Chapters

SFPE provides an exceptional organizational network and resources to support local chapters. The array of benefits and resources provided by SFPE go above and beyond those offered by local chapters. Follow this link to learn more about SFPE benefits or to join.

Chapters are the backbone of the Society, providing geographical and expertise-based organization to the Society. With over  130 global chapters, there are plenty of SFPE components to join in your local area. Some of the greatest opportunities and most unique benefits that accompany your SFPE membership are available directly through your local chapter. The best way to take advantage of all your membership offers is to participate in your chapter’s activities and events.

Chapter membership is extremely valuable in bringing together fire protection professionals from the same state, province, or other geographic regions. Their annual meetings convey significant amounts of information directly relevant to many attendees because of the localized nature of the chapters.
If you are interested in joining a chapter, contact them directly.

Find a Local Chapter

• African Chapters
• Asian Chapters
• Oceania Chapters
• Canadian Chapters
• Latin American Chapters
• European Chapters
• Middle Eastern Chapters
• United States Chapters
• Student Chapters

How to Start a Chapter

Chapters are a valued part of the Society - where advancing our mission at a local and regional level often happens. It is where fire protection engineers and other allied professionals in the field, share knowledge and grow a greater understanding of the profession. As a global Society, we welcome interested groups of fire protection engineers to gather in new local areas to form chapters. Don't see a chapter in your area, look here.

For Chapter Leaders

To report change in chapter leadership, please use Chapter leadership change  form.

To access various materials and reference documents, visit the Chapter Leadership Resource Portal located in the SFPE Forum under the "Groups" tab.

To join the Chapter Leadership Resource Portal click Manage Profile>Groups>Available Groups>Chapter Leaders>Join Group.

Award for Chapter Excellence (ACE)

Each year SFPE recognizes our chapters that demonstrate excellence in contributing to the needs of their members and the Society. A list of past recipients can be viewed here.

If you have any questions, please contact us at 301.915.9726 or chapters@sfpe.org.