I’m a religious educator, writer, and community advocate whose work centers people — their stories, their learning, and their spiritual journeys. I live in Honolulu, Hawai‘i, where I continue to nurture a calling that blends academic insight with community connection and faith practice.

My academic journey began at Boston University, where I earned a bachelor's degree in bilingual education, laying the foundation for my lifelong commitment to accessible, culturally responsive education. I deepened that commitment at Pennsylvania State University, where I pursued a Master of Education in Teaching and Curriculum, along with a Certificate in College Teaching — expanding my capacity to support diverse learners across age groups and settings.

In 2022, I earned my Doctor of Education in Organizational Change and Leadership from the University of Southern California, where I explored how systems evolve and how communities can lead transformation with compassion and integrity.

Today, I bring that expertise to my work as a community-based religious educator, guiding individuals and groups through meaningful spiritual experiences rooted in care, justice, and collective growth.

Outside of my professional life, I find joy in the rhythms of dance, in quiet moments spent writing and conducting research, and — most meaningfully — in time with the young people who inspire and energize me. Their presence reminds me daily of the sacred work of nurturing curiosity, resilience, and joy.