SAFE Credit Union Board of Directors
Board Member, 2022 - present
Second Vice Chair, 2024 - present
Associate Board Member, 2021 - 2022
Since 1940, SAFE Credit Union has been helping people make their financial dreams become realities and turning financial relationships into friendships. SAFE's mission is to help members improve their financial well-being, provide excellent service, and ensure a financially sound credit union. SAFE serves the following counties: Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, Yolo, San Joaquin, Contra Costa, Solano, Yuba, Sutter, Butte, Nevada, Alameda, and Amador. The SAFE board of directors, executive management team, and audit committee work together to ensure that every decision is made with members’ financial well-being in mind.
Second Vice Chair, 2024 - present
Associate Board Member, 2021 - 2022
Since 1940, SAFE Credit Union has been helping people make their financial dreams become realities and turning financial relationships into friendships. SAFE's mission is to help members improve their financial well-being, provide excellent service, and ensure a financially sound credit union. SAFE serves the following counties: Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, Yolo, San Joaquin, Contra Costa, Solano, Yuba, Sutter, Butte, Nevada, Alameda, and Amador. The SAFE board of directors, executive management team, and audit committee work together to ensure that every decision is made with members’ financial well-being in mind.
Sacramento Asian-Pacific Chamber of Commerce
Board Member, 2023 - present
Chair, Internal Study Mission, 2024 - present
Founded in 1993, the Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce is the largest minority chamber in the Sacramento region. Throughout the years, SACC has continued to champion diversity and inclusion as a source of strength and opportunity, including the over 6,000 Asian American and Pacific Islander owned businesses, offering the technical support, resources, and level of advocacy they need to thrive as part of an inclusive economy in the Sacramento region. The Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce’s board of directors is comprised of community and business leaders who believe in creating a more inclusive regional economy.
Chair, Internal Study Mission, 2024 - present
Founded in 1993, the Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce is the largest minority chamber in the Sacramento region. Throughout the years, SACC has continued to champion diversity and inclusion as a source of strength and opportunity, including the over 6,000 Asian American and Pacific Islander owned businesses, offering the technical support, resources, and level of advocacy they need to thrive as part of an inclusive economy in the Sacramento region. The Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce’s board of directors is comprised of community and business leaders who believe in creating a more inclusive regional economy.
California Department of Public Health,
Office of Health Equity
Advisory Committee Member, 2021 - present
Co-Chair, 2022 - present
The Office of Health Equity Advisory Committee (OHE AC) is integral in advancing the goals of the office and advises in the development and implementation of the OHE Strategic Plan. The OHE AC gives feedback to the workplans and priority areas of OHE programs and consults regularly with OHE for input and updates on policy recommendations, strategic plans, emerging issues, and areas of growth.
Co-Chair, 2022 - present
The Office of Health Equity Advisory Committee (OHE AC) is integral in advancing the goals of the office and advises in the development and implementation of the OHE Strategic Plan. The OHE AC gives feedback to the workplans and priority areas of OHE programs and consults regularly with OHE for input and updates on policy recommendations, strategic plans, emerging issues, and areas of growth.
California Planning Roundtable
Member, 2019 - present
President, 2023 - present
Vice President of Programs, 2022 - 2023
California Planning Roundtable advances planning practice and influences policy through innovation and leadership to create healthy, prosperous and equitable communities. CPR serves as a resource for policy exploration, innovation and development for California planning to enhance the sustainability, equity and livability of California communities. CPR focuses on emerging policy issues with cutting edge solutions. The California Planning Roundtable was formed in 1981 as a think tank affiliated with the American Planning Association's California Chapter.
President, 2023 - present
Vice President of Programs, 2022 - 2023
California Planning Roundtable advances planning practice and influences policy through innovation and leadership to create healthy, prosperous and equitable communities. CPR serves as a resource for policy exploration, innovation and development for California planning to enhance the sustainability, equity and livability of California communities. CPR focuses on emerging policy issues with cutting edge solutions. The California Planning Roundtable was formed in 1981 as a think tank affiliated with the American Planning Association's California Chapter.
Yolo County Climate Action Commission
Commissioner, 2021 - present
Equity & Engagement Technical Advisory Committee, Vice Chair, 2022 - present
The Yolo County Climate Action Commission (YCCAC) is an advisory body appointed by the Yolo County Board of Supervisors. The YCCAC is charged with the development and implementation of the 2030 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) and ensuring vulnerable, marginalized, and historically underserved communities are centered in the process.
