[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 205 (Wednesday, December 18, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1610]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING FRANCINE HUMPHREY FOR RECEIVING THE WOMAN IN THE COMMUNITY 
                             SERVICE AWARD

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                          HON. ELAINE G. LURIA

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 18, 2019

  Mrs. LURIA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize Ms. 
Francine Humphrey on receiving the 2020 Outstanding Woman in the 
Community Service Award for the Tidewater Chapter of the National 
Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. This award was developed to honor 
women who are making significant contributions to their community 
through their time, actions, talents and dedication. This is an amazing 
accomplishment.
  This award recognizes Ms. Humphrey's lifetime of service and 
commitment to the promotion of respect among people of diverse 
backgrounds. She generously serves the community as a CEO of Issues 
Concerning Women and the former CEO/Co-Founder of Focuss Group, LLC a 
business Development and career Services company.
  Ms. Humphrey is a Bank One Master Financial Trainer and Financial 
Coach and loves working with the Financial Empowerment Team and the 
community. She hosts and teaches a monthly small business workshop at 
her office.
  In 2007, Ms. Humphrey established Issues Concerning Women (ICW) Inc., 
which focuses on women reaching their long-term and short-term goals by 
assisting women in housing, financial, and life skills. ICW provides 
advocacy and services to stabilize households and foster a sense of 
community involvement, self-worth, and determination among women.
  In 2013 she was presented the ``Beacon of Hope Award'' from the Urban 
League Guild of Hampton Road. Additionally, she was named Small 
Business Guru in 2016 by G. Paris Media Group and received the 
Presidential Drum Major Award from President Obama in 2017.
  Ms. Humphrey's dedication as an inspirational speaker, spiritual 
coach, and author is incredibly inspiring. I am proud to honor and 
recognize Ms. Humphrey's leadership and the role she plays in making 
our community a better place. Coastal Virginia has significantly 
benefited from her presence.

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