In the LAist article, “‘What Do You Want To Do When You Grow Up Some More?’ Advice For Aspiring Leaders In Early Childhood,” Executive Director of Head Start Wassy Tesfa was asked what advice she would give to those who are looking to enter the early childhood sector. As an immigrant and minority, Tesfa has found allies – White and Black – in the workplace who have supported her professional development, ultimately leading up her executive director position at Pacific Clinics. “There’s a lot more people for you than against you and a lot more opportunities than you think there are. I grew up in Africa, where everybody looked like me, whether they be on top or at the bottom. So I think that made a difference in how I saw myself, whether people saw me that way or not.”
November 2026 Election
November 2, 2026
California’s General Election is Tuesday, November 3. Voters will decide competitive congressional races, elect state and local leaders and weigh in on ballot propositions that could affect Pacific Clinics employees, our agency and the communities we serve. We created this guide to help you understand how each measure could impact our work, and the agency’s positions. You are encouraged to use available resources to make informed decisions when casting your vote.
