Christina Haswood

Christina, a member of the Navajo Nation, is a candidate for Kansas Senate District 2, aiming to bring a fresh perspective to the Kansas Senate. Raised in Lawrence, Kansas, Christina's background in public education led her to a career in public health. Drawing from personal experience, Christina understands the importance of community support programs like WIC, Section 8 Housing, and Tribal Clothing programs in helping families thrive. As one of the youngest representatives in the Kansas House, Christina empathizes with the challenges faced by many in the community, balancing multiple jobs, student loan debt, and renting. In her time in the Kansas House, Christina played a vital role in passing significant legislation, such as Kansas' first Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples law and advocating for the Indian Child Welfare Act. She actively represents her constituents on various platforms and has been recognized for her advocacy work at both state and national levels. Christina is committed to increasing government accessibility for marginalized groups, particularly Native and young people. With a track record of environmental policy advocacy and leadership awards, including recognition at SXSW and the Climate + Energy Project, Christina is dedicated to advancing policies that benefit her community in the Kansas Senate.