Living Islands is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization, dedicated to supporting Micronesian Communities through cross-cultural education and awareness since 2013.
Living Islands is a Cultural and Educational Network Organization supporting strong Micronesian communities everywhere, by celebrating and advocating for the diverse and unique cultures of the Micronesian people.
We form strong and permanent relations between local and international leaders, stakeholders, and communities through traditional storytelling, cultural research, knowledge sharing, community work, awareness building, and targeted educational programming.
We believe supporting strong communities is the first step towards strong and sustainable societies.
Management Team
Aschlee Angelo
Deputy Director
aschlee@livingislands.org, Deputy Director, (971) 344-0323
- (971) 344-0323
- aschlee@livingislands.org
Roselynna Quinit
Head of Administration
- roselynna@livingislands.org
Cruzko Ward
Director of Health
- cward@livingislands.org
Ruby Nomani
Events, Volunteer Coordinator
- ruby@livingislands.org
Kameron Kadooka
GoFishPI Program Director
- pono@livingislands.org
Scott Paul
Washington State Community Liaison
Spencer Fish
Editor
- spencer@livingislands.org
Annika Angelo
Graphic Designer
- annika@livingislands.org
Jesper Angelo
CIO/COO, Photographer
- +1 (360) 430-7660
- jesper@livingislands.org
Media Team
Brian Molongoski
Media Director, Videographer
- +1 (518) 526-0315
- brian@livingislands.org
Roland Sarrazen
Lead Photographer
Roland has lived in and around Portland for 30 years. He currently resides in Lake Oswego, OR with his wife of 27 years and their 17 year old twin daughters. Roland has been a professional photographer for more than 10 years, and was previously a filmmaker and producer. Last year he served as the campaign photographer for a U.S. Congressional candidate, and did photo work for both Governor Kotek and President Biden.
- rolandsarrazen@comcast.net
Taliilagi Aumavae
Social Media Administrator
- +1 971-344-0203
- aumavae@livingislands.org
Clay Zamora
Photographer, Videographer
- +1 (916) 823-2599
- clayzamora1010@gmail.com
Indigenous Architecture Team
James Miller
Researcher, Architect, Sustainable Design, and Planning Advisor
James Miller is looking for ways to rebuild and preserve an entire culture. Miller is a Ph.D. candidate in sustainable architecture, and his research investigates the cultural losses that occur when an entire nation is forced to relocate due to climate change. Miller believes that architects can play an important role in mitigating the cultural degradation of these displaced populations. Miller was awarded the prestigious Julie and Rocky Dixon award, which supports doctoral students who are interested in pursuing a career outside of academia. Going forward, Miller has plans for the research and development of adaptable housing prototypes that are resilient in the face of climate change. In an ever-changing world increasingly impacted by the effects of climate change, innovators like Miller will be instrumental in helping those hardest hit by a warming planet.
- mille630@wwu.edu
- Bellingham, WA
Matt Bunza
Architect
- matt@metaamo.com
Chuck Genuardi
Ambassador
Dial Keju
Planner
- Fredericksburg, VI
