Alison Goh
Ruth Grace Wong
Ruth Grace Wong
CO-PRESIDENT
Executive Board
she/her
Alison Goh is the co-president of the League of Women Voters of San Francisco (LWVSF), where she oversees many aspects of LWVSF, including advocacy, communications, and budget/finances. Previously, Alison has been the vice president of Voter Services and the chair of the Pros & Cons Guide.
As an immigrant,
CO-PRESIDENT
Executive Board
she/her
Alison Goh is the co-president of the League of Women Voters of San Francisco (LWVSF), where she oversees many aspects of LWVSF, including advocacy, communications, and budget/finances. Previously, Alison has been the vice president of Voter Services and the chair of the Pros & Cons Guide.
As an immigrant, Alison remembers the first time her parents were able to vote in the United States and how proud they were to engage in this democracy. Alison feels that she stands on the shoulders of those who came before us, who fought for, and continue to push for, the right to vote. She brings a passion for women' s representation in government and policy, as well as dedication to government transparency and accountability to those it seeks to represent.
League snack of choice: Cheese and wine!
Ruth Grace Wong
Ruth Grace Wong
Ruth Grace Wong
CO-PRESIDENT
Executive Board
she/her
Ruth Grace Wong is a software engineer by day, and tries to do too much in her spare time. She's slowly working on a part-time Master of Public Health, occasionally writes on manufacturing-related topics, edits Wikipedia for fun, and sews matching outfits for her family. She lives in the Mission District with her husband and children.
Kristin Born
Ruth Grace Wong
Kristin Born
TREASURER
Executive Board
she/her
Kristin Born is a partner at PwC and the treasurer of the League of Women Voters of San Francisco. Kristin is a tax attorney with experience in creating and deploying tax technical tools that leverage artificial intelligence. Prior to her time at PwC, she led a tax function at Meta giving her hands-on opera
TREASURER
Executive Board
she/her
Kristin Born is a partner at PwC and the treasurer of the League of Women Voters of San Francisco. Kristin is a tax attorney with experience in creating and deploying tax technical tools that leverage artificial intelligence. Prior to her time at PwC, she led a tax function at Meta giving her hands-on operational experience. Kristin moved to San Francisco after living in Boston, Asia, New York City, and the United Kingdom, where she worked and volunteered in various industries including education, tech, communications, and law. Kristin is passionate about access to education, health care rights, and racial justice. Kristin enjoys culinary pursuits, live music, and road trips along the coast with her husband and two rescue dogs.
Joan Ryan
Ruth Grace Wong
Kristin Born
SECRETARY
Executive Board
she/her
Joan Ryan serves as the secretary for the League of Women Voters of San Francisco, where she attends monthly board meetings, prepares meeting minutes, and develops meeting summaries for distribution to League members.
In 2022, Joan was motivated to join the League after working as an election day poll worker
SECRETARY
Executive Board
she/her
Joan Ryan serves as the secretary for the League of Women Voters of San Francisco, where she attends monthly board meetings, prepares meeting minutes, and develops meeting summaries for distribution to League members.
In 2022, Joan was motivated to join the League after working as an election day poll worker and assisting older adults who were voting for the first time. As a person who enjoys problem solving, Joan hopes to use her experience as an engineer and planner to assist with expanding voter education, protecting equal voting rights, and increasing representation of women in elected and appointed positions.
League snack of choice: Rice salad or deviled eggs!
Elisa Bond
Michelle Moritz
Michelle Moritz
VICE PRESIDENT OF DEVELOPMENT
Executive Board
she/her
Elisa Bond is a financial services analyst with experience in development and helping nonprofits raise significant funds for programs and general operating support. She has a B.A. in psychology with electives in law. Elisa has been fortunate to live and work in two countries. This intern
VICE PRESIDENT OF DEVELOPMENT
Executive Board
she/her
Elisa Bond is a financial services analyst with experience in development and helping nonprofits raise significant funds for programs and general operating support. She has a B.A. in psychology with electives in law. Elisa has been fortunate to live and work in two countries. This international experience has broadened her world view, interest, and sensitivity to other cultures and developed her ability to work with others holding different work values. With family roots in Rochester, New York, the presence and legacy of Susan B. Anthony has always cemented in her the importance of women’s suffrage and for equal voting rights. She is an avid runner and participates annually in the North Face Endurance Challenge and the Oakland Running Festival.
