Endorsements
What Supporters Are Saying About Charmaine
The strength of our union comes from its members. Throughout her career, Charmaine has earned the trust and support of healthcare professionals, labor leaders, and members across UNAC/UHCP.
"As someone who became deeply engaged during the strike and continued that engagement during this contract cycle, I’ve spent a great deal of time listening, asking questions, reviewing information, and reflecting on what kind of leadership I believe our union needs moving forward.
For that reason, I am proudly endorsing Charmaine Morales for President of UNAC/UHCP.
Leadership isn’t about making the loudest promises. It’s about building the strongest organization. It’s about experience, relationships, strategy, and putting our members in the best position to succeed not just today, but for years to come.
No contract is perfect, and we should always expect our leaders to keep pushing for more. But I also believe it’s important to recognize the progress that has been made while continuing to strengthen our union for the future.
Throughout this process, I’ve come to appreciate Charmaine’s willingness to engage in honest conversations and focus on long-term strategy rather than short-term applause. Effective leadership requires discipline, credibility, and the ability to see a clear pathway to a common goal that helps ALL members.
As healthcare professionals, we understand that meaningful change rarely happens overnight. It takes preparation, persistence, and experienced leadership.
I believe Charmaine Morales has demonstrated those qualities, and I trust her to continue moving our union forward.
I hope you’ll join me in voting for Charmaine Morales for President of UNAC/UHCP.”
Camille Stone, CNM, MSN
CNM | Member of KPCSP
"I’m a pediatric nurse at Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center. I fully endorse Charmaine Morales in her bid for reelection as UNAC/UHCP President. Under her leadership, our union has expanded. Our strength has been recognized across the country and our voices have been amplified, invoking change for our profession and our community. Experience matters. We need a quarterback that knows the game, can carry a team and will lift and mentor our rookies to be our union’s next leaders. Charmaine is our quarterback. This is our team. With her at the heart, as the heart, of our game plan, our patients and our providers win."
Lucky Longoria, RN
Pediatrics Nurse | Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center
"Charmaine Morales has the vision, the fortitude, and the experience that UNAC/UHCP needs at its helm, and I’m behind her 100%.”
Sanayo Kondo
Physical Therapist | Acupuncturists and Therapists of Northern California
“I first became involved in union work with UNAC/UHCP when I attended Lobby Day in Sacramento in 2023. It was there that I met Charmaine and heard her speak about her vision of One UNAC/UHCP. She spoke about bringing together every profession represented by our union, standing up for one another, growing our membership, and building the collective power needed to advocate for healthcare workers across every setting.
That vision inspired me to become more involved. Since that day in May 2023, I have served two terms as Contract Specialist for my affiliate, been elected Vice President of my affiliate, and had the privilege of serving on the 2025 Blue Book bargaining team.
Over the past three years, I have watched Charmaine lead our union with strength, passion, precision, and integrity. She leads with experience, but just as importantly, she leads with an unwavering commitment to every member of this union. She understands that our greatest strength comes from standing together and ensuring that every profession has a voice.
Because of what I have witnessed firsthand, I am proud to wholeheartedly endorse Charmaine Sunshine Morales for Executive President of UNAC/UHCP. I am confident she has the vision, experience, and dedication to continue building a stronger, more united union for all of us.”
Zachary Pritchett, RN-BC
Emergency Department | Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center
“Hi my name is Jennie Masaoy, RN and current president of CVRNA.(Chino Valley a registered Nurse Association)
I endorse Charmaine Morales for president of UNAC/ UHCP. She is dedicated in empowering us members. No matter how small or big of a Union or Affiliate she treats us equally. She taught us if we are united we are strong and we win. She embodies a true leader , and she brings out the best in me. Dedicated to her role as President of UNAC/ UHCP. My role model. She inspires me of everything she does for UNAC/UHCP. I saw her how she stands and fight for all the members. She listens to us. That is a true leader. Most important is she is experienced and that’s what matters most.
For a strong UNAC/ UHCP together we vote for Charmaine Morales for president.”
