Fire and civil protection in the countries that have joined together to form the European Union are essential components of European security policy. Fire services are an indispensable pillar of the security and resilience architecture.

The exceptional commitment and unwavering solidarity of firefighters are an essential cornerstone for saving lives, protecting property and cultural heritage, protecting the environment, and building a safer and more resilient society.

Therefore, the legitimate firefighter organizations in the member states of the European Union today agree to establish the ‚EUFFAS – European Firefighters Association‘. This will create a common, sustainable structure with the goal of advocacy and interactive dialogue with the institutions of the European Union.