Chief Tiffany Green
Download MP3Blazing a Trail: Chief Tiffany Green's Journey in the Fire Service
In this episode of 'Blazing Trails and Breaking Norms' presented by the African American Firefighter Museum, host Karen Slider interviews Tiffany Green, the first black woman to lead the Prince George's County Fire Department.(https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/fire-emergency-medical-services)Chief Green shares her journey, challenges, and successes as a female firefighter and leader. She discusses her early career, experiences with pregnancy on the job, volunteerism, and the importance of recruiting women in the fire service. Gain valuable insights into her leadership and dedication to the profession.
00:00 Welcome to Blazing Trails and Breaking Norms
00:27 Introducing Chief Tiffany Green
01:27 Chief Green's Personal Journey
02:08 Challenges and Support as a Female Firefighter
05:53 Volunteering and Career Transition
11:04 Recruitment and Representation
11:53 Facing Challenges as a Fire Chief
14:47 Reflections and Closing Thoughts
In this episode of 'Blazing Trails and Breaking Norms' presented by the African American Firefighter Museum, host Karen Slider interviews Tiffany Green, the first black woman to lead the Prince George's County Fire Department.(https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/fire-emergency-medical-services)Chief Green shares her journey, challenges, and successes as a female firefighter and leader. She discusses her early career, experiences with pregnancy on the job, volunteerism, and the importance of recruiting women in the fire service. Gain valuable insights into her leadership and dedication to the profession.
00:00 Welcome to Blazing Trails and Breaking Norms
00:27 Introducing Chief Tiffany Green
01:27 Chief Green's Personal Journey
02:08 Challenges and Support as a Female Firefighter
05:53 Volunteering and Career Transition
11:04 Recruitment and Representation
11:53 Facing Challenges as a Fire Chief
14:47 Reflections and Closing Thoughts
Creators and Guests
Host
Karen Slider
Karen Slider, retired firefighter/paramedic host- was the 2nd Black Female firefighter with the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Producer
D'Lisa Dvies
D'Lisa Davies retired Captain was the first black female firefighter with Los Angeles Fire Department
