Women in the FDNY

October 20, 2021

Joann Diaz Makes History as First Latina Fire Lieutenant

“As a child, I remember seeing the play, ‘Annie Get Your Gun’ off-Broadway and the song, ‘Anything You Can Do,’ by Irving Berlin has always stayed […]
May 6, 2021

Former Proby of the Month Spotlight: Firefighter Vanessa Schoening

On this Throwback Thursday, we’re catching up with former Proby of the Month Ladder 9 Firefighter Vanessa Schoening. Since being featured on Join FDNY in 2014, […]
March 8, 2021

Meet the Women of the FDNY EMS Pipes and Drums Band

On this International Women’s Day, the spotlight is on the women of the FDNY EMS Pipes and Drums Band. In January, these talented women, along with […]
February 24, 2021

Celebrating Black History Month: A Spotlight on Firefighter Melissa Bennett

Our celebration of Black History Month continues with a spotlight on Squad 8 Firefighter Melissa Bennett, one of the highly-trained first responders in our Special Operations […]
February 8, 2021

Celebrating Black History Month: A Spotlight on Firefighter Jackie-Michelle Martinez

Join the FDNY throughout the next few weeks in celebrating Black History Month. As part of our recognition, we’re paying tribute to our members who continue […]
May 21, 2020

Michele Fitzsimmons Becomes Second Woman Battalion Chief in FDNY History

“I’m happy that I’ve reached this point in my career doing something that I love. I’ve learned so much from this job and it’s exciting for […]
May 10, 2020

A Mother’s Day Tribute to Deputy Assistant Chief Denise Werner

Happy Mother’s Day! On this special Sunday, we’re pausing to pay tribute to Deputy Assistant Chief Denise Werner for serving as an inspiration on and off […]
March 5, 2020

Celebrating Women’s History Month: A Look at Six Trailblazers in Our EMS

We’re kicking-off our Women’s History Month recognition today by paying tribute to some of our trailblazers in EMS. Through their courage, dedication, training and hard work, […]
February 27, 2020

Inspector Notice Gives Us the Scoop on Working in Fire Prevention

It’s a career that really helps to save lives in a unique way: Through Prevention. And for Fire Protection Inspector Monique Notice, joining our Department was […]