WOF FIRE
AWARENESS
PROGRAMME

WOF FIRE
AWARENESS
PROGRAMME

Everyone can be Safe

With rising temperatures and evolving climate conditions, the risk of wildfires is growing — threatening not only fire-prone areas but also surrounding communities.

Fire Safety is a Shared Responsibility

and deserves care, opportunity, and the chance to thrive.
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The Fire Awareness & Fire Safe Programme is a cornerstone of the Working on Fire (WoF) Programme, combining environmental education with practical, science-based tools to promote fire and life safety. It empowers communities with disaster risk assessment and mitigation strategies, fostering responsible fire behaviour and strengthening resilience to the impacts of climate change.

Through this programme, South Africans are equipped to:

  • Understand their environment and the role of fire in ecosystems.
  • Be fire-safe and disaster ready.
  • Protect lives and property from wildfires.
  • Support ecosystem health through responsible fire management.

Flagship Programmes

Fire Awareness in Schools

Fire Safe Communities

Enviro Campaign Days

FIRE AWARENESS IN SCHOOLS

The Fire Awareness in Schools project shapes future environmental leaders by teaching learners the essentials of wildfire prevention, fire safety, and climate resilience. Aligned with South Africa’s National Curriculum, the programme delivers practical, science-based knowledge through interactive lessons, hands-on activities, and real-life insights from trained firefighters.

The Fire Awareness in Schools project empowers the next generation through:

  • Practical & Integrated Learning: Lessons include fire safety, climate change, and firefighter experiences.
  • School Debates & Climate Action Projects: The project empowers students in environmental action supported by Kishugu Foundation.

The Fire Awareness in Schools project empowers the next generation through:

  • Practical & Integrated Learning: Lessons include fire safety, climate change, and firefighter experiences.
  • School Debates & Climate Action Projects: The project empowers students in environmental action supported by Kishugu Foundation.
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By fostering awareness, critical thinking, and a deep connection to nature, learners become change agents who bring fire safety and climate action into their communities.

Through this work, Working on Fire is building fire-resilient communities and nurturing a generation prepared to face the challenges of climate change.
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BUILDING FIRE SAFE & RESILIENT COMMUNITIES

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Communities Supported 2011-2025

FireSafe Communities initiative

Empowers high-risk communities with the knowledge, tools, and support to prevent, prepare for, and respond to wildfires.

How We Are Helping

Through fire safety education, community training, and the development of early warning systems, we’re helping protect lives, homes, and ecosystems.

FireSafe Communities initiative

By promoting FireSafe practices, mapping fire risks, and strengthening local brigades, this project strengthens resilience and fosters a culture of safety.

Creating lasting change in the face of growing wildfire threats.
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ENVIRONMENTAL CAMPAIGNS

Key campaigns — including Fire Awareness Campaigns, Community FireSafe Days, and Risk Reduction Days — bring together local stakeholders, empowering communities and fostering long term partnerships to take responsibility for their safety against wildfires and create more fire-conscious neighbourhoods across South Africa.

Working on fire is an Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) aimed at providing work opportunities to young men and women.

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