In recognition of Women’s History Month last month, I am 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
- Crystal Condon, Social Worker
- Maricela Estrada, Physician Assistant
- Ana Celia de Alba, Educator
Fresno County:
- Aideed Medina, Poet
- Lorena Tapia, Advocate
- Margarita Rocha, Executive Director, Centro La Familia
- Karin Wendt, Library Assistant
- Claudia Castorena Castro, Vice President, Binational of Central California
Madera County:
- Tricia Placencia, Educator
- Rosa Maria Hernandez Bautista, Mixtec Indigenous Leader
- Monica Bravo, Promotora and Community Leader
- Christina Beckstead, Executive Director of Madera County Farm Bureau
Visit my website to meet the 2025 honorees and learn more about the powerful impact these trailblazers have made across Senate District 14.
Thank you for helping us celebrate the women who make a difference in our community!
As always, if you need any assistance with constituent or legislative issues, please do not hesitate to contact my Fresno office at (559) 264-3070 or my Merced office at (209) 726-5495.
