About Norma Ward
I have a passion for working with women and families to enable them to obtain an environment that promotes health, wholeness and healing. I enjoy teaching the concept of wellness to my client's while being a catalyst for their growth and change.
In-depth experience in and knowledge of women's health issues including reproductive health, family planning, domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking.
Norma is CEO and Co-Founder of Progressive Transition(s) Inc., a domestic violence program located in Oakland, California.
She is the recipient of the 2012 Jefferson Award for Public Service and is a Commissioner on the Alameda County Public Health Commission, District 5. Norma is a member of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Oakland Bay Area Chapter, and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Berkeley Bay Area Chapter.
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Education
- Master of Arts Degree Counseling and Psychology
- Bachelor of Science, Behavioral Science
Certifications
- Domestic Violence
- Sexual Assault
- Registered Addiction Specialist
- A Framework for Recovery
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