Jennie Masaoy, RN
President | Chino Valley a registered Nurse Association
“As one of the newer UNAC/UHCP contracts this past bargaining session, we got to experience the full gamut of unionizing and being a union member — from the initial stages of organizing, to card counting, bargaining, and striking. The United Nurse Anesthetists of Hawaii (UNAHI) was formed and reached a monumental first contract only because of the leadership and advocacy of our President, Charmaine Morales.
I'll admit, the whole process was overwhelming — including flying up to California for national bargaining and both strikes. As one of the three UNAHI bargaining team members, and now current Vice President of UNAHI, I've seen firsthand Charmaine's ability to build true solidarity and bring people together. Facing the intense pressure of our first union contract was a lot to take in, but Charmaine's welcoming presence turned a stressful bargaining session into a space where we felt confident and at home. Despite being a small union of less than 40 members out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, we felt like we mattered to Charmaine as much as the bigger unions in UNAC/UHCP.
I'll always remember when Charmaine flew out from California to stand with us on the strike line during our first contract fight. Her presence and inspiring speech helped lift everyone's spirits. She showed up when it mattered most, and that kind of leadership isn't something you can fake — it's exactly what we need going forward.
The challenges facing our union aren't getting easier, and now more than ever we need a President who's built the kind of experience and relationships it takes to get real results. Charmaine possesses the grit, integrity, and vision needed to lead our UNAC/UHCP membership forward.
I'm proud to endorse her for reelection as UNAC/UHCP President, and I encourage fellow members to do the same.”
Troy Holser
CRNA | UNAHI
“Hello brothers and sisters at UNAC/UHCP ,
It was a dismay to know that someone with in the union is acting as if he has an answer to everything!
As the president emeritus Kathy Sackman would say and I quote “ I don’t know everything, but sure I damn know how to bring the union up !”
That’s the mantra I live with when I help organize Orange County in 1999 to become an affiliate of UNAC .
We built it thru face to face and bathroom to bath room. ( want to know , ask your leadership in member engagement).
I fully support Charmaine Morales as your next president because she knows the story behind the struggles of how to build a union . Relationship with each members, the people with in the community, county, state , and both the international and national union.
This was done thru hard work and dedication as well as through grit and commitment.
Experience was not handed down to her, she earned it over the years.
Union knowledge did not exist on a vacuum…Charmaine earned it!”
Asela Omilig Espiritu
Retired Board of Director, Past President of both Irvine / Anaheim (KOCPA) One of the founding member of Orange County Affiliate in 1999/2000 | KOCPA
“Charmaine has helped our union grow and gain strength. She stands by her members. During bargaining there were times when kaiser didn’t show up but she did. She did what was best for everyone not just one classification. Everyone’s opinion and job matters to her the way it should. We are one union and need to stay that way.”
Stephanie Morales
RN | KOCPA Anaheim
“Aloha,
This past year has felt like a storm for UNAC/UHCP. And as we navigated our very first contract, we held on to whatever we could to stay grounded. Through it all, we drew our strength from our union.
It was a storm we may not have been fully prepared for. (Here in Hawaii we’ve been through a few lately.) But storms remind us of what matters most: the people beside us, the strength we find in one another, and our ability to rebuild together.
I’ve come to understand just how important the next Executive President will be in shaping the future of UNAC/UHCP. I know that the leadership we choose will help guide us through whatever challenges lie ahead.
If you’ve ever been to Hawaiʻi, you’ve probably heard about the “Aloha Spirit.”
It’s the spirit of truly caring for others. Of being present. Of sharing a bit yourself. Of lifting one another up and enjoying life together.
Aloha isn’t just something that’s said—it’s something that’s felt. It’s something that’s lived.
Charmaine is someone who carries that kind of spirit.
She has an aloha that truly cares for our members. Her greatest strength—and one of her greatest gifts—is her ability to bring people together.
She has shown strength and poise in times of uncertainty, while continuing to lead with grace, humility, and compassion.
Even though our chapter here in Hawaii is small, Charmine was right there with us throughout bargaining and stood with us at the strike lines in full support for our Hawaii nurse anesthetists.
I know there will be more storms ahead. We can’t always control the storms that come our way. But we can choose how we face them—and who we stand beside when they arrive.
And I believe that in times like these, we need a leader who brings people together, who listens, who cares, and who can help us find our way forward together.
That is why I am proud to endorse Charmaine Morales for Executive President.
