Tara Webster

Tara is a community outreach advocate and experienced higher education science and engineering educator specializing in justice-centered learning of social and political issues in STEM. With a strong background in community engagement, she actively participates in local mutual aid and education groups, advocating for initiatives that address systemic inequalities. As a candidate for Reno City Council representing Ward 5, her primary focus is prioritizing and humanizing the needs of underserved communities.

Tara is committed to ensuring diverse representation in leadership roles and decision-making bodies, amplifying voices from all backgrounds. She aims to create equitable opportunities for everyone, including access to affordable housing, safety nets, and early childhood education. Graduating from the University of Nevada, Reno with Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in biology, Tara is pursuing her doctoral degree while serving on Reno’s Recreation and Parks Commission and as a founding board member for Desert Peach Montessori.