Etuale Noga serves as the Site Coordinator for the ATINAʻE Scholars program, hosted by OceaniaCDN in partnership with the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and local partners. He brings over two decades of experience in youth development, program coordination, and community engagement, with a deep understanding of cultural protocols and the importance of family involvement in student success.
Previously, Etuale worked as a Youth Development Professional with the Boys & Girls Club and as Site Manager for Community Schools for Cascade Middle School in Seattle, Washington, where he oversaw after-school academic and enrichment programs for over 200 students and developed strong partnerships with community organizations. His professional background also includes leadership roles in operations and team management with Sound Business, CINTAS, and the United States Postal Service, where he honed his skills in project coordination, budgeting, and staff supervision.
A respected community leader, Etuale has volunteered extensively with PASEFIKA and different Assembly of God and faith-based organizations directing youth and adult choirs, organizing cultural and educational programs, and mentoring Pacific Islander youth. Fluent in Fa’a Samoa, he is adept at honoring traditional values while creating inclusive spaces for learning, ensuring that cultural heritage, family voices, and community connections are integral to student growth.
In his role with ATINAʻE Scholars, Etuale blends professional expertise, cultural wisdom, and a passion for youth empowerment to help students navigate academic pathways while staying rooted in identity, tradition, and community.