March is Women’s History Month. Join us as we celebrate League members who make history every day. Today, meet Gloria Chun Hoo, LWVC Vice President for Advocacy/Program.

“Women's History Month is important because so much of our world is colored by a white, male perspective. We don't hear enough about important women and hearing about them inspires the next generation. By calling attention to the critical roles women play in our society it elevates everyone’s perspective,” noted Gloria. 

Gloria was born and raised in Hawaii and graduated from Boston University with a journalism degree. She has broken many glass ceilings during her career in public relations both in the corporate sector and while serving on numerous nonprofit boards, including the YWCA and LWVC. Gloria credits the YWCA for teaching her the importance of nonpartisanship early in her career. A 50 year League member, Gloria is now the League of Women Voters of California Second Vice President for Advocacy/Program and an integral part of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force.

Why is the League so integral to Women’s History?
“The League is a place where women have an impact. Since our beginning fighting for the right to vote, the League has played an important role for women, offering a place to fight for those hurt by our systemic inequities through public policy reform” said Gloria. 

Gloria’s most admired women include:

• Glendora Putnam, a civil rights activist and the first Black woman to serve as the Assistant Attorney General of Massachusetts and chairperson of the YWCA - a lifelong mentor, encouraged Gloria to always consider all political points of view. 
• Sojourner Truth, a Black evangelist, abolitionist, women’s rights activist, and author who inspires Gloria’s racial justice work today.

Gloria’s favorite quote:

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret Mead

What does Gloria want to be remembered for?

“I would like to be remembered for my community service, my planning commission work in San Jose and most of all, for the policies I advocated for at the League whose implications address racial justice and systemic, institutional racism,” said Gloria.

Find out more about Gloria’s work with the League of Women Voters of California.