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4Kira4Moms
Our Story

Leadership Team

Our leaders bring decades of experience in maternal health, advocacy, and community building.

Meet the team advancing maternal health through advocacy, education, direct support, and coalition building.

Charles Johnson
Charles Johnson

Charles Johnson

Founder

After losing his wife Kira in 2016, Charles founded 4Kira4Moms in 2017 to end preventable maternal mortality and advocate for families nationwide.

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Gabby Albert
Gabby Albert

Gabby Albert

Executive Director

Gabby leads 4Kira4Moms programs and partnerships, advancing maternal health equity through advocacy, education, and community engagement.

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Dr. Valerie Newsome Garcia
Dr. Valerie Newsome Garcia

Dr. Valerie Newsome Garcia

Director of Programs & Grants

Dr. Valerie Newsome Garcia leads 4Kira4Moms program development and grant initiatives, advancing maternal health equity through evidence-based programming and strategic partnerships.

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Ken Francisco
Ken Francisco

Ken Francisco

Marketing & Administrative Assistant

Ken Francisco supports 4Kira4Moms operations through marketing coordination and administrative management, helping amplify the organization's maternal health advocacy mission.

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