And today, I hope you’ll join me in believing in a future built on unity, strength, and—most importantly—Aloha.”
Steven Bazan
MSN, CRNA | UNAHI President
“Charmaine Morales has always exemplified compassionate leadership. She is open and approachable. She is a force to be reckoned with in representing Healthcare workers, not only across SoCal, but nationally.
I am voting for Charmaine Morales as President of UNAC/UHCP because I want a President with experience. One who listens more than talks. A President who cares about me as a Healthcare Professional and also as a person. Charmaine Morales is someone I admire and respect. I am proud to support Charmaine for President.”
Linda Stuart
SLP | DASH
“Experience, integrity and a fighter for health care workers. Charmaine is the leader we need to move UNAC/UHCP forward.”
Elena Serna
RN | KOCPA
“Charmaine has supported Riverside, and Advanced Practice Providers specifically, tirelessly and earnestly throughout her first term, whether fighting to keep a single nurse from losing her job, to increasing support for Riverside members with a second staff representative, or to winning paid breastmilk pumping time for the tens of thousands UNAC/UHCP and Alliance members, whenever we've asked. And of course she has: Charmaine works for everyone. It's where her heart is - with healthcare workers, with labor, and with anyone who needs a voice. I wholeheartedly endorse Charmaine Morales for President.”
Douglas Wong, PA-C
PA-C | KRRN-UHCP Riverside Clinic President
“I proudly support the re-election of Charmaine Morales as UNAC/UHCP's President. Her knowledge, passion for our union, and leadership style can't be beat. Vote for Charmaine Morales!”
Arlene Paiste, RN
RN | SPNN Treasurer
"I’m proud to endorse Charmaine Morales for President of UNAC/UHCP. Charmaine has led our union with integrity, accountability, and transparency. Throughout her four-year term, she has remained committed to building leaders within our union, strengthening our membership, and reminding us that we are always stronger together. She also helps make our communities better by volunteering at different community events.
My name is Karina Dwyer, and I’ve been an RN at KSBHPA for 25 years. In all my years at Kaiser, I have never seen this level of member growth, engagement, and leadership development. Charmaine has inspired members to become active, empowered advocates for one another creating a stronger, more united union.
Her leadership has made a lasting impact, and I am confident she is the right person to continue leading UNAC/UHCP forward.
I proudly support Charmaine Morales for President, and I encourage you to join me in voting for proven leadership that puts our members first."
Karina Torres-Dwyer, RN
RN | Member of KSBHPA
“I endorse Charmaine Morales for UNAC/UHCP President.”
Sophia Pak, PharmD
PharmD | UPSC
“I’m proud to support and vote for Charmaine Morales for UNAC/UHCP President because I believe she has the experience, vision, and leadership our union needs. She understands that a strong union is built by listening to members, bringing people together, and making sure every voice is heard.
As someone who has been active in our union, I know how important it is to have a leader who understands the challenges we face in our workplaces. Charmaine has shown that she is committed to protecting our contracts, improving working conditions, supporting safe staffing, and fighting for quality patient care. She knows that when we take care of healthcare workers, we can provide the best care for our patients.
Leadership is more than making promises. It takes experience, the ability to build relationships, and the courage to stand up for members, even during difficult times. Charmaine has demonstrated those qualities throughout her years of service. She has helped strengthen our union by investing in member education, leadership development, and organizing so we can continue to grow together.
I also believe in her vision of Progress with Purpose because it reflects what our union should be about—moving forward together while keeping members at the center of every decision. She understands that every member matters, whether you are a new member or have been with the union for many years.
This election is about choosing a leader who is prepared on day one, has a proven record of service, and will continue building a stronger future for all of us. I trust Charmaine Morales to lead with integrity, unity, and purpose.
That is why I am proudly voting for Charmaine Morales for UNAC/UHCP President and encourage my fellow members to join me in supporting her.”
Jeejee Llanos
Occupational Therapist | UTSC
“I am a UPSC pharmacist and officer, and I have been a pharmacist for more than 25 years. I first met Charmaine at the 2022 UNAC Convention, and I remember being struck by how genuinely interested she was in our affiliate and, more importantly, in our members.
