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Staff

Executive Director - Mika Tari, LMSW

Marketing & Communications Coordinator - Kelly Watson

Executive Director - Mika Tari, LMSW

 I was born in Korea and was  adopted by a second generation Ukraine. I came to the US when I was  about 4yo. and grew up on Long Island NY, in a single parent household.  As a poor Asian kid in a very homogenous, affluent area my childhood was challenging to say the least. 


I have my MSW from New Mexico State University and have lived in

 I was born in Korea and was  adopted by a second generation Ukraine. I came to the US when I was  about 4yo. and grew up on Long Island NY, in a single parent household.  As a poor Asian kid in a very homogenous, affluent area my childhood was challenging to say the least. 


I have my MSW from New Mexico State University and have lived in NM  for more than 23 years. Though a late bloomer to higher education, I  can safely say that I have worked in areas which could be considered  social work for decades. The first 15 years of anything resembling a career path was working in group homes for those  with IDD and on the autism spectrum. When I moved to NM I continued with  non profits that did similar work, also in programs such as supported  employment and early childhood. Most recently I was in state government with the NM Human Services Department (HSD)5  years in the Medical Assistance Division and  the last five years with  the Behavioral Health Services Division (BHSD) as a Deputy Director and  briefly as the Interim Director. 


My goals as the NASW-NM Executive Director are to support our  profession and professionals, to help grow the next generation of quality social workers, and to influence policy that promotes social  justice and equity. For those that have heard me make a pitch, my tag line is “To make NASW-NM relevant to the State again".

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Corporate Support Manager - Shelby Greaser

Marketing & Communications Coordinator - Kelly Watson

Executive Director - Mika Tari, LMSW

 I am Shelby Greaser, I received my MSW from New Mexico Highlands  University in May 2020. I am furthering my education by attending New  Mexico Highlands University to receive my MBA, I am expected to graduate  in May 2021. I first began my work with NASW-NM as a 1st  year MSW intern where I partnered closely with the lobbyist to advocat

 I am Shelby Greaser, I received my MSW from New Mexico Highlands  University in May 2020. I am furthering my education by attending New  Mexico Highlands University to receive my MBA, I am expected to graduate  in May 2021. I first began my work with NASW-NM as a 1st  year MSW intern where I partnered closely with the lobbyist to advocate  for social workers during the legislative session and helped to plan the  NASW-NM conference. After interning, I was contracted with NASW-NM to  provide conference support by working with exhibitors and sponsors as  well as providing administrative assistance to the chapter. I am currently continuing my contract work with NASW-NM but I have expanded  my capacities to include legislative initiatives and student member support.  As a social worker, I am passionate  about building community and engaging in social justice and I intend to include these passions in every aspect of my life.    

Marketing & Communications Coordinator - Kelly Watson

Marketing & Communications Coordinator - Kelly Watson

Marketing & Communications Coordinator - Kelly Watson

I am Kelly Watson and I'm excited at the opportunity to be joining the NASW-NM staff. I graduated with honors in May 2021 with my MSW from New Mexico State University. I was an intern for NASW-NM during the 2020-2021 school year where I helped coordinate and lead Student Legislative Advocacy Day (SLAD). During my time as an intern I also 

I am Kelly Watson and I'm excited at the opportunity to be joining the NASW-NM staff. I graduated with honors in May 2021 with my MSW from New Mexico State University. I was an intern for NASW-NM during the 2020-2021 school year where I helped coordinate and lead Student Legislative Advocacy Day (SLAD). During my time as an intern I also worked closely with the Legislative Committee, ran the NASW-NM social media pages, and helped during the annual conference. Prior to earning my MSW, I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of New Mexico with a bachelor's degree in sociology and a minor in psychology.  I am particularly interested in policy and advocacy-based social work with an emphasis on criminal justice reform and drug laws. During my spare time, I enjoy playing tennis and traveling. 

INTERNS

Matt McClung

Karlene Anderson

Daniela Romero

 Hello! My name is James McClung but I go by Matt. I am a third year, part-time MSW student at New Mexico State University. I received my bachelor's degree from Eastern New Mexico and have spent most of my life here in Albuquerque except for a couple of years out in Georgia. What made me decide to pursue a degree in social work was my exp

 Hello! My name is James McClung but I go by Matt. I am a third year, part-time MSW student at New Mexico State University. I received my bachelor's degree from Eastern New Mexico and have spent most of my life here in Albuquerque except for a couple of years out in Georgia. What made me decide to pursue a degree in social work was my experience working at treatment center for children here in Albuquerque. It was this experience working with at risk children that I decided that I wanted to get into a field that would allow me to help these individuals and others who might not have anyone in their lives who will advocate and fight for their rights and needs. Currently I am working full time at UNM as a H.R Tech while i complete school, but during my free time I like to stay active either at the gym or outdoors and hang out with my family and friends.

Daniela Romero

Karlene Anderson

Daniela Romero

 Daniela Romero was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is a wife and mother of one son, her family is her priority. She has devoted her education, career path and life to supporting and empowering others. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of New Mexico in psychology and criminology with a minor in evolu

 Daniela Romero was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is a wife and mother of one son, her family is her priority. She has devoted her education, career path and life to supporting and empowering others. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of New Mexico in psychology and criminology with a minor in evolutionary anthropology. She currently attends New Mexico Highlands University as a Master of Social work student on the leadership and administration track. She purposes to use her education and experience as a vehicle for positive change and impact lives for the better. She hopes to one day open her own organization for youth within the state of New Mexico.  

Karlene Anderson

Karlene Anderson

Karlene Anderson

I am Karlene Anderson. I am a Black, cisgender, bisexual woman with lightness privilege and supermom of three exceptional children. Since I was one year old, I have lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I dream of becoming a social worker to help uplift and enhance the well-being of our communities within New Mexico. I am a full-time, first-y

I am Karlene Anderson. I am a Black, cisgender, bisexual woman with lightness privilege and supermom of three exceptional children. Since I was one year old, I have lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I dream of becoming a social worker to help uplift and enhance the well-being of our communities within New Mexico. I am a full-time, first-year Master of Social Work student at New Mexico Highlands University. I received my bachelor's from the University of New Mexico in 2018. My major was sociology, with a minor in psychology. My background and education have aided me in understanding people's cultures and social influences, family and friends' social dynamics, and religions while expanding my care and respect for other vulnerable populations. I believe that social work can help create safe, healthy, and creative solutions for the people of New Mexico, from our clinical practice to the halls of the state capital. 


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