KERI HUMPRHEY - (Chickasaw Nation Citizen)

Senior Manager of Program Operations, Chickasaw Nation Child Welfare Services

Treasurer, Oklahoma Indian Child Welfare Association

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Keri Humphrey is the Senior Manager of Program Operations for Chickasaw Nation Child Welfare Services. A proud member of the Chickasaw Nation, Keri has dedicated over seventeen years to the Department of Family Services, serving in a wide range of roles across Tribal programs, including Domestic Violence, Foster Care, Adoptions, Title IV-E, and Office Administration.

In her current leadership role, Keri oversees both Tribal and federal budgets, ensuring effective and responsible management of resources that support the welfare of Chickasaw children and families.

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Keri earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Services Counseling with a Minor in Criminal Justice from East Central University in 2008. She began her career with the Department of Family Services following an impactful internship and has continued to grow within the organization ever since. She is a graduate of the Chickasaw Leadership Academy and has served as a mentor to School to Work students, helping to guide and inspire future professionals.

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Earlier in her career, Keri also worked at an alternative school while attending college, an experience that deepened her passion for Indian Child Welfare. She remains committed to supporting frontline field workers and being a trusted resource within the Tribal child welfare system.