Featured Female First Responder: Crystal
"When I was about 8 years old, I watched the movie Backdraft and decided I wanted to be a firefighter. My parents thought I'd grow out of it but I ...
Read more"I have always been fascinated with the medical field but hated being indoors. As a Paramedic it’s cool to combine being out and about but still pr...
Read more"Always be self reflective" Tell me us little about you."I've been a Critical Care Nurse for almost 19 years. I spent 10 years working in an ...
Read more"You are SO important in this line of work. We carry a whole different belt of tools and have a set of skills that are irreplaceable, needed and de...
Read moreWhat advice would you give to the next generation of Female First Responders? I think of Rosie the Riveter. Stay strong. Don't let a male dominated...
Read moreThe more I learned, the more I fell in love with the fire service.Now I’m a career firefighter/medic with my dream department, and I am still learn...
Read more"My advice to all future First Responders, this is a great field to work in and I LOVE what I do."
Read more"Don’t be afraid to be you without any regret. I’ve run across so many women who quit the career or have considered quitting because of criticisms ...
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