Welcome to the 2023 Black Veteran Recognition Luncheon Program

OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Dr. Crystal Jackson D. Div.

US Navy Veteran E4

Retired Department of Defense

Dr. Crystal Jackson has devoted her life to serving her country (US Navy) and community. She served in the US Navy in 1989 and later served with the Department of Defense until she retired in 2005. Dr. Crystal Jackson not only has an astonishing academic achievement by receiving her Master’s Degree in Christian Counseling and a Doctorate in Divinity but also has an impeccable record as a Philanthropist by giving back to her community. She is a notable lifetime member of the American Legion, Aviation Ordnance Association, Black Women for Organized Political Action, the Friends of Allensworth, and many others. In addition to her outstanding community involvement, she served as the Academic Advisor and Professor for

the Summit Bible Satellite in Visalia, the Board Trustee for West Hills Community College, the NAACP State Education Committee member, and the African American Network of Kern County Advisory Board. She’s the CEO of a nonprofit called A Chance For You Too. A Nonprofit Organization that advocates for children who are transitioning out of the foster care program by providing life skills and other equitable programs where they can thrive in a systematically biased country. Providing treatment for those with Mental Health Disorders: Bullying, Crisis/Trauma, Suicidal tendencies and PTSD. She’s a motivational and empowering speaker.


Dr. Jackson is also the President of the Kings and Tulare County NAACP, Unit 1039,

volunteering many hours assisting with various needs.


She’s married to her supportive husband, Rodney, and has a blended family with three daughters, a son, and a handsome grandson.

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PRESENTING PARTNER

Connie Hampton, DNP, RN

Interim Medical Center Director



Mary Golden 

Chief, Center for Development and Civic Engagement (CDCE)

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