On Saturday, March 24, Dr. Patricia Adelekan of Anaheim was one of 104 women honored by Congressman Lou Correa and presented with a 2018 Women of Distinction Award during Women’s History Month at the River Arena Church in Anaheim.
As Congressman, this was the first inaugural event honoring women. During the ceremony, the Congressman stated that the importance of women in our homes, schools, churches, communities, and world can never be overestimated.
He said even though his mom passed away about two years ago, he still misses her and that the hurt never goes away. He encouraged more people to nominate more deserving women next year so that the arena will be filled to its 2,000 seat capacity.
“I am happy that someone nominated me,” said Adelekan. “I am grateful.”
Adelekan is a longtime pioneer in the fields of education, community involvement, and creating innovative programs that fill various needs in society. She is the founder of the 33-year-old nonprofit youth education organization, Youth-on-the-Move, Inc. and the founder of the International Educators’ Hall of Fame. She has often been referred to as Anaheim’s female “Living Legend.” She also serves as Commissioner on the Anaheim Cultural and Heritage Commission.
The various categories honored at the event were business leaders, civic leaders, community activists, education leaders, faith-based leaders, neighborhood heroes, senior community, veterans, and youth mentors. It was a lively and inspirational event.
Adelekan says that “Blazing new paths of achievement” is one of her purposes in life. She encourages all women to know that each one is special and that each has a special purpose in life too. If you would like to contact her, please check her out on Facebook.