Equity & Engagement Technical Advisory Committee, Vice Chair, 2022 - present
The Yolo County Climate Action Commission (YCCAC) is an advisory body appointed by the Yolo County Board of Supervisors. The YCCAC is charged with the development and implementation of the 2030 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) and ensuring vulnerable, marginalized, and historically underserved communities are centered in the process.
Path to Positive Communities
A Program of ecoAmerica
Executive Committee Member, 2023 - present
Path to Positive Communities is led by a diverse and growing network of community leaders and elected officials at the city, county and regional levels. Additional leaders are from organizations that serve local officials through training, capacity building, program support and peer-to-peer learning opportunities. All members of this Leadership Circle make advancing climate solutions within their institutions and communities an important part of their leadership.
Path to Positive Communities is led by a diverse and growing network of community leaders and elected officials at the city, county and regional levels. Additional leaders are from organizations that serve local officials through training, capacity building, program support and peer-to-peer learning opportunities. All members of this Leadership Circle make advancing climate solutions within their institutions and communities an important part of their leadership.
Strategic Growth Council
Catalyst Conference Steering Committee
Steering Committee Member, 2023 - 2024
The California Strategic Growth Council (SGC) will host the Catalyst Conference, themed Progress in Place, in Sacramento in February 2024. The inaugural Catalyst Conference in 2023 focused on building partnerships and identifying solutions to implement the Justice40 initiative in California. The 2024 Steering Committee is comprised of 14 representatives from public agencies, business partners, philanthropies, research centers, nonprofit organizations, and other community organizations.
The California Strategic Growth Council (SGC) will host the Catalyst Conference, themed Progress in Place, in Sacramento in February 2024. The inaugural Catalyst Conference in 2023 focused on building partnerships and identifying solutions to implement the Justice40 initiative in California. The 2024 Steering Committee is comprised of 14 representatives from public agencies, business partners, philanthropies, research centers, nonprofit organizations, and other community organizations.
Public Scholarship and Engagement Advisory Council
UC Davis Office of Public Scholarship and Engagement
Member, 2023 - present
The Public Scholarship and Engagement Advisory Council (PSEAC) consists of university and
non-university constituents who advise, promote, support and contribute to the work and vision of PSE.
The Council will both inform and generate ideas around PSE program development and provide feedback
on existing program areas and activities. Members play a crucial role in connecting PSE to university and
non-university constituencies by representing diverse issues and viewpoints; raising awareness of PSE
through their constituencies; and working to maintain the long-term sustainability of PSE. Collectively, the Advisory Council will ensure the representation of faculty, staff, students, and community partners.
The Council represents expertise and leadership from across UC Davis Colleges and Schools and the
community.
The Public Scholarship and Engagement Advisory Council (PSEAC) consists of university and
non-university constituents who advise, promote, support and contribute to the work and vision of PSE.
The Council will both inform and generate ideas around PSE program development and provide feedback
on existing program areas and activities. Members play a crucial role in connecting PSE to university and
non-university constituencies by representing diverse issues and viewpoints; raising awareness of PSE
through their constituencies; and working to maintain the long-term sustainability of PSE. Collectively, the Advisory Council will ensure the representation of faculty, staff, students, and community partners.
The Council represents expertise and leadership from across UC Davis Colleges and Schools and the
community.
Scholars Strategy Network
Member, 2019 - 2023
Chapter Co-Leader, 2019 - 2023
The Scholars Strategy Network (SSN) is committed to connecting journalists, policymakers, and civic leaders with America’s top researchers to improve policy and strengthen democracy. The Sacramento Area Chapter connects scholars from across the capitol region and the Sacramento valley. Our chapter seeks to foster relationships with each other, with policy-makers, and with community leaders. We leverage member expertise and quality research to inform state and regional policy in a wide range of interest areas. Learn more about the chapter members and activities here.
Chapter Co-Leader, 2019 - 2023
The Scholars Strategy Network (SSN) is committed to connecting journalists, policymakers, and civic leaders with America’s top researchers to improve policy and strengthen democracy. The Sacramento Area Chapter connects scholars from across the capitol region and the Sacramento valley. Our chapter seeks to foster relationships with each other, with policy-makers, and with community leaders. We leverage member expertise and quality research to inform state and regional policy in a wide range of interest areas. Learn more about the chapter members and activities here.
