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
“...the compassion to see [personal experiences] as the common thread that connects me to our collective humanness.”
Fae Monroe
“Embrace the day and, as my grandmother would often quote, ‘never wish time away.’"
Diana Chea
"My personal experiences encourage me to live a valued life with empathy, tenacity, compassion, and confidence."
Erica Baldaray
“I'm proudest of staying true to myself, stepping outside of my comfort zone, and giving my best effort.”