NSW firefighter Mike Kelly will make a gruelling 100-mile Blue Mountains crossing later this year to raise awareness of the mental health and wellbeing challenges that first responders can face.
Fortem extends a heartfelt thank you to the many hundreds of schools, libraries, businesses, councils, community groups, members of Parliament and individuals who helped make this year’s Thank a First
First responders are always there when we need them the most, and today is an opportunity for the community to collectively say thanks for all that they do. Thank a
First responders are always there when we need them the most, and today is an opportunity for the community to collectively say thanks for all that they do. Thank a
They are often the first people we speak to during an emergency – the calm voice at the end of the phone taking our call and sending help on the
From patrolling the suburbs to search and rescue missions, supporting fire fighting efforts and responding to medical emergencies, it’s comforting to know that there are first responder eyes in the
Emergencies can happen at any time of the day or night which means there are first responders always out there working. Today is Day 8 of Fortem’s 10 days of
Behind many of our first responders are the amazing families that support them, ensuring that they can be there to support the community. Today is Day 7 of Fortem’s 10
Being a first responder comes with great responsibility, and that includes often being the one who has to delivery difficult news to members of the community. Today is Day 6
Fortem Australia is thrilled to have the support of The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale for its Thank a First Responder Day celebrations. Thank a First Responder
Not all heroes walk on two feet – many of our first responders are of the furry variety! Today is Day 5 of Fortem’s 10 days of gratitude – a
Getting lost or having a family member or friend go missing can be incredibly distressing, but we are so lucky that there are so many first responder agencies, including volunteers,
