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Pictured: (L-R) Carla Sanchez; Undersecretary Christine Birdsong; Steph Jamis; Ana Chan; top monitor, Artemio Armenta<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month<\/strong><\/a> (September 15 \u2013 October 15)<\/strong>, CDFA\u2019s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee<\/strong><\/a> and Office of Civil Rights<\/strong><\/a> hosted a panel discussion on Tuesday. This year\u2019s theme, \u201cCollective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future,\u201d set the tone for an inspiring conversation among CDFA staff who shared their journeys, identities, and perspectives on agriculture, community, and culture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event took place in the CDFA Auditorium, with Undersecretary Christine Birdsong<\/strong> moderating the discussion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The panel featured:
Ana Chan<\/strong>, Grant Analyst, Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability<\/strong><\/a> 
Artemio Armenta<\/strong>, Public Information Officer II, Office of Public Affairs<\/strong><\/a>
Carla Sanchez<\/strong>, Assistant Director, Inspection Services Division<\/strong><\/a>
Steph Jamis<\/strong>, Environmental Scientist, Office of Agricultural Resilience and Sustainability<\/strong><\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stories of Heritage and Identity<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The conversation highlighted the diversity within Hispanic and Latino experiences, with each panelist reflecting on their family histories and how those shaped their personal and professional lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carla Sanchez<\/strong>, whose family roots are in Baja California, Jalisco, and Chihuahua, Mexico, shared her gratitude for being raised in a Spanish-speaking household where her grandparents played a central role. She reflected on how language shaped her education and career, from studying liberal arts and Latin American literature at UC Davis, to working in the Legislature, where she connected directly with Latino communities. Carla also spoke candidly about overcoming self-doubt and impostor syndrome, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and lifting others up. She also shared that Latinos now make up nearly 40 percent of California\u2019s population<\/a>, underscoring their central contributions to the state\u2019s agricultural powerhouse. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steph Jamis<\/strong> described her experience as the first generation of immigrant parents from Colombia and of Palestinian ancestry, noting that while her parents spoke Spanish at home, she felt pressure growing up to assimilate. At times, she struggled with identity and belonging, but she credited her parents\u2014both medical doctors\u2014as her ultimate role models. She spoke about their sacrifices and the strong emphasis on education and science in her family, acknowledging how this shaped her path in agriculture and resilience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ana Chan<\/strong>, whose grandparents emigrated from China to Peru, highlighted how her family embraced multiple cultures. Her parents began in agriculture before moving into processing and exports, always stressing that \u201ceducation was something no one could take away from you.\u201d She emphasized the values of family first, hard work, adaptability, and creativity\u2014qualities she now brings to her work at CDFA. She also described challenges as \u201clearning moments\u201d that fueled her growth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Artemio Armenta<\/strong> reflected on his connection to Mexico, language, history, and the dynamic cultures of indigenous peoples, Spain, and Latin American countries\u2014noting how these threads tie together his career in public affairs and outreach. He majored in International Relations and Hispanic Literature and Culture at Brown University\u2014and spoke about how cultural identity can enrich professional life, particularly in the context of agriculture and community engagement. He also noted that Spanish is the second most widely spoken language in the world and in the United States. In agriculture, knowing Spanish has been valuable in his role as a public information officer for CDFA, noting that farmers of Hispanic\/Latino descent make up approximately 14,791 producers in California<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking Forward<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the panel concluded, Undersecretary Birdsong thanked the speakers for their openness and candor. She also shared a deep and personal anecdote of ancestral identity\u2014highlighting her grandparent\u2019s Mexican ancestry. Faced with racial, ethnic and language discrimination, her grandparents did not teach Spanish to her mother. However, she\u2019s proud that her youngest daughter is currently taking Spanish.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The discussion reminded the audience that National Hispanic Heritage Month is not only about honoring the past, but also about creating space for shared experiences and representation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Related: <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CDFA Recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month 2025 | September 15 \u2013 October 15<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Kathy Topete and the Topete Family Farm Story<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CDFA hosts panel discussion for Hispanic Heritage Month<\/strong><\/a> (2024) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

National Hispanic Heritage Month \u2013 Panel of Hispanic Leaders at CDFA<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>(2023) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hispanic Heritage Month spotlight \u2014 Brisa Ranch<\/strong><\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

National Hispanic American Heritage Month \u2013 meet Joe Del Bosque, a cantaloupe farmer in the Central Valley<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CDFA participates in 10th annual Latino Farmer Conference in Monterey County<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CDFA participates in 9th annual Latino Farmer Conference in Stockton<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CDFA participates in 8th annual Latino Farmer Conference<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cGrowing Together\u201d \u2013 CDFA working with farmers, ranchers at Latino Farmer Conference<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CDFA at Latino Farmer Conference<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

CDFA participates in annual Latino Farmers Conference<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Latino Farmer Conference coming up November 15 in Monterey<\/strong><\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Resources:\u202f<\/strong>Farm Equity Office<\/strong><\/a>,\u202f<\/strong>Farmer Resource Portal<\/strong><\/a> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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