Over the course of my career, I have been represented by UFCW and The Guild for Professional Pharmacists. Those experiences unfortunately shaped my perception of union leadership. I rarely had the opportunity to meet union leaders, have them be accessible to me as a member, or feel that my voice and input truly mattered.
Then I met Charmaine.
She has completely changed my perspective on what union leadership can be. I have personally witnessed how accessible and engaged she is with our members. Despite the incredible demands of being President, she continues to make time for members who reach out to her. She listens. She engages. She cares. And she makes people feel that their concerns matter.
That may sound simple, but anyone who has been a union member for a long time knows how meaningful that is. Being heard and knowing that someone is willing to take the time to listen can make all the difference.
Charmaine understands something that I believe is at the heart of a strong union: **we are all the union, and every voice matters.** She doesn't just say that—she lives it.
I am continually amazed by the amount of time, energy, and heart she puts into her work on behalf of UNAC/UHCP members and our community. I see how hard she works, how many relationships she builds, and how committed she is to making sure our members have a voice. She understands that meaningful change doesn't happen by simply talking about it. It takes dedication, relationships, persistence, and a willingness to do the work every single day.
After more than 25 years as a pharmacist and having experienced different forms of union representation throughout my career, I don't take good leadership for granted. Charmaine has earned my trust—not because of what she says, but because of what I have personally seen her do.
**I would trust no other candidate to guide this union into the future.**
I am proud to support Charmaine because I know how deeply she cares about our members, I know how hard she works for them, and I know that when she says every voice matters, she means it.
That is the kind of leadership I believe in, and that is the kind of leadership I want for the future of UNAC/UHCP.”
Malinda Greene
Steward Coordinator South and 2026 Contract Specialist | UPSC
“Her experience gives her the knowledge.
Her strength gives her the ability to lead.
Her understanding of our members gives her the perspective.
And her kindness and genuine commitment give her the heart to do it the right way.
I wholeheartedly endorse Charmaine Morales for Union”
Patricia Alvarado-Perez
RN-Gastroenterology | KSBHPA
“As a UNAC/UHCP Board of Director, I am endorsing an expereinced and knowledgeable leader of 40,000 Union members.”
Jennifer Colcol-Marquez
RN Case Manager | SCNSC
Charmaine is such an incredible leader and advocate for all people but especially the underdog. She is a champion for the working people of all professions but especially fighting for healthcare workers. She is a true fighter for the labor movement. Her passion and drive are truly admirable. I got to see her leadership and character during this last bargaining cycle with Kaiser Permanente and the labor strikes first hand as a part of the National bargaining team. She was always the voice of reason and focused on the priorities of our union and membership. She never let anything change her mindset or lower her integrity despite many challenges. Charmaine is someone I have the utmost respect for as a person, leader and as someone who always does what is right. I support her as our President and have all the confidence in her ability to continue to lead our union towards further growth. Thank you Charmaine for all that you do for each and every one of us both in the visible and hidden work.”
Brian Nitta
Physical Therapist | ATNC
“As President of the Parkview Registered Nurses Association, I am proud to endorse Charmaine Morales for a second term as President of UNAC/UHCP.
Throughout her leadership, Charmaine has demonstrated unwavering dedication to advocating for our members, protecting our contracts, and ensuring that the voices of healthcare professionals are heard at every level of our union. She has consistently led with integrity, transparency, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of the members she serves.
Strong leadership requires experience, vision, and the ability to unite people around a common purpose. Charmaine has proven time and again that she possesses these qualities. She has worked tirelessly to support our members, fight for fair wages, safe staffing, quality benefits, and stronger working conditions while always keeping the needs of frontline healthcare professionals at the forefront.
As President of the Parkview Registered Nurses Association, I have had the opportunity to witness Charmaine's dedication and collaborative leadership firsthand. She is an advocate who listens, leads with compassion, and remains steadfast in her commitment to protecting and advancing the interests of our members.
The work of our union is ongoing, and I am confident that Charmaine Morales has the experience, passion, and vision to continue moving UNAC/UHCP forward. I respectfully encourage you to join me in supporting and re-electing Charmaine Morales for a second term as President of UNAC/UHCP.”
