Submit an Update | SGSF Quarterly Newsletter
Share Your Updates for the Quarterly Newsletter!
The below form is your opportunity to share updates for inclusion in the SGSF quarterly newsletter. Your contributions ensure that our members and partners stay informed about the important work happening across our committees, states and cooperative organizations.
Your input is essential to making our newsletter a valuable resource for all SGSF members and partners!
Guidelines & Tips
What We’re Looking For
- SGSF Committee Updates
Highlights from meetings, new initiatives, or major milestones. - State Updates or Successes
Noteworthy projects, programs, or achievements that may inspire or benefit other members. - Partner Updates
Collaborations, resources, or initiatives from partner organizations that are relevant to SGSF membership.
Guidelines
- Keep each update concise (3-5 sentences).
- Focus on activities or achievements from the preceding quarter.
- Use a tone that is professional and easy to understand.
Examples
Disclaimer: The examples provided below are purely illustrative and not based on actual updates or events. They are designed to serve as inspiration for the type of content we’re seeking for the quarterly newsletter.
SGSF Committee Updates
Example:
The SGSF Fire Committee held a meeting in November, focusing on improving cross-agency collaboration during peak fire activity. A key highlight was the introduction of a new initiative to pilot drone technology for wildfire assessment, which aims to provide faster and more accurate data to incident managers. This initiative will launch in three member states by mid-2025, with potential for broader implementation based on its success. The committee also reviewed updates to the Southern Wildfire Risk Assessment Portal, ensuring it remains a cutting-edge resource.
Tip: Share actionable outcomes, significant milestones or impactful initiatives that highlight the committee’s efforts and their relevance to SGSF’s goals.
State Updates or Successes
Example:
North Carolina Forest Service successfully rolled out a new urban forestry outreach program that engaged over 2,000 community members through workshops, tree giveaways and educational events. This initiative, part of the state’s broader goal to enhance community tree cover, received significant local support, resulting in the planting of over 500 trees during the quarter. Additionally, partnerships with local governments and schools helped expand the program’s reach, with plans underway to replicate the model in neighboring counties.
Tip: Highlight state-level projects or achievements that demonstrate innovation, collaboration or measurable success. If applicable, include specific outcomes or next steps.
Partner Updates
Example:
The Southern Fire Exchange collaborated with the USDA Forest Service to develop a new online training module on prescribed fire best practices. This module provides hands-on guidance, videos and case studies tailored to the unique challenges faced by Southern landscapes. Available through an online portal, it has already been utilized by several SGSF member states for training workshops. The resource is expected to play a vital role in improving prescribed fire implementation and safety.
Tip: Focus on collaborative efforts, useful resources or initiatives from partners that provide value to SGSF members. Highlight any tools, trainings or shared successes that others might find beneficial.