Dunia Perich, the Associate Executive Director of Bresee FamilySource Center, was the Council District 13 Honoree at this year’s Women of Impact Awards hosted on March 14 by the Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department and the City Council.
Dunia was honored for dedicating her career to lifting up working-class and immigrant communities. Dunia oversees all Bresee programs, data, and evaluation efforts, fosters a positive organizational culture, and serves as the primary liaison for City of Los Angeles partnerships.
Bresee is one of our 19 FamilySource Centers, which serve more than 50,000 Angelenos and offer comprehensive services to children and families while providing social, educational, work, and family support and resources. From food distributions to wellness and financial workshops, FSCs help families find the resources to increase income, establish financial security, and build academic success.