In celebration of Women’s History Month, I am proud to announce the incredible women selected as our 2026 Women of the Year honorees.

These remarkable leaders represent the very best of our communities women who uplift others through service, leadership, compassion, and dedication across many fields.

Please join us in congratulating our 2026 honorees: Watch Video Below!

Woman of the Year: Alma Puente

Legacy Woman of the Year: Peggi Hazlett

Community Woman of the Year: Marlene Carney

Education Woman of the Year: Angela Salazar

Military Woman of the Year: Arely Moreno

Public Safety Woman of the Year: Adriana Ratiu

Health Care Woman of the Year: Jane Kriengkauyakit

Emerging Leader Woman of the Year: Emily Lin

Non-Profit Woman of the Year: Claudia Bautista Perales

Arts & Culture Woman of the Year: Margaret Inserra

Business Woman of the Year: Beatriz Porto

We look forward to celebrating and recognizing these outstanding women on March 14 at our Women of the Year event.

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Ceremony : Here

We honored an incredible group of women at our Women of the Year celebration, leaders, mothers, sisters, and advocates whose work strengthens our communities every day.

Across Senate District 22, our communities are filled with remarkable and inspiring women who serve, lead, and uplift others. Selecting this year’s honorees is never easy because so many women make extraordinary contributions every day. But the women recognized today truly represent the very best of our district.

From public safety and education to business and community leadership, the room was filled with women whose courage, dedication, and leadership continue to shape a stronger future for us all.

These women are truly the fabric of our communities, and it was a privilege to recognize and celebrate their impact today. More to come on our website and more posts for these wonderful moments!