Michelle Moritz
Michelle Moritz
Michelle Moritz
VICE PRESIDENT OF VOTER SERVICES
Executive Board
she/her
Michelle Moritz joined the League of Women Voters of San Francisco in 2016. She has volunteered primarily on the Voter Services Committee, running voter registration drives in the community and at high schools and community colleges. Michelle has also led many of LWVSF's legislative i
VICE PRESIDENT OF VOTER SERVICES
Executive Board
she/her
Michelle Moritz joined the League of Women Voters of San Francisco in 2016. She has volunteered primarily on the Voter Services Committee, running voter registration drives in the community and at high schools and community colleges. Michelle has also led many of LWVSF's legislative interviews and assisted with candidate forums. Originally from Chicago, Michelle grew up in Colorado's great outdoors, horseback riding, hiking, and skiing, and she still enjoys outdoor recreation whenever possible. Michelle received a Ph.D. in biological sciences from Carnegie Mellon University and has worked as a research scientist at University of California, San Francisco for more than 30 years.
Angela Brown
Michelle Moritz
Angela Brown
EDUCATION CHAIR
she/her
Reverend Angela Brown is an accomplished individual with diverse experiences in law enforcement, the military, and ministry. After completing her education in San Francisco public schools, she obtained a Bachelor of Science from the University of San Francisco and Juris Doctorate from San Francisco Law School. She be
EDUCATION CHAIR
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Reverend Angela Brown is an accomplished individual with diverse experiences in law enforcement, the military, and ministry. After completing her education in San Francisco public schools, she obtained a Bachelor of Science from the University of San Francisco and Juris Doctorate from San Francisco Law School. She began her career as an investigator with the San Francisco District Attorney's Office, and later worked as an assistant district attorney in various capacities until retiring in 2010. Rev. Angela also served in the U.S. Navy Reserves for 22 years, achieving the rank of Commander before retiring in 2006. After leaving the District Attorney's Office, Rev. Angela answered her calling to ministry, and was appointed minister of community engagement, advocacy, and social justice for the eight United Methodist Churches in San Francisco. She previously served as an associate pastor at Glide Memorial Church, serves as a San Francisco community chaplain, and holds positions on the Pacific School of Religion board of trustees, various Ecumenical groups, and community activist committees. Additionally, she is a proud Diamond Life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Colleen Chan
Michelle Moritz
Angela Brown
MEMBERSHIP CO-CHAIR
she/her
Colleen Chan has been a San Francisco resident for over 20 years after living in New York, Texas, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. Colleen is an executive in management consulting, and has helped clients across many industries, including high tech, life sciences, manufacturing and in the public sector, to achieve
MEMBERSHIP CO-CHAIR
she/her
Colleen Chan has been a San Francisco resident for over 20 years after living in New York, Texas, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. Colleen is an executive in management consulting, and has helped clients across many industries, including high tech, life sciences, manufacturing and in the public sector, to achieve their transformation objectives. She has also built multiple business offerings and managed strategic partnerships for consulting firms and technology companies. Colleen is most excited about building a strong and active member community to achieve the League's mission. She loves the beauty and diversity of Northern California and she is an avid snowboarder, as well as an unabashed lover of all cuisines all year round.