Lambda Alpha International
Member, Sacramento Chapter, 2020 - 2023
Executive Team, Global Regenerative Land Economics Initiatives, 2020 - 2021
Lambda Alpha International Land Economic Society invites outstanding individuals from many parts of the world who have distinguished themselves in all of the various disciplines and activities that relate to the use and re-use of land. LAI has designated five major purposes: (1) to recognize and honor men and women in all parts of the world whose achievements have contributed, directly or indirectly, to the advancement of the science of land economics, to a better understanding of the principles of land economics, or to the practical application of such principles in the preservation, development or better utilization of the world’s and resources; (2) to encourage and support the study of land economics and support the highest ideals of scholarship and integrity for all fields — professional, business, governmental and academic — in which land economics is studied or practiced; (3) to expand the world’s knowledge and understanding of the principles of land economics and encourage and support the application of such principles to both public policy and private endeavor; (4) to take those actions and support those ideas, individually and collectively, which contribute to the enrichment of our urban and rural environment and benefit the quality of human life; and (5) to advance a close working bond and mutual understanding among men and women engaged in all disciplines and activities related to land economics.
Executive Team, Global Regenerative Land Economics Initiatives, 2020 - 2021
Lambda Alpha International Land Economic Society invites outstanding individuals from many parts of the world who have distinguished themselves in all of the various disciplines and activities that relate to the use and re-use of land. LAI has designated five major purposes: (1) to recognize and honor men and women in all parts of the world whose achievements have contributed, directly or indirectly, to the advancement of the science of land economics, to a better understanding of the principles of land economics, or to the practical application of such principles in the preservation, development or better utilization of the world’s and resources; (2) to encourage and support the study of land economics and support the highest ideals of scholarship and integrity for all fields — professional, business, governmental and academic — in which land economics is studied or practiced; (3) to expand the world’s knowledge and understanding of the principles of land economics and encourage and support the application of such principles to both public policy and private endeavor; (4) to take those actions and support those ideas, individually and collectively, which contribute to the enrichment of our urban and rural environment and benefit the quality of human life; and (5) to advance a close working bond and mutual understanding among men and women engaged in all disciplines and activities related to land economics.
Urban Land Institute
Member, 2007 - present
Health Leaders Network, 2022 Cohort
Health and Equity Task Force, 2019-2021
Mentor, Mentorship Forums, 2018
Co-Chair, Riverfront Committee, 2016 - 2018
Member, National Public-Private Partnership Council, 2015 - 2016
Co-Chair, Women's Leadership Initiative, 2014 - 2016
Co-Chair, Mentorship Forums, 2009 - 2010
Young Leaders Group Executive Committee, 2009 - 2010, 2013 - 2015
The Urban Land Institute provides leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide. On the Young Leaders Group Executive Committee, she took pride in organizing events such as the tour a beer garden in Sacramento's first shipping container project and a discussion of urban greening featuring the City Councilmember for Sacramento's Downtown and Midtown neighborhoods. As a founding member and Co-Chair for the first two years of the Women's Leadership Initiative, she played a key role in increasing female membership by 25% in the first year alone. Through leadership luncheons, networking mixers, the Boardroom After Dark series, and the Professional Development Series, WLI provides unique programming for women professionals from a variety of fields and sectors, including developers, elected and appointed officials, land use attorneys, transportation experts, health professionals, and policymakers. As the Co-Chair of the Riverfront Committee, Bernadette convened stakeholders from real estate, business, and public agencies across multiple jurisdictions.
Health Leaders Network, 2022 Cohort
Health and Equity Task Force, 2019-2021
Mentor, Mentorship Forums, 2018
Co-Chair, Riverfront Committee, 2016 - 2018
Member, National Public-Private Partnership Council, 2015 - 2016
Co-Chair, Women's Leadership Initiative, 2014 - 2016
Co-Chair, Mentorship Forums, 2009 - 2010
Young Leaders Group Executive Committee, 2009 - 2010, 2013 - 2015
The Urban Land Institute provides leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide. On the Young Leaders Group Executive Committee, she took pride in organizing events such as the tour a beer garden in Sacramento's first shipping container project and a discussion of urban greening featuring the City Councilmember for Sacramento's Downtown and Midtown neighborhoods. As a founding member and Co-Chair for the first two years of the Women's Leadership Initiative, she played a key role in increasing female membership by 25% in the first year alone. Through leadership luncheons, networking mixers, the Boardroom After Dark series, and the Professional Development Series, WLI provides unique programming for women professionals from a variety of fields and sectors, including developers, elected and appointed officials, land use attorneys, transportation experts, health professionals, and policymakers. As the Co-Chair of the Riverfront Committee, Bernadette convened stakeholders from real estate, business, and public agencies across multiple jurisdictions.
