To mark Women’s History Month, Mayor Todd Gloria and each member of the San Diego City Council honored 10 “Women of Distinction” at Tuesday’s council meeting.
Gloria named Maria Chavez, immigration legal director at Partnership for the Advancement of New Americans, this year’s citywide Woman of Distinction.
Citing her more than 17 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and immigration policy, Gloria said Chavez has made significant contributions to the San Diego region, advocating for policies and programs that support immigrant communities and promote equitable access to resources…