
Tsering Something
"A voice for our Future"
My Vision
Experience & Background
Community Technology Initiative Volunteer Tech Lead, 2022 -
Present Led a team of volunteers to establish computer literacy programs for underserved communities, reaching over 500 participants across three cities. Developed curriculum focused on practical digital skills and coordinated with local libraries to provide ongoing support. Regional Food Security Coalition Board Member, 2021 - Present Serve on the strategic planning committee addressing food access challenges in rural areas. Helped secure $180,000 in grant funding and organized quarterly community distribution events serving 200+ families monthly. Youth Mentorship Program Mentor, 2020 - Present Provide one-on-one guidance to high school students interested in STEM careers. Support students through college application processes, interview preparation, and career exploration activities. Downtown Revitalization Committee Member, 2019 - 2022 Collaborated with local business owners and city planners on initiatives to strengthen downtown economic development. Contributed to the successful launch of a seasonal farmers market and small business grant program. Disaster Relief Network Emergency Response Volunteer, 2018 - Present Participate in rapid response teams during natural disasters, providing logistical support, supply distribution, and community coordination. Completed FEMA certification in emergency management.
Key Objectives
Establish 500 units of affordable housing within 24 months
Launch workforce training program serving 1
000 participants annually
Reduce carbon emissions by 30% by 2030
Expand free community health clinics to all underserved neighborhoods
Increase small business grant funding by $2 million per year
Maya Chen is a dedicated public servant and community advocate with over a decade of experience bridging technology, education, and social impact. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, Maya learned early the importance of community engagement from her parents, both educators who devoted their careers to serving underrepresented students. After earning her Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Washington and a Master's in Public Administration from Cornell, Maya began her career as a software engineer at a Seattle-based tech company. However, her passion for community service soon led her to pivot toward nonprofit work, where she could combine her technical expertise with her commitment to social equity. For the past eight years, Maya has served as Executive Director of TechBridge Northwest, a nonprofit she helped grow from a small volunteer initiative into a regional organization serving over 3,000 individuals annually. Under her leadership, TechBridge has launched digital literacy programs in 15 underserved communities, established job training partnerships with major employers, and created pathways for formerly incarcerated individuals to enter the tech sector.
MA in public library
Software Engineer