Sisters Ashley and Shanah Laroche make history as FDNY’s first Black female firefighters, paving the way for diversity and inspiring future generations in New York’s fire service.
Discover the inspiring journey of Bessie Hudson, Orange County’s first black female firefighter, as she breaks barriers and paves the way for future generations in the fire service.
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department appoints Felicia Barnes as its first Black female battalion chief. Barnes, a Fairfax County native and Mount Vernon High School alumna, breaks barriers with her historic achievement.