CCAEJ Executive Director Ana Gonzalez Honored as Woman of the Year by California Legislature

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 11, 2025

Sacramento, CA — The California Legislature has recognized Ana Gonzalez, Executive Director of the Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice (CCAEJ), as Woman of the Year, an honor bestowed upon her by Senator Eloise Gomez Reyes (Senate District 29) on March 10, 2025. This prestigious award highlights Ana’s remarkable leadership and unwavering commitment to environmental justice and community empowerment.

This March, as we celebrate the extraordinary contributions of women everywhere, we take pride in acknowledging Ana’s exceptional achievements. From her beginnings as a migrant from Mexico and a woman determined to break through systemic barriers, Ana has dedicated her life to advocating for more equitable communities across California.

Under her leadership, CCAEJ continues to be a powerful voice for communities disproportionately affected by pollution and environmental inequities. Ana’s passionate work continues to inspire countless individuals to rise up, take action, and strive for meaningful change.

"I am deeply humbled and honored to receive the Woman of the Year award from Senator Eloise Gomez Reyes. The work I do is dedicated to improving people's lives, especially here in the Inland Valley. As a mother, my mission is to leave a better world for my children and all future generations. This award belongs to my entire community and to all the incredible women who go unseen every day. I see you, I hear you, and I am fighting for you!” — Ana Gonzalez, Executive Director of the Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice

Join us in congratulating Ana Gonzalez for this well-deserved honor and in celebrating her ongoing dedication to environmental justice and community empowerment.