Our Council of Transformation

(Formally known as: The Board of Directors)

Why? This name emphasizes the Board’s dynamic role in shaping the organization’s mission and vision. “Council” reflects a collaborative and inclusive leadership structure, while “Transformation” aligns with UTOPIA PDX’s focus on evolving and uplifting the community.

Vision: To intentionally co-create with the UTOPIA PDX community through critical, intersectional, & decolonized navigation.

Core Values:

  • Communication

  • Reciprocity

  • Accountability

Goal: To cultivate relationships of:

  • Staff & Council of Directors

  • UTOPIA PDX and the QTPI Community in Oregon & SW Washington

tARA BENaVENTE

[THEY/SHE]

EXECUTIVE MEMBER
Council CHAIR

Isaac reyes tenorio

[HE/HIM]

EXECUTIVE MEMBER

FINANCE CHAIR

Esther patterson

[THEY/SHE]

Council MEMBER

Kawika maui kalama

[THEY/THEM]

Council MEMBER

Terina clark

[SHE/HER]

EXECUTIVE MEMBER
SECRETARIAL CHAIR

bui baravilala

[PRONOUN FRIENDLY]

Council MEMBER

keni liufau

[HE/HIM]

Council MEMBER