Yvette Harris, RN
President | Parkview Registered Nurses Association (PRNA)
“ I personally endorse Charmaine! She has been there for our bargaining team and gotten to know every single one of us! Vote Charmaine!”
Jennifer Scholz
CNM | NCAM
"I am writing to formally endorse Charmaine Morales for President of UNAC/UHCP.
Charmaine has spent years growing within our union and deeply understands the daily realities our members faces in hospitals and clinics. Her extensive experience is incomparable, having served as a steward, contract specialist, secretary, vice president, and president of UNAC/UHCP. She possesses a thorough understanding of how this union operates and how to deliver the fairest results for its members.
Charmaine leads with the conviction that every member deserves a voice. She is known for listening first, weighing the facts, and applying rules consistently for everyone. Her track record demonstrates a steadfast commitment to transparency, due process, and equal representation for all chapters and affiliates.
Charmaine represents all of us knowing that we are the strongest when we stand together by building unity without silencing differences. She brings RNs and other healthcare professionals to the same table and fights for contracts that lift every job classification, no matter the size of the affiliates or chapters. I have no doubt that she will represent the full diversity of our union, rather than just a few.
This election is about the future of our union. Charmaine has the experience to lead, the integrity to be honest, fair, as well as the vision to represent all of us. I urge you to vote for Charmaine for UNAC/UHCP President!
In Solidarity,”
Sandra J. Chun, RT
RT | UTSC, LAMC - Mental Health Center
“As President of UPSC, I was designated to serve on the Common Issues Committee (CIC) alongside President Charmaine Morales for National Bargaining with Kaiser Permanente in 2025-2026. I saw firsthand how she navigated difficult negotiations while balancing competing priorities, how she kept our subgroups and members up-to-date with the strategy of ongoing negotiations in mind, and how she considered the impact of any decision on each of the members of UNAC/UHCP, both individually and as a whole.
President Morales has the knowledge, wisdom, integrity, and experience needed to move UNAC/UHCP forward. I have seen her strength in silence as well as in speech, her leadership through transparency as well as through confidentiality, and her willingness to fight for us behind-the-scenes as well as in the public eye.
Progress with Purpose is how Charmaine lives her life each day. She has developed key relationships with the various employers of our UNAC/UHCP members in addition to establishing meaningful relationships across the labor movement as a whole.
Vote for Charmaine, because every member matters!”
Stephenie Ellis, PharmD
President | United Pharmacists of Southern California (UPSC)
“I am a Labor and Delivery nurse; I am proud to endorse Charmaine Morales for President of UNAC/UHCP for second term.
Every day, we care for patients and families during some of the most important moments like having babies. We know the challenges that come with our profession—safe staffing to care for our laboring patients and their newborns, increasing workloads, workplace safety, and ensuring our voices are heard. These are not just workplace issues; they directly affect the quality of care we provide.
I support Charmaine because she understands these challenges and has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to advocating for frontline healthcare workers. I want to involve in our union more because Charmaine is truly inspiring with her every speech and her actions ! Charmaine is easy to approach when you have your individual concerns, I am very comfortable when talking to her.
Charmaine leads with integrity, listens to members, and believes that every nurse and healthcare professional deserves respect, fair representation, and a strong voice at the bargaining table as evidence by 55 tentative agreements from this contract we just won.
Charmaine’s leadership is rooted in collaboration, transparency, cultural sensitivities, and accountability. She has the experience and dedication to strengthen our union while continuing to fight for the issues that matter most to all of us.
I am confident that Charmaine Morales will continue to be a tireless advocate for our members and our patients. I encourage everyone to join me in voting for Charmaine Morales for President of UNAC/UHCP in the upcoming convention. Together, we can build a stronger union, and we will be ready for 2029 bargaining.”
