Loving wife and mother of four, born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. Tameka is a communitarian and well-known advocate for women, children, and their families. She has spent her career fighting for Nevada's working, underserved, and most vulnerable residents.
In 2024, Tameka Henry was elected trustee representing Clark County School Board District C. She serves as the executive director of The Obodo Collective. Obodo's mission is to provide long-term solutions and support to eliminate multi-generational poverty in our communities. This work includes eviction court observations to keep families housed, supporting families with referrals for resources, including free child care and mutual aid, and combating food insecurity. Obodo's gem is its Urban Farm at 1300 C Street on the Historic Westside, which provides gardening classes and chef demos while increasing access to locally grown quality produce.
Her position on several mission-driven organizations allows her to continue to advocate for the issues that matter to her most. Including:
