Each year Assembly Woman Nicole Parra recognizes someone as "Woman of the Year" for the 30th Assembly District. The annual ceremony gives her the opportunity to honor an outstanding woman in her district who has actively worked toward making a difference in our community.

"I am pleased to announce this year's recipient is Magda Menendez", says Assemblywoman Parra. Magda has been with the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation since 1981 where she is responsible for the day-to-day program operation; as well as supervision of 29 full-time employees and 12 programs that provide daily employment training services for over 300 Kern County residents.

In addition to her employment, Magda is currently serving as a Board Member for the Workforce Board of Kern, Inyo and Mono Counties; she is a founding members of the Latina Leaders of Kern County, a Governing Board Member of the Kern County Network for Children; a Board Member of the Blanch and Irma Weill Foundation, and serves as the Vice President of the Richard Prato East Bakersfield Senior Center.

Magda will rightfully join the group of extraordinary women who have received this award in the past, and will serve as an example of what can be accomplished through hard work and a passion for helping others.