Women’s History Month 2025: Meet Kelly Carr, Fire Code Counsel in the Bureau of Legal Affairs/Code Development Unit

Throughout FDNY’s history, women have played vital roles in protecting and serving the people of New York City. Their strength, resilience and unwavering dedication are at the heart of the Department’s lifesaving mission.

Kelly Carr, who works as Fire Code Counsel in the Bureau of Legal Affairs/Code Development Unit, said her motivation aligns with the Bureau of Fire Prevention to cultivate a safer city for residents, visitors and first responders.

“Together, we make an impact—sometimes small, sometimes unnoticed and sometimes great,” she said.