Women of Soka
What started as a simple idea to commemorate Women’s History Month in March grew into a mission to shine a light on the mighty women of the Soka community throughout the year. They are strong and dignified. They go about their work every day with purpose and poise, mostly out of the public eye, and have deep reserves of strength, resilience, and hope.
We gave each of the women a prompt. What follows below are their heartfelt responses about their work, families, goals, and life lessons.
Jacqueline Cid
Assistant Director of Student Organizations & Inclusion Programs“…the compassion to see [personal experiences] as the common thread that connects me to our collective humanness.”
Fae Monroe
Manager of Events and Conferences“Embrace the day and, as my grandmother would often quote, ‘never wish time away.’”
Diana Chea
Human Resources Coordinator - Employee Relations“My personal experiences encourage me to live a valued life with empathy, tenacity, compassion, and confidence.”
Erica Baldaray
Assistant Director of Athletics“I’m proudest of staying true to myself, stepping outside of my comfort zone, and giving my best effort.”
