Edwin Obras
Edwin Obras | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Washington House of Representatives from the 33rd district | |
| Assumed office December 10, 2024 Serving with Mia Gregerson | |
| Preceded by | Tina Orwall |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Edwin Carbonell Obras August 5, 1971 Republic of the Philippines |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Children | 1 |
| Education | University of Washington, BA; Northeastern University, Graduate Certificate (2015); MPA (2016) |
Edwin Carbonell Obras (born August 5, 1971)[1] is an American politician serving in the Washington House of Representatives, representing the 33rd Legislative District.[2]
Early Life and Education
[edit]Obras was born in the Philippines.[3] He grew up on Beacon Hill in Seattle.[4]
He graduated from the University of Washington with a BA in American Ethnic Studies. He received a Graduate Certificate in Non-Profit, Philanthropy and Social Change (2015), as well as a Master of Public Administration (2016), from Northeastern University.[5]
Career
[edit]Obras has worked for the City of Seattle's Human Services Department for over 15 years, most recently as deputy division director.[6]
He has served as Board President of the Filipino Community of Seattle (FCS) since 2019.[7]
On December 10, 2024, Obras was appointed to the Washington House of Representatives.[8]
References
[edit]- ^ "Department of Health, Marriage Certificates, 1968-1999 - Edwin - Connie - Obras - Et Al". Washington State Archives, Digital Archives. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ^ Demkovich, Laurel (2024-12-11). "Replacement picked for longtime Washington senator • Washington State Standard". Washington State Standard. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ^ "Department of Health, Marriage Certificates, 1968-1999 - Edwin - Connie - Obras - Et Al". Washington State Archives, Digital Archives. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ^ "Board of Directors | Filipino Community of Seattle". Filipino Community. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ^ "Board of Directors | Filipino Community of Seattle". Filipino Community. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ^ Demkovich, Laurel (2024-12-11). "Replacement picked for longtime Washington senator • Washington State Standard". Washington State Standard. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ^ "Board of Directors | Filipino Community of Seattle". Filipino Community. Retrieved 2024-12-21.
- ^ Demkovich, Laurel (2024-12-11). "Replacement picked for longtime Washington senator • Washington State Standard". Washington State Standard. Retrieved 2024-12-21.