Girl Scouts - Heart of Central California
Board of Directors, 2019 - present
Community Liaison, Riverbank Service Unit, 2017 - 2019
The Board of Directors develops, manages, and maintains Girl Scouting for the regional council within the terms of the Girl Scout charter from GSUSA. Board Members are elected at the Annual Meeting the Representative Assembly. Girl Scouts Heart of Central California serves 18,000 girls in 18 counties in Northern and Central California.
As Community Liaison, I worked with other members of the service unit to promote the value of Girl Scouts to the public, connect Girl Scouts with community opportunities, and ensure visibility of Girl Scouts in the community.
Community Liaison, Riverbank Service Unit, 2017 - 2019
The Board of Directors develops, manages, and maintains Girl Scouting for the regional council within the terms of the Girl Scout charter from GSUSA. Board Members are elected at the Annual Meeting the Representative Assembly. Girl Scouts Heart of Central California serves 18,000 girls in 18 counties in Northern and Central California.
As Community Liaison, I worked with other members of the service unit to promote the value of Girl Scouts to the public, connect Girl Scouts with community opportunities, and ensure visibility of Girl Scouts in the community.
Member, 2020 - 2023
Secretary, 2021 - 2023
The Faculty Executive Committee is a committee comprised of members of the Academic Senate and Academic Federation, housed under the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Activities include reviewing new and changes to courses and degree programs, weighing in on academic and curricular affairs as they impact faculty and students, and other issues of concern to members of the Academic Senate and Academic Federation.
Secretary, 2021 - 2023
The Faculty Executive Committee is a committee comprised of members of the Academic Senate and Academic Federation, housed under the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Activities include reviewing new and changes to courses and degree programs, weighing in on academic and curricular affairs as they impact faculty and students, and other issues of concern to members of the Academic Senate and Academic Federation.
California Department of Housing and Community Development,
Statewide Housing Plan
Advisory Committee Member, 2021-2022
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is launching efforts to refresh the Statewide Housing Plan (SHP) for all Californians—policymakers, practitioners, state/regional/local and private entities, academia, and community members. The California SHP will include: housing goals, policies, and objectives; data and analysis of 10 years of housing need for all residents, including vulnerable populations; details about current housing conditions; recommended actions for government and private sector to achieve housing goals; housing assistance goals, including for people experiencing homelessness; identification of constraints and recommendations to remove barriers; evaluation of data priorities and needs to support housing goals; and strategies to coordinate housing assistance and activities.
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is launching efforts to refresh the Statewide Housing Plan (SHP) for all Californians—policymakers, practitioners, state/regional/local and private entities, academia, and community members. The California SHP will include: housing goals, policies, and objectives; data and analysis of 10 years of housing need for all residents, including vulnerable populations; details about current housing conditions; recommended actions for government and private sector to achieve housing goals; housing assistance goals, including for people experiencing homelessness; identification of constraints and recommendations to remove barriers; evaluation of data priorities and needs to support housing goals; and strategies to coordinate housing assistance and activities.
Chill Sacramento
Advisor, 2018 - present
Chill Sacramento is dedicated to creating safe, healthy communities. Through learning each others' stories, understanding the history of policies, politics and systemic exclusion in our region and country, we can more clearly see how to break down walls of fear and replace them with bridges of understanding which lead to change. Chill Advisors inform Chill Sacramento educational program development, board development, funding and strategic partnership development.
Chill Sacramento is dedicated to creating safe, healthy communities. Through learning each others' stories, understanding the history of policies, politics and systemic exclusion in our region and country, we can more clearly see how to break down walls of fear and replace them with bridges of understanding which lead to change. Chill Advisors inform Chill Sacramento educational program development, board development, funding and strategic partnership development.
