Catalina is a current Program Manager at the Center for Youth and Community Leadership in Education at Roger Williams University. She was born in Rhode Island and was previously an advisor at The College Crusade of Rhode Island and has worked with RI youth since 2011. Catalina is passionate about supporting youth in using their voice and taking action to create change in their communities and is excited to be a part of YIA family to continue this work. She received a Bachelor of Arts from Rhode Island College and is currently studying for a Master of Arts in Community Development at Roger Williams University. Catalina enjoys walking her chihuahua, Tito, and singing loudly to the radio with confidence