Board of Directors

Keisha Como, MA, PPS, brings over 20 years of dedicated service to the Antelope Valley community as a seasoned educator and counselor. Currently a full-time high school counselor at SOAR High School and an adjunct professor at Antelope Valley College, Keisha began her career with case management for pregnant and parenting teens and transitioned to supporting at-risk youth within the Antelope Valley Union High School District. She holds a master’s degree in school counseling and education, with a PPS credential and LPCC coursework, and has extensive experience personalizing support for diverse student populations.

Operating from a strengths-based, cognitive-behavioral approach, Keisha excels in developing impactful curriculum and programs that address academic and community needs. Notable achievements include cofounding the African American Female Initiative mentorship program and contributing to district-wide initiatives like the Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drug Education Program. Committed to sisterhood and community engagement, she actively serves on the board of This Is Girl Power and facilitates workshops for young women. Keisha’s passion lies in empowering young people to realize their potential by focusing on their strengths and fostering resilience. With her wealth of experience and dedication to student success, she is an invaluable member of the Empower Generations High School board.

Laura Abubekr is a communications strategist with extensive experience delivering impactful information across the government, military, nonprofit, and health sectors.

In her role as Public Information Officer for the D.C. Mayor’s Office of Veterans Affairs, Laura built successful inclusion and wellness programs, managing key outreach initiatives, organizing large-scale events, and cultivating essential relationships with over 50 community partners and nonprofits. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences from the University of Hawaii Manoa.

With her skill in aligning communication strategies with mission-driven goals, consistently amplifying underrepresented voices, and building trust among diverse stakeholders – along with her deep conviction in the transformative power of education – Laura is a valuable addition to the Empower Generations Charter School Board.

Tapau Osborne is an advocate for educational excellence and community empowerment. With a rich background spanning over two decades in the field of education, she brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to serving on Empower Generations’ school board, where her goal is to continuously build support for at-promise youth and their children.

Having earned bachelor’s degrees in Human Services and Accounting and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Counseling and Guidance, Tapau offers a unique blend of skills, combining a passion for human development with a keen eye for financial oversight. Having begun her career as a counselor for foster and homeless youth, Tapau has served the Los Angeles County Office of Education as a Senior Program Specialist and Coordinator II in the Division of Pupil Services. She is a valuable asset to the Empower Generations board with her commitment to community service, nonprofit work, pioneering initiatives to support vulnerable populations, securing grant funding, and establishing key partnerships with community organizations.