Imagining America
UC Davis Steering Committee Member, 2017 - 2021
As a movement of publicly engaged artists, designers, students, scholars, and community members, the Imagining America consortium works towards the democratic transformation of higher education and civic life in pursuit of equity and social justice.
As a movement of publicly engaged artists, designers, students, scholars, and community members, the Imagining America consortium works towards the democratic transformation of higher education and civic life in pursuit of equity and social justice.
Yolo County Democratic Party
Central Committee Delegate, 2017 - 2021
The Yolo County Democratic Party, coordinated by the Yolo County Democratic Central Committee, conducts, communicates, and promulgates the platform, ideals and values of the Democratic Party in Yolo County, California. The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By-Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee.
The Yolo County Democratic Party, coordinated by the Yolo County Democratic Central Committee, conducts, communicates, and promulgates the platform, ideals and values of the Democratic Party in Yolo County, California. The Yolo County Democratic Central Committee serves as the official representative and governing body of the California Democratic Party in Yolo County, carrying out such duties as are consistent with the Elections Code of the State of California and the By-Laws and policies of the California Democratic Party and Democratic National Committee.
Planning Commission
Commissioner, 2014 - 2020
Chair, 2017 - 2018
Vice Chair, 2015 - 2016, 2020
Chair, 2017 - 2018
Vice Chair, 2015 - 2016, 2020
The Commission has the powers and duties prescribed by city ordinance and state statute, including Planning and Zoning law, the Subdivision Map Act, and CEQA. The Planning Commission is designated as the board of permit appeals for decisions of the zoning administrator and is the board of zoning adjustment. She also represented the Planning Commission on the AARP Age-Friendly Advisory Committee, which provide guidance around the development of the Age-Friendly Action Plan for the City of West Sacramento, one of the first three AARP Age-Friendly Communities in California.
Technical Advisory Committee on Community Health and Resiliency, 2019 - 2020
With an urgent need to take action, Mayor Steinberg of Sacramento and Mayor Cabaldon of West Sacramento are leading the Mayors’ Commission on Climate Change to develop a common vision and set of strategies for both cities to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions, referred to as Carbon Zero, by 2045. Mayor Steinberg of Sacramento and Mayor Cabaldon of West Sacramento recognized how critical it is to prepare for the impacts of climate change in our region, including rising temperatures, droughts, fires, and floods. To inform the work of the Commission, several Technical Advisory Committees (TACs) have been established, focusing on Built Environment, Mobility, and Community Health & Resiliency, as well as a new TAC on Finance. Each TAC, comprised of technical experts and community leaders, developed and presented recommendations for the Commission to consider.
With an urgent need to take action, Mayor Steinberg of Sacramento and Mayor Cabaldon of West Sacramento are leading the Mayors’ Commission on Climate Change to develop a common vision and set of strategies for both cities to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions, referred to as Carbon Zero, by 2045. Mayor Steinberg of Sacramento and Mayor Cabaldon of West Sacramento recognized how critical it is to prepare for the impacts of climate change in our region, including rising temperatures, droughts, fires, and floods. To inform the work of the Commission, several Technical Advisory Committees (TACs) have been established, focusing on Built Environment, Mobility, and Community Health & Resiliency, as well as a new TAC on Finance. Each TAC, comprised of technical experts and community leaders, developed and presented recommendations for the Commission to consider.
Code for Sacramento
Advisory Board Member, 2016 - 2018
As a Code for America Brigade, Code for Sac is part of a national network of civic-minded volunteers who contribute their skills toward using the web as a platform for local government and community service.
Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Task Force
Participant, 2016 - 2018
This task force of research centers provide state agencies with information to guide statewide data-driven housing policy.
This task force of research centers provide state agencies with information to guide statewide data-driven housing policy.
California Coalition for Parent Participation Nursery Schools
President, Sacramento Valley Chapter, 2015 - 2016
The California Council of Parent Participation Nursery Schools (CCPPNS) is a state-wide community of parents and educators committed to teaching and inspiring families through parent involvement and mutual support. Parent participation nursery schools and preschools are founded on the principle that the best education will result from an active partnership among parents, teachers, and children. The Sacramento Valley Chapter includes schools in Auburn, Folsom, Grass Valley, Loomis, Roseville, Sacramento, West Sacramento, Winters, and Woodland.
