In the face of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Mission District of San Francisco faced severe challenges, leading to the formation of the Latino Task Force. This coalition, comprising diverse community organizations and activists, played a vital role in distributing food, providing resources, and encouraging Covid testing. As the Task Force celebrates its fifth anniversary, its leaders are mentoring the next generation of activists, emphasizing the importance of community upliftment and enhancing representation, particularly for women. Katia Padilla, a key figure in this transition, reflects on her journey from intern to chief operating officer, inspired by leaders from her own community.
"If we could create enough leaders and put them in places all over the city, they would come with that value of helping others, uplifting community, and working to give women more power and voice in decision-making everywhere in the city."
"I had never seen somebody who looked like me, someone who spoke like me, came from communities I came from, but in a position with such great power, knowledge and influence."
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