Dec 1, 2023 | success-stories
I initially discovered WANDA through a dear friend who had been part of the program many years ago. This friend, also a single mother and my closest confidante, spoke glowingly of WANDA’s support and resources. Witnessing the positive changes in her life sparked...
Sep 20, 2023 | News, success-stories
Surrounded by incredible women and inspired by their empowering words, Fátima found the motivation to persevere. “I just wanted to take the time to thank the WANDA team and let you know how much you have drastically changed my life,” she shared. “When I first...
Aug 22, 2023 | News, success-stories
With over 25 years of experience as a veteran organizer, a long-time philanthropic leader, and a nationally recognized advocate for civil rights and racial justice in Oakland and the broader Bay Area, Lateefah embodies the spirit of empowerment that WANDA holds dear....
Jul 18, 2023 | News, success-stories
By Danika Dellor, Executive Director of WANDA Recently, I had the honor of being recognized as a Woman of Influence by the Silicon Valley Business Journal, culminating at a lovely celebratory dinner in San José. It was an evening filled with powerful and thoughtful...
Jul 14, 2023 | News, success-stories
WANDA came into my life at a time when I was struggling to make ends meet and living paycheck to paycheck, with a depleted savings account. Alongside various health issues and numerous other challenges, I felt overwhelmed and on the verge of giving up. However, my...
Jun 15, 2023 | News, success-stories
WANDA came into my life at a time when I had lost my job, my home, and my desire to continue living a routine life. I vividly remember the day I made up my mind and said to myself, ‘I’m moving to California.’ With my eight-year-old daughter by my...
