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Debra Ann Francis

Title
1st Vice President
Company
NAACP -Altadena Branch #1092
Industry
Other
City
Altaneda
State/Province
California
Country
United States
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I chose this career path because

Since I was 11 years old, I have always volunteered and have helped in my community. By trade, I am in Real Estate, as I was a Realtor in the past and now consult and help the community through seminars on Fair Housing, FEMA in Los Angeles County. 

As 1st Vice President of NAACP I am very involved in Civil and Human Rights and I can honestly that say that since I was a young child I have always felt the need to follow that path.

Additionally, I am an Artist and I volunteer my time in all areas of art for special need children, at risk youth, senior citizens and disabled adults.

I prepared for this career by

I have an a degree in Business and Finance from Los Angeles City College and took additionally courses in Cultural Anthropology and Liberal Arts. I went on to become a Licensed Realtor by the California Board of Realtors and I am in the process of reapplying for it.

The biggest challenge I've overcome

I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2008 and it has been hard managing it, especially with 3 children and as a caretaker for my sister who had breast cancer.

My greatest strength(s)

Among my greatest strengths are love for humanity, my courage and my strength. I have great diplomacy and interact with and love all people and cultures.

My greatest accomplishment to date

I am assisting the challenge against the City of Pasadena for their efforts in trying to build a project that would negatively impact the San Gabriel Valley area. I am working with Altadena and the Pasadena School district and I am very proud of this work.

My personal/professional goals

I would like to open a Christian Arts Center to all ages aimed at healing the body, mind and soul.

What/Who has inspired me the most

My children, who have grown into wonderful adults, and my granddaughter are my greatest sources of inspiration!

I most want to be known/remembered for

I want to be known as a visionary from God and a person with diplomacy, integrity and one who encourages people to love one another.

I participate in the following organizations/memberships

  • NAACP - Altadena Branch #1092
  • National Congress of Black Women
  • The International Women's Organization (IWO)
  • Aspires West Pasadena (AWP)

I have received the following Honors/Awards/Scholarships

  • Aspires Award, Pasadena Trojan and Football Youth Association
  • Award from the Pasadena Panthers Football and Cheer Association
  • Award from West Altadena Little League (former Athletic Director)
  • Professional of the Year Award, Cambridge Who's Who - Donald Trump Jr., 

I support the missions of these charities/volunteer my time

  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • The Jewish and Christian Fellowship
  • Boy Scouts of America
  • Girl Scouts of America
  • St. Jude's Children's Hospital

I enjoy the following hobbies/interests

I love going to church, reading, painting, watching movies and listening to music.

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