Everyone can be a leader

Tracy Keefe spoke to the Tehachapi American Association of University Women at their November meeting about the importance of serving as leaders in our community. She praised AAUW for their work in promoting equal pay and education for girls and called her talk a booster shot for what AAUW is already doing.

Keefe is the human resource manager for World Wind & Solar in Tehachapi. She said personal connections in the work place develop better workers with high expectations about their career. She tries to support her company's workers and praised them as eager, bright, and motivated.

In today's world there are so many negative influences and young people need hope. Keefe believes every person has the potential to lead someone else. There are opportunities to lead at work, at home, and in the community.

Keefe encouraged AAUW members to be role models and treat others as they would like to be treated. She stressed the importance of encouraging others and saying the right words at the right moment.

Membership in AAUW is open to both men and women with a 2-year or higher degree.

The organization promotes equity and education for women and girls. Call (858) 444-0496 or (571) 247-2143 for membership information.