Da’luk Youth Program Staff
Vincent Feliz, ASW # 96803
Da’luk Youth Program Coordinator and Social Worker
Vincent (Chumash), has lived on the NorthCoast, Humboldt County for the last 26 years. Before that, born and raised in Bakersfield, California, Vincent has a graduate degree in social work from CSU, Long Beach and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from CSU, Humboldt. His wife and two children are Yurok Tribal members, along with being Karuk. Vincent is an active practitioner of his Chumash heritage (ceremony, songs, traditions). His humble journey has offered opportunities to work as a social service provider at United Indian Health Services, Inc., Humboldt State University, as well as offering trainings/workshops to various Humboldt County agencies. Vincent has also been honored to be a master of ceremonies (MC) for local events, such as the HSU Annual Big Time and Social Gathering.
Karen Asbury
Da’luk Youth Program Administrative Assistant
Karen Asbury is a Yurok tribal member. She grew up primarily in Humboldt county. Karen has enjoyed working in the Da’luk program within the last year and is excited to continue her time here. Being able to work with Native youth and the community is a lifelong goal that she wants to continue. She hopes to always be a part of a positive space for our youth and community. As she is mother of (6) and is grateful that we have programs that help, support, and engage Native youth. Karen wants to encourage all Native youth to become richer in their culture, and help them strive in whatever they may dream of. She’s excited and grateful she gets to work with all the amazing students in the Da’luk Youth Program.