Association on American Indian Affairs welcomes three new board members

The Association on American Indian Affairs appointed three Native women leaders to its Board of Directors: Jamie Gomez, Lycia Ortega, and Makalika Nāholowaʻa. Each brings decades of experience in advocacy, law, and communications. Their leadership will support the Association’s mission to protect sovereignty, preserve culture, and empower Native communities. The new members will be fully appointed at the Association's 103rd Annual Membership meeting in December 2025.