Mimi Tuden is currently a junior at Berkeley High School and an international adoptee from Taiwan. Passionate about advocating for important issues, she is excited to serve as the Lead Moderator for the Mental Health breakout room. With a strong belief that mental health is a critical issue, especially for youth, Mimi looks forward to raising awareness and sharing healthy coping strategies during the session. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time outdoors and hanging out with friends, and is a passionate skier. Mimi is eager to contribute to meaningful conversations about mental well-being and to support others in navigating these challenges.

Chris Medina Brown is a mixed-race, Latino and Polynesian adoptee, born and raised in the East Bay. He holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Saint Mary’s College of California and is currently in his third year of private practice as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT). Chris practices at Camphortree Healing Collective, where he provides therapeutic services to individuals from a wide range of diverse backgrounds. In addition to his private practice, Chris is in his second year as an academic instructor at Saint Mary’s College of California, where he teaches future therapists, school counselors, and school psychologists the foundational skills necessary for effective therapeutic practice. He is passionate about supporting and guiding his clients and students through their unique journeys toward healing and growth.

Antonio Hernandez is the President of the Antioch Unified School District Board of Education, a position he has held since his election in 2020. A third-year medical student at the UC Davis School of Medicine, Antonio is currently on educational leave to pursue a Joint Master’s in Policy, Organization, and Leadership Studies at the Stanford Graduate School of Education, as well as a Master’s in Public Policy. Antonio’s passion for community service began early when he was named Youth of the Year for the City of Antioch. He earned his degree in Economics from Stanford University and began his career at UCSF as a clinical researcher and quality improvement analyst in the Pediatrics Department at San Francisco General Hospital. Beyond his academic and professional work, Antonio has a distinguished background in leadership development. He served as the National President of HOSA – Future Health Professionals, a student-led organization with over 250,000 members and 2.4 million alumni, before becoming a leadership teacher for TEAMTRI, an organization dedicated to empowering middle and high school students in leadership, public speaking, and team-building. Antonio is committed to addressing the comprehensive needs of students, understanding that education extends beyond academics to include essential factors like access to housing, food, and healthcare. His diverse experiences reflect his dedication to making a lasting impact on both the local and national education landscape.