Winter 2025

When I first joined the union over 30 years ago, I had just turned down a high paying job with the State of California to look after my mother. IHSS and the UDW have have made an enormous difference in my life and it has been my privilege and honor to represent homecare workers across the nation from Sacramento to Washington DC.

Within San Diego I have served on the County Advisory Committee as member and chair and also on the Labor Council. Altogether, I have been a delegate to about a dozen conventions.

If elected, I promise to fiercely advocate for my brothers and sisters in labor within and without AFSCME, never forgetting those who work alone to make a dignified life for themselves and their families.

I have been an IHSS caregiver for 7yrs. I have my Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources. I believe in Human Right. I believe in the work we provide to our clients as I took care of my Mother with Alzheimer’s and my Son with Cancer both of my Love one’s have passed away, but I stay to take care of other patients. I have gone to several rallies, that Shouts! what we stand and fight for.

I know I can be an Asset because of my beliefs.

My name is Maria Lebron. I am a dedicated caregiver with 21 years of experience through the IHSS program. I enjoy what I do, I feel I truly make a difference in my clients life. I’m also an active UDW volunteer for the past 6 years. I like to keep my colleagues informed and advocate for them if necessary.

Hanadi AL Nuaimi has proudly served as an IHSS provider for her parents in Placer County since 2022. She is a dedicated advocate for caregivers and currently serves as the Area 1 Representative for District 6 and Vice Chair of the UDW Health and Welfare Council. Through her leadership within UDW, Hanadi has been actively involved in initiatives focused on empowering caregivers, protecting workers’ rights, promoting community engagement, and advocating for legislative reforms that improve the lives of caregivers and IHSS providers. Driven by her personal experience caring for her parents, Hanadi understands firsthand the challenges caregivers face every day. Her advocacy is rooted in ensuring caregivers receive the respect, resources, and protection they deserve.

Fluent in both English and Arabic, Hanadi bridges language barriers and provides meaningful support to UDW members from diverse backgrounds. She is recognized for her leadership, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills, along with her ability to connect with people, build relationships, and implement solution-oriented strategies that strengthen the union and support caregivers across the community. Outside of her advocacy work, Hanadi enjoys swimming, cooking, reading novels, and spending quality time with her family.

I’m dedicated and passionate union advocate. Who has proudly supported UDW and labors rights for more than 40 years. I’m committed to promoting diversity, empowering workers, and ensuring that members’ voices are heard at every level. Throughout my years of service I have volunteered countless hours making phone calls, walking precincts, canvassing neighborhoods, and supporting various committees and campaigns. I also had the opportunity to speak with member of congress and advocate for issues that impact working families. I’m known as a strong, dependable leader who is deeply committed to strengthening my union and serving my community. So please feel free to say hello!