Donate and Empower Linda Vista Women
According to Forbes magazine, while the call for female leadership has increased, "Women remain underrepresented in political offices, particularly at the local government level. Despite making up more than half the U.S. population, women account for only 31% of state legislative seats, less than 30% of mayoral positions and hold just 26% of elected county offices nationwide, according to the Center for American Women and Politics,"
Meet Tomasa who graduated from Bayside's Resident Leadership Academy in 2013 and who says, "This program is important because you learn how to be a leader, how to work with the community, and most importantly you make connections with representatives that you couldn't make otherwise." Since 2020, Tomasa has worked as a Community Advocate for Bayside Community Center and has been instrumental in developing projects throughout the neighborhood including but not limited to community clean-up events, community gardens, the re-establishment of the Linda Vista Farmers' Market, and has been recognized by the City of San Diego as a Public Health Champion. Learn more about Tomasa's development as a Linda Vista leader here.
Forbes magazine also reports, "More women are starting businesses, but they still face challenges operating their businesses. The number of women entrepreneurs is on the rise. Regardless of the positive outcomes, women are struggling to survive in the business environment given the challenges they face."
Nadia, founder and lead instructor of Ballet Folklorico El Tapatio states, "If it wasn't for Bayside, I don't know what would have happened with my business. I started with five dancers and Bayside Community Center helped me, guided me, and gave me the tools to enhance my business." Nadia's business has now grown to include two locations, over _ individual dancers of all ages, and has gained much recognition for performances throughout San Diego County. Learn more about Nadia's development as am entrepreneur and leader here.