Steve Cohen
Emily Gorodetskiy
Emily Gorodetskiy
DIRECTOR AT LARGE
he/him
Steve Cohen was born and raised in San Francisco and has deep civic roots committed to securing democratic guardrails and supporting voter education and engagement. He serves as principal advisor to the Cow Hollow Fund and SLC Giving Fund at the San Francisco Foundation. Steve led the Bay Area Democracy Funders for
DIRECTOR AT LARGE
he/him
Steve Cohen was born and raised in San Francisco and has deep civic roots committed to securing democratic guardrails and supporting voter education and engagement. He serves as principal advisor to the Cow Hollow Fund and SLC Giving Fund at the San Francisco Foundation. Steve led the Bay Area Democracy Funders for over a decade. Cohen is primarily a retired communications professional, working mainly at the University of California, and has held multiple professional and volunteer positions, including with local advocacy groups.
Emily Gorodetskiy
Emily Gorodetskiy
Emily Gorodetskiy
YOUTH COUNCIL CO-CHAIR
she/her
Emily Gorodetskiy is co-chair of the Youth Council at the League of Women Voters of San Francisco (LWVSF), where she co-leads initiatives such as the District Voices podcast, youth voter registration drives, and partnerships with other local youth councils. Emily also attends LWVSF board meetings to stay conne
YOUTH COUNCIL CO-CHAIR
she/her
Emily Gorodetskiy is co-chair of the Youth Council at the League of Women Voters of San Francisco (LWVSF), where she co-leads initiatives such as the District Voices podcast, youth voter registration drives, and partnerships with other local youth councils. Emily also attends LWVSF board meetings to stay connected with the chapter’s broader work.
In April 2024, Emily joined the LWVSF Youth Council. One highlight that stands out is traveling to Sacramento, where she was recognized for her civic leadership by state Assemblymember Catherine Stefani during a California Assembly session—and had the opportunity to interview her afterward. Emily is motivated to serve by her belief in making civic engagement accessible to all young people, especially those often overlooked. Her experience in youth leadership, public speaking, and organizing has helped contribute to LWVSF’s mission of empowering voters in meaningful ways.
League snack of choice: Cookies! Warm cookies give me the same welcoming feeling that LWVSF has shown me.
Connie Leonard
Emily Gorodetskiy
Connie Leonard
PROS & CONS GUIDE CHAIR
she/her
Connie Leonard is the Pros & Cons Guide Chair for LWVSF. As a League of Women Voters of San Francisco member, she has mostly volunteered with the Voter Services Committee. Connie works as a civil engineer, project manager, and consultant, focusing on water resources, energy, and resource recovery. She brings
PROS & CONS GUIDE CHAIR
she/her
Connie Leonard is the Pros & Cons Guide Chair for LWVSF. As a League of Women Voters of San Francisco member, she has mostly volunteered with the Voter Services Committee. Connie works as a civil engineer, project manager, and consultant, focusing on water resources, energy, and resource recovery. She brings this experience to the League, along with an interest in infrastructure, climate resiliency, and planning. Connie studied civil engineering at University of California, Berkeley, moved to Southern California for a while, and moved back to the Bay Area in 2018. She enjoys biking to work and takes longer bike rides or hikes on the weekends, enjoying the outdoors in San Francisco and the greater Bay Area. Connie is a cat mom to a tabby named Malone.
Rebecca Miller
Emily Gorodetskiy
Connie Leonard
MEMBERSHIP CO-CHAIR
she/her
Rebecca Miller serves as co-chair of the membership committee of the League of Women Voters of San Francisco (LWVSF) where she focuses on engaging members in LWVSF’s mission as well as recruiting new members. Before her current role, Rebecca led efforts to fill the volunteer coordinator position. She is motivated
MEMBERSHIP CO-CHAIR
she/her
Rebecca Miller serves as co-chair of the membership committee of the League of Women Voters of San Francisco (LWVSF) where she focuses on engaging members in LWVSF’s mission as well as recruiting new members. Before her current role, Rebecca led efforts to fill the volunteer coordinator position. She is motivated by the League’s grassroots nature and its team-based approach to making democracy work, and Rebecca is inspired by contributing to a historic women’s organization in San Francisco.
Drawing on her background in public higher education and the power of teamwork, Rebecca uses her skills connecting and collaborating across LWVSF and with our partners to create a more participatory democracy.
League snack of choice: Pecan Tassies from her Alabama roots!
