initiative that we are striving to implement is the Juvenile Fire setter's prevention program. Whether the result of a curious child playing with matches or the malicious act of a troubled delinquent, juvenile fire setting is. a serious and growing problem in Miami. Statistics show that young people are still captivated with fire and as such are the number one identified arsonist group. In recognition of the seriousness of the City's juvenile fire setter problem, the City of Miami Fire Rescue Explorers program, in collaboration with the City of Miami Parks Department are applying to your organization for a grant to implement a juvenile fire setter prevention and intervention program. The goal is to prevent juvenile fire setting through early education. The program will be held after school and will target all 37 of the City of Miami inner City Parks with the potential of reaching over 1500 kids. The Explorers will teach the program in non-traditional settings. We firmly belief that kids are better motivated and receptive to learning when taught by their own peers. With emphasis placed on visual aids, interaction and practical application. A pre and post survey will be conducted to assess knowledge gained as a result of the program. We are requesting financial support to acquire supplies, transportation and visual aids. Our goal is to utilize this program as model across the country. Also, through this program we will acquire statistical data to use in establishing juvenile prevention.