[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 165 (Tuesday, October 10, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E945]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING THE 2023 WOMEN OF THE YEAR: CHERYL SUDDUTH

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                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 10, 2023

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker pro tempore, I rise today to recognize the 
contributions of Cheryl Sudduth as she is honored as one of 
California's 8th Congressional Districts Women of the Year.
  Cheryl is involved with numerous organizations that aim to improve 
the status of marginalized people in her community. As a Senior 
Director for Goodwill's AbilityOne program, she oversaw the building of 
thousands of fair housing units in Alameda County. Through this 
program, Cheryl also created programs that employ and train thousands 
of people who are traditionally excluded from the job market. Veterans, 
disabled individuals, formerly incarcerated people, and people 
returning to the workforce have benefitted from Cheryl's work. She has 
also been involved with Alliance 4 Girls, a local program providing 
mentorship to young girls to give them a space to grow and thrive. 
Through this program and others, Cheryl has personally mentored 
hundreds of girls in her community. In addition, she has served on a 
variety of boards and commissions, including the West County Wastewater 
District, Contra Costa Racial Oversight Body, ACLU, and NAACP. She also 
gives her time to a variety of organizations, ranging from racial 
justice, education, the environment, public safety, and much more. She 
has received numerous awards and recognitions for her considerable 
contributions to the community at-large. Cheryl's commitment to her 
community and improving all different aspects of public life serves as 
an inspiration to all who know her.
  On behalf of the people of California's 8th Congressional District, 
it is my pleasure to honor and recognize Cheryl Sudduth for her 
positive contributions to our community.

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