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The monthly dues for members is $20 dollars per month. Honorary members will not be charged any dues.
NO! We respect all other affinity groups and strive to work together for a common goal. However, we will say that for too long there has been very narrow focus on race and ethnic relations. We believe that there are many other groups that have been under represented and would benefit from support, both socially and professionally. That being said, we want to unify so that we can work towards common goals.
SFDEMA wants our experiences to be positive and move us all into a more cohesive and understanding environment. We accept and understand that there are difficulties many of our members face at work and we will strive to address those struggles and issues as they come up. We also want to come together for social events, recruitment, hiring and testing prep events, promotional prep events and training. We are even in communication with disadvantaged firefighter groups in other countries we hope to make a difference with.
Why not? Regardless of our ethnic background, the goals should be the same for all of us.
1. Recruitment of quality individuals that reflect the communities we serve and support us.
2. Engagement with a variety of ethnic communities so they can feel included and heard.
3. Assisting our members with the promotional process.
4. Assisting our members with any issues that may come up during their employment.
5. Assisting our members with training either by providing classes or by assisting in expenses to attend outside classes.
6. Provide a place or activities where members can feel included and free to be themselves.