About DYWA
Empowerment Through Opportunities
The Department of Youth and Women's Affairs is dedicated to empowering youth and women by providing them with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We believe that everyone has the potential to achieve great things, and we are here to support them in their journey. DYWA is committed to creating a space where youth and women can thrive and succeed, breaking barriers and realizing their full potential.
Meet Our Team
Welcome to the introduction of our passionate and dedicated team at DYWA. We are a group of individuals who are committed to uplifting and empowering women in our community. Our team is driven by a common goal to create a positive impact and bring about meaningful change in the lives of women.

Tapumanaia G. Satele Jr.
Director

Luana Tavale
Deputy Director

Amy Seui
Director's Executive Assistant

Don Fuimaono
Facilities Supervisor

Viola Mapu
Facilities Manager (Tafuna)

Saini Vele
Finance Officer

Justine Godinet
Women's Program Coordinator

Alapati Aasa
Health & Wellness (Tafuna)

Joe Iosua Masoe
Youth Coordinator

Vaopunimatagi Vele
Grants Coordinator

Loretta Misiaita
Administrative Assistant

Elena Uili
Administrative Assistant

Sinaolemoana Howe
Women's Coordinator Assistant (Manu'a)

Ana Gaoa
Women's Trainer

Lupelele To'oto'o
Women's Trainer

Jane Lilo Sefo
Youth Coordinator Assistant

Crystal Logoleo
Youth Coordinator Assistant (Manu'a)

Kovati Tuiasosopo
Inventory Specialist

Doug Smith
Social Media Specialist

Jonathan Toalepai
Media Specialist

Tou Collins
Maintenance (Tafuna)

Teutupe Teutupe
Handyman (Tafuna)

Isaako Tausaamalu
Security I (Tafuna)

John Eves
Security II (Tafuna)

Nonu Pule
Maintenance (Pago Pago)

Aumau Akai
Security (Pago Pago)

Malo Fanoga
Security (Pago Pago)