Our People

Meet the Team

The kuyas, ates, and advocates who show up across time zones and oceans for Filipino youth.

Leadership

Board of Directors

The founding team guiding KAMP's mission, strategy, and long-term impact.

Cheska Friend

Cheska Friend

Founder Program & Creative Director

Murrieta, CA

Virginia Manandeg

Virginia Manandeg

Vice-President Operations Director

Merced, CA

Athena Sanchez

Athena Sanchez

Director of Experience, Media, & Communications

Concord, USA

Devon Antonio

Devon Antonio

Director of Civic Engagement

Fresno, CA

Support

The Crew Behind the Scenes

The specialists and coordinators keeping our programs sharp and visible.

Rochelle Berdan

Rochelle Berdan

Executive Assistant Outreach Program Coordinator

Merced, CA

Philippines

Our Philippines Team

On-the-ground partners bridging the gap between mentors and students back home.

April Bacang

April Bacang

Program Coordinator

Bais City, Philippines

Atty. Hearlie Ortega

Atty. Hearlie Ortega

Legal Consultant

Dumaguete City, Philippines

Group of young people connecting together

Be Part of the Change

Whether you want to mentor, learn, or support, there's a place for you in Kuya Ate.