The California Council of Parent Participation Nursery Schools (CCPPNS) is a state-wide community of parents and educators committed to teaching and inspiring families through parent involvement and mutual support. Parent participation nursery schools and preschools are founded on the principle that the best education will result from an active partnership among parents, teachers, and children. The Sacramento Valley Chapter includes schools in Auburn, Folsom, Grass Valley, Loomis, Roseville, Sacramento, West Sacramento, Winters, and Woodland.
Sacramento Metro Chamber of Commerce
Member, 2014 - 2015
As a participant in the Metro Chamber's Metro EDGE program, Bernadette joined the Sacramento region’s 40-and-under young professionals who convene to learn about civic and business leadership and engagement. In June 2014 she was profiled in the Words of Wisdom, an interview discussing lessons and insights from the region's leaders.
Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association
Charter Member, 2014 - present
The mission of APAPA is to empower Asian and Pacific Islander Americans in civic and public affairs through education, active participation, and leadership development.
The mission of APAPA is to empower Asian and Pacific Islander Americans in civic and public affairs through education, active participation, and leadership development.
Rooftop Alliance
Board Member, 2014 - 2016
The Rooftop Alliance is a team of green space loving Sacramentans who are working to make rooftop gardens more common and more accessible right here in our urban backyard. Our signature event is the annual UPark, an rooftop garden party that transforms a parking garage into an activate urban green space.
The Rooftop Alliance is a team of green space loving Sacramentans who are working to make rooftop gardens more common and more accessible right here in our urban backyard. Our signature event is the annual UPark, an rooftop garden party that transforms a parking garage into an activate urban green space.
Parks and Community Services Commission
Commissioner, 2008 - 2014
Chair, 2013 - 2014
Vice Chair, 2012 - 2013
The Commission advises the West Sacramento City Council in any matter or issue affecting the well being, enhancement, and.or enrichment of the citizens; and in matters pertaining to use, maintenance, improvement and development of city parks. The highlights of her tenure were the West Sacramento Recreation Center, West Sacramento Community Center, Clarksburg Branch Line Trail, extension of the Riverwalk Park Trail, and two new parks in the Bridge District.
Chair, 2013 - 2014
Vice Chair, 2012 - 2013
The Commission advises the West Sacramento City Council in any matter or issue affecting the well being, enhancement, and.or enrichment of the citizens; and in matters pertaining to use, maintenance, improvement and development of city parks. The highlights of her tenure were the West Sacramento Recreation Center, West Sacramento Community Center, Clarksburg Branch Line Trail, extension of the Riverwalk Park Trail, and two new parks in the Bridge District.
Amigos de las Americas
Advisory Board Member, 2013 - 2015
Amigos de las Americas seeks to inspire and build young leaders through collaborative community development and immersion in cross-cultural experiences. The organization prepares teens and young adults for full-immersion cultural exchange and community services projects in Latin America. The Sacramento-Davis Chapter launched the Backyard Program in 2014. This program aims to provide the support and training necessary for young people to identify and respond to opportunities to enhance social equity in their community with the dual goals of youth development and cross-cultural learning.
Amigos de las Americas seeks to inspire and build young leaders through collaborative community development and immersion in cross-cultural experiences. The organization prepares teens and young adults for full-immersion cultural exchange and community services projects in Latin America. The Sacramento-Davis Chapter launched the Backyard Program in 2014. This program aims to provide the support and training necessary for young people to identify and respond to opportunities to enhance social equity in their community with the dual goals of youth development and cross-cultural learning.
Sacramento ENRICHES
Board of Directors, 2008 - 2010
Sacramento ENRICHES is a non-profit community based organization committed to empowering youth and families in the Sacramento area. By supporting youth, parents, caregivers and community members, ENRICHES strengthens families and build the capacity of our community.
Alchemist Community Development Corporation
Treasurer, 2008 - 2009
Board of Directors, 2007 - 2011
Board of Directors, 2007 - 2011
Alchemist CDC's mission is to support Sacramento area residents in their efforts to create vibrant, healthy, and diverse communities. Key projects include administering CalFresh (food stamps) at Farmers Markets and coordinating the Urban Farm Stand at a variety of neighborhoods, including Alkali Flat, Del Paso Heights, McClatchy Park, and Bryte & Broderick.
