Athena Jasmine Polu 

Department: Communications 

I hail from the beautiful villages of Ili 'Ili and Pago Pago, and I am the daughter of Agnes and Junior Polu. I recently graduated Magna Cum Laude from the American Samoa Community College, where I double majored in Liberal Arts and Civil Engineering Technology. I will attend Boise State University this coming fall, majoring in Civil Engineering with a minor in Environmental Studies. 

 The Alliance against Domestic and Sexual Violence was my very first official office job, I started as an intern when I was a sophomore in high school. During my time here, I learned a great deal about time management and building leadership skills. It was a beautiful experience, and I knew it was my calling to return and work one last time at the organization that nurtured my growth. I want to be a strong advocate for those who face abuse and violence every day. It is time to break the stigma and address these serious problems our families face quietly behind closed doors. 

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Fredeena Majestic Ipumalama Ufuti

Department : Rural

​My name is Fredeena, and I am 17 years old from the village of Vaitogi. I recently graduated from Tafuna High School, where I was a member of the National Honor Society and graduated in the Top 10 of my class. This summer, I had the honor of representing American Samoa at the National HOSA Competition. I will be attending ASCC this upcoming fall majoring in liberal arts.

​I chose to join Alliance through the Rural Program because I wanted to learn more about the work they do behind the scenes. I’ve always admired how they advocate for women and families who are going through difficult situations, and I wanted to see how I could learn from that experience. I also wanted to explore a new profession and hope to gain more knowledge afterwards.

Jayden Milford

Department: Training 
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My name is Jayden Milford, and I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Applied Business Management through BYU-Pathway Worldwide. I enjoy learning new skills, serving the community, and working on projects that make a difference in people's lives. I'm passionate about personal growth and using my abilities to help support meaningful causes.

I chose to join the Alliance Against Domestic & Sexual Abuse because I wanted to support individuals and families affected by domestic and sexual abuse. I believe everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and supported. Through this internship, I hope to learn how to plan and coordinate trainings, events, and community outreach activities while gaining valuable professional experience. I also look forward to learning more about advocacy, prevention efforts, and the important role organizations like the Alliance play in supporting the community.

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Shannon Siaumau -Sanitoa

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Department: IT

 My name is Shannon, and I am 21 years old. I am the youngest daughter of Larry Sanitoa and Rachel Siaumau.I am currently attending American Samoa Community College. I am excited to be part of this program and grateful for the opportunity to learn and grow and gain valuable experiences. I enjoy working with others, building meaningful connections, and taking on new challenges that help me develop both personally and professionally. 

I joined the program because I believe it provides a great opportunity to grow in an environment that values collaboration, learning and community. I look forward to contributing, learning from everyone around me, and making the most of the experience. This is my first office job and I'm excited to learn, grow and also gain different perspectives and make a positive impact. 

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