IFE Women's Networking Group
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Women's Networking Group

At the IFE, we are committed to supporting and empowering women across the global fire sector. We recognise the valuable contributions women make to fire engineering, fire safety, fire and rescue services, and related disciplines, and are dedicated to promoting greater diversity and inclusion. By championing diverse perspectives and creating opportunities for professional growth, we aim to inspire the next generation of fire professionals

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Meet the IFE women shaping the future of fire engineering

Karla Sandoval AIFireE
Karla Sandoval AIFireE Principal Fire Engineer and Research Leader
Karla Sandoval AIFireE Karla is Principal Fire Engineer and Research Leader at SOCOTEC.
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Zara Vermeulen AIFireE
Zara Vermeulen AIFireE Fire Engineer
Zara Vermeulen AIFireE Zara is a Fire Engineer at SOCOTEC.
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Ásta Briem AIFireE
Ásta Briem AIFireE Fire Engineer
Ásta Briem AIFireE Ásta is a fire engineer at Arcadis.
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Empowering women through learning and growth


View our video resources developed by our WNG team
to support further career development

Presenting with power

Discover how to present with power and make a positive impression on your audience by learning how to plan and deliver a presentation as well as how to manage your audience and yourself during it.
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Imposter syndrome

Learn how to stop feeling like an imposter in the workplace and how you can challenge these negative assumptions and build a better reality based on evidence and intelligence.
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Effective communication

Explore how to communicate your ideas clearly and effectively while capturing your audience’s attention, building confidence in your public speaking, and engaging more successfully with your peers.
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Sector awards

Nominate an inspiring female figure for a sector award and help recognise the individuals driving
positive change, leadership, and excellence across the profession.

Expand your network, share your experience

Join the IFE Women’s Networking Group on LinkedIn to connect with peers, share experiences, and support the growth of women across the fire engineering and fire safety profession.

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