Christney Kpodo A proud Tacoma native, youth advocate, public speaker, and community leader with over 15 years of experience in youth development. With a psychology degree from Pacific Lutheran University, Christney serves as an equity specialist for the Bethel School District, working to remove systemic barriers and support student and family success. As Vice President of Empower Youth Futures, Christney helps provide housing diversion, education pathways, and mental health supports for youth and young adults. Christney also trains teens in mental health first aid and invests time and expertise into the community, striving to equip youth and families with the tools and confidence to build fulfilling lives.