FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Mary Steel, Communications Coordinator

Phone: (916) 930-0626

Email: msteel@my-sisters-house.org

My Sister’s House Announces Leadership Transition

Current COO to Become CEO; Outgoing CEO to Join Board of Directors

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – June 1, 2025 – My Sister’s House, a nonprofit organization serving survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in the Sacramento region, is proud to announce the promotion of Christine Nguyen to Chief Executive Officer. Nguyen has served as the organization’s Chief Operating Officer, bringing not only deep operational expertise but also proven leadership skills and an unwavering commitment to community service.

Yen Marshall, who has led My Sister’s House through key periods of growth and transition, will step down as CEO and return to a role on the Board of Directors. This planned transition ensures continued stability, mission alignment, and momentum for the organization’s future. “We are thrilled to elevate Christine into this role,” said Chelsy Pham, President of the Board of Directors. “She has been a cornerstone of our leadership team and is uniquely positioned to lead My Sister’s House into its next chapter.”

Christine Nguyen shared the following statement:
“I am honored and humbled to step into the role of CEO at My Sister’s House, an incredible organization that has transformed countless lives,”. Christine continues, “I look forward to continuing the meaningful work we do each day on behalf of survivors. Together—with our dedicated staff, board, and community—we will walk alongside survivors on their healing journey and work to create lasting change.”

The leadership change underscores My Sister’s House’s commitment to cultivating internal talent and ensuring a strong, resilient future for the organization and the communities it serves.

As My Sister’s House evolves to meet the changing needs of survivors, this transition represents a significant step toward driving meaningful change, creating lasting hope, and transforming lives. By strengthening services and expanding partnerships, the organization continues to advance its mission—offering a culturally responsive safe haven and life-changing support for Asian and Pacific Islander women and children throughout the region.

About My Sister’s House
A Sacramento-based non-profit organization, My Sister’s House has served survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking for more than twenty years. The mission of My Sister’s House is to serve Asian and Pacific Islander (API) and other underserved women and children impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking by providing a culturally appropriate and responsive safe haven, job training, and community services.

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