Bettina serves as NAFOA’s Director of Communications and Digital Engagement, overseeing the organization’s communication and media outreach efforts. Prior to her role as Director, Bettina supported NAFOA’s communications efforts and the NAFOA Institute’s youth programs.

Bettina graduated from Trinity College as a Questbridge Scholar with a B.S. in Psychology and Film Studies.  After graduating, they were selected as a Newman’s Own Foundation Fellow and worked with the Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) at The Aspen Institute. At the Aspen Institute, Bettina developed resources and platforms for Native American youth, including launching the inaugural State of Native Youth Report and managing President Obama’s Generation Indigenous National Native Youth Network. Their work with Native youth fueled their passion for serving Indian Country, supporting indigenous communities, and re-connecting back to their Filipino roots.