Leah Mordehai
Leah Mordehai
Leah Mordehai
YOUTH COUNCIL CO-CHAIR
she/her
Leah Mordehai is co-chair of the Youth Council at the League of Women Voters of San Francisco (LWVSF), where she co-leads and coordinates youth-focused initiatives that increase civic engagement. Her work includes voter education, the District Voices podcast, youth voter registration drives, and ensuring young
YOUTH COUNCIL CO-CHAIR
she/her
Leah Mordehai is co-chair of the Youth Council at the League of Women Voters of San Francisco (LWVSF), where she co-leads and coordinates youth-focused initiatives that increase civic engagement. Her work includes voter education, the District Voices podcast, youth voter registration drives, and ensuring young voices are represented in League programs. She also attends LWVSF board meetings to stay connected with the chapter’s broader work.
In her first role with LWVSF, Leah wants to bridge the gap between young people and civic life–making local government more accessible and ensuring youth perspectives are part of conversations on voting rights, policy, and community change. As San Francisco’s District One Youth Commissioner and an intern for Assemblymember Catherine Stefani, Leah supports the League’s outreach and advocacy goals while drawing on her background in youth leadership, policy research, and community organizing to inspire young audiences to become lifelong civic participants.
Leah is also the founder of Slavic Voice, a youth-led media platform amplifying Slavic perspectives, and serves as Vice President of the Junior Economic Club of San Francisco, a financial literacy program for underserved communities. These roles have strengthened her skills in advocacy, collaboration, and program development.
League snack of choice: Dark chocolate-covered almonds, the perfect energizing and shareable snack!
Leuwam Tesfai
Leah Mordehai
Leah Mordehai
COMMUNICATIONS CHAIR
she/her
Leuwam Tesfai is an attorney and serves as the Communications Chair of the League of Women Voters of San Francisco. Originally from San Diego, she moved to San Francisco from Atlanta, where she attended Emory University. Leuwam is a graduate of the University of San Francisco School of Law and is deputy executiv
COMMUNICATIONS CHAIR
she/her
Leuwam Tesfai is an attorney and serves as the Communications Chair of the League of Women Voters of San Francisco. Originally from San Diego, she moved to San Francisco from Atlanta, where she attended Emory University. Leuwam is a graduate of the University of San Francisco School of Law and is deputy executive director for energy and climate policy at the California Public Utilities Commission. Prior to this role she served as a chief of staff and legal advisor at California Public Utilities Commission, appointed by Governor Newsom in 2019. Leuwam held LWSF's seat on the Sunshine Ordinance Task Force from 2016 to 2020, appointed by the Board of Supervisors to advise on protecting the public's interest in open government. Leuwam is also a speaker and educator on energy and climate regulations in the international program of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners in partnership with the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development in Africa and South America. She also serves on the executive committee of Environmental Law Section of the California State Bar.
Jenny Tse
Leah Mordehai
Jenny Tse
ADVOCACY CHAIR
she/her
Born and raised in San Francisco, Jenny Tse has been a member of the League of Women Voters of San Francisco since 2016 and a director on the LWVSF board since 2017. She currently serves as LWVSF’s Advocacy Committee Chair. She has a background in nonprofit, labor, and social justice work and currently works for UNITE
ADVOCACY CHAIR
she/her
Born and raised in San Francisco, Jenny Tse has been a member of the League of Women Voters of San Francisco since 2016 and a director on the LWVSF board since 2017. She currently serves as LWVSF’s Advocacy Committee Chair. She has a background in nonprofit, labor, and social justice work and currently works for UNITE HERE! Local 2. Jenny was a founding member of the LWV of California Criminal Justice Task Force in 2018 where she helped develop the criminal justice position that was adopted by LWV of California in 2019 and adopted by LWV of the United States in 2022. Jenny also served as LWV of California’s Criminal Justice Committee Co-Chair and legislative analyst from 2021 to 2022. She is an avid open-water swimmer, swimming year-round in the San Francisco Bay.