Kim is committed to addressing the struggles of renters in Oregon. She recognizes that central to that struggle are systemic and historic barriers to housing, economic and environmental justice faced by people of color, women, indigenous communities, LGBTQ people, and people with disabilities. She believes that CAT’s model of community engagement, education, and advocacy works to empower renters to make the changes they need.

Kim’s career includes community organizing, contract management, and policy development. She has a wide range of housing sector experience including affordable housing development, property management, and housing policy with a focus on renters and Fair Housing.

In all of her work, she has brought the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. She plans to build on these values with the passionate board members, employees, and members at CAT.