Are you interested in providing an educational session at the 2026 Conference /Expo?

This is the official "call for presentations" for the Virginia State Firefighters Conference/Expo. August 6,7,8, 2026. The Conference will be held in Blacksburg Virginia .

Presentation subject matter can include but is not limited to: strategy and tactics; EMS, ICS, leadership; management; safety and health; recruitment & retention, new initiatives/concepts/trends; case studies; etc.

Hands on Training  'HOT' Classes Welcome

Anyone interested in presenting at the Conference/Expo should submit the following information:

Deadline for submissions is December 31st , 2025

Call for Presentations 2026

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Fees, Reimbursements and Stipend Requirements (if applicable)

Other Venues Presentation Offered (FDIC, VFCA, Fire Expo, EMS Sympoisum, VAVRS, etc.)

Length of Course/Presentation

1.5 to 3 hour Thursday, Friday & Saturday August 6, 7 or 8

4.0 hour program Thursday, Friday or Saturday August 6 7, 8, and/or, AM and/or PM sessions)

8.0 hour program Thursday, Friday or Saturday

16.0 hour program Thursday, Friday, August 6 -7 or Friday, Saturday ,August 7 -8

Typically, we will cover lodging and travel if necessary; and provide a full conference registration to chosen presenters. Except for special circumstances, reimbursement is for a maximum of one presenter for 1 to 1.5 hour sessions; and a maximum of two presenters for all other sessions.

Since the Conference/Expo is for the benefit of 1st responders, any expenses related to your presentation that can be absorbed by you or your organization would be greatly appreciated.

As a member of the VSFA, this is a great opportunity to pass along your knowledge and expertise to the current and future leaders of the fire & EMS service.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit this form or send your information to VSFA at Presentations@vsfa.org by December 31st, 2025 as a WORD document. If you need more information or have questions, please contact us at 757-810-8335. Thanks in advance for your interest and willingness to present at the 2026 VSFA Conference/Expo. We look forward to hearing from you. Thanks in advance for your consideration in presenting at our event.

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