Women Who Inspire

Honoring the Women of Senate District 14

In recognition of Women’s History Month, Senator Anna M. Caballero is proud to honor the Women of the Year for Senate District 14.

These outstanding individuals have made meaningful contributions in healthcare, education, public service and beyond. Their leadership and service continue to shape history, strengthen our communities and inspire future generations.

This year’s honorees include:

Merced County:

Ileisha Sanders, Advocate, Vice President of Merced Breastfeeding Network

Ileisha Sanders, Advocate, Vice President of Merced Breastfeeding Network

 

Crystal Condon, Social Worker

Crystal Condon, Social Worker

 

Maricela Estrada, Physician Assistant

Maricela Estrada, Physician Assistant

 

Ana Celia de Alba, Educator

Ana Celia de Alba, Educator

 

Fresno County:

Aideed Medina, Poet

Ana Celia de Alba, Educator

 

Lorena Tapia, Advocate

Lorena Tapia, Advocate

 

Margarita Rocha, Executive Director, Centro La Familia

Margarita Rocha, Executive Director, Centro La Familia

 

Karin Wendt, Library Assistant

Karin Wendt, Library Assistant

 

Claudia Castorena Castro, Vice President, Binational of Central California

Claudia Castorena Castro, Vice President, Binational of Central California

 

 

Madera County:

Tricia Placencia, Educator

Tricia Placencia, Educator

 

Rosa Maria Hernandez Bautista, Mixtec Indigenous Leader,
2025 Woman of the Year for the California Legislative Women’s Caucus

Rosa Maria Hernandez Bautista, Mixtec Indigenous Leader

 

Monica Bravo, Promotora and Community Leader

Monica Bravo, Promotora and Community Leader

 

Christina Beckstead, Executive Director of Madera County Farm Bureau 

Christina Beckstead, Executive Director of Madera County Farm Bureau