Shelley Sun, RN
Labor Delivery Registered Nurse | KBPRNA
“As Board of Director, I have had a front row seat to President Charmaine Morales leadership. She leads with integrity, passion, activism, compassion and steadiness even when presented with tremendous pressure. I've asked her recently why does she want to run for re-election as our President when she can run for public office. She explained to me that she loves our union so much and that her work with UNACUHCP isn't done yet. It doesn't matter what event is occuring, President Charmaine Morales is there. I have stood by her side feeding the homeless on Skid Row, supporting our Veterans, lobbying with our Representatives in Washington DC to help save Medicaid, on strike lines and informational pickets, labor day marches and so much more. What really sticks with me is that she treat me the same as a Board of Director as when she first met me as a Union Steward years ago. Every member truly matters to her. Whether you work at a large affiliate/chapter or an independent, it doesn't matter as she will fight for you with grit & tenacity. I saw this characteristic during our latest bargaining with Kaiser where she refused to leave our newest members behind. Next, she has already formed pivotal relationships with many leaders including our politicians who can help pass legislation that impacts our members and patients. Those relationships do not happen overnight as trust needs to be established before progress is made. Lastly, I recently observed our President in action at our International Union AFSCME Convention and I couldn't be prouder of her. She presented on many resolutions and I observed her as a leader on several boards including Vice President of AFSCME which represents over 1.4 million members and as Secretary/Treasurer of NUHHCE. President Charmaine Morales possess all the qualities of a strong leader with years of experience and is ready on day 1 to guide our 42,000 plus members foward. I am honored to formally endorse President Charmaine Morales for re-election as UNACUHCP Executive President as I can't think of a better leader that I trust and know has our members best interest at heart.”
Kadi Gonzalez
RN | KDRNAPP Board of Director
“Hello union family, my name is Stella Terrell-Dandridge and I am the medical office president for the Kaiser Downey Registered nurses and Advance Practice Providers (KDRNAPP). I am proudly endorsing Charmaine Morales for UNACUHCP president, she is the future of our union. Charmaine has the experience and qualities as an effective leader to grow this union by giving those a voice in the workforce trying to unionize for better working conditions and benefits. As an affiliate leader, my support and backing for the best candidate for our executive President-the choice is easy…Charmaine Morales. My affiliate members well-being is the first and utmost priority in this recommendation. Being a longtime member of KDRNAPP, it will be 24 years this November, we have the best contract and wage increases ever in my career under President Charmaine’s four year tenure. Therefore, Charmaine Morales is the unsurpassed and most optimal choice for executive Presient and I highly recommend my fellow Downey convention delegates to support her candidacy for re-election. Thank you!”
Stella Terrell-Dandridge
MOB/Clinic President, Registered Nurse | KDRNAPP
“I stand in full support of Charmaine Morales for President because she has demonstrated tireless efforts to advocate for all, especially devoting, energy and resources to ensure strong representation for our members and the patients we care for! I personally witnessed her support as we lead our successful organizing campaign and I am honored to cast my vote for Charmaine 2026!!”
Emily Gould
NP |APU
“ When our group of CRNAs at Kaiser Hawaiʻi came together to form UNAHI, we were brand new to the union, a first-contract group stepping into bargaining for the very first time. I’ll never forget that first day. Charmaine gave us a pep talk that felt like it came from a big sister: warm, steady, and full of belief in us before we had fully learned to believe in ourselves. She made a room full of nervous first-timers feel like we belonged.
When I later sat with her at the bargaining table, I saw another side of her. Charmaine was quiet, but her presence commands the room. She knows workers’ rights inside and out, from what management is legally required to bargain over to how to hold the line on safe staffing and fair working conditions. She never needed to raise her voice to be heard.
Then I stood with her on the strike line, and that voice rang out, mighty and full of conviction. She gave every one of us the courage to keep standing.
Charmaine’s leadership is deeply inspiring. Her passion for this union comes from wholehearted care for the people in it. She has a rare gift for making every member feel seen. She knows you by name, and that is exactly what we need in our Executive President.
I wholeheartedly support Charmaine Morales for reelection.”
Geraldine Doronio
DNP, CRNA | UNAHI
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Every endorsement represents a member who believes in a stronger, more united future for UNAC/UHCP.
Together, we can continue building on our successes, strengthening our voice, and preparing our union for the challenges ahead.
If you would like to endorse Charmaine Morales, share your story, or become involved in the campaign, we would love to hear from you.
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RN | KSBHPA
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KWHPA Rep Coordinator | KWHPA
Maria Santamaria
RN | UNAC/UHCP
Amelia Morton
RN | UNAC
Marylin Rama
Staff RN | UNAC
Andrew Calderon
PA | KSBHPA