Meet The Team
OMENA
A youth-led, and youth-centered organization that is breaking the cycle of emotional abuse through training, preventive evidence-based social-emotional education, and community support.
Back in my country, Madagascar, the only form of abuse that I could recognize was physical abuse. Once in America, 5 years ago, I learned through my training as a Peer Educator that violence often begins with emotional abuse, gradually increasing to violent physical abuse. Through my research, I discovered I was not the only one with a limited definition of abuse. I started being passionate about the subject. I was mind blown by all the things I found out that I decided to share about it. That’s how “Omena” came about.
Our TEAM
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Tina Arizo brings warmth and expertise to educational program management and youth empowerment. With a background in environmental sciences, she uses data analysis to drive impactful community projects for Omena.
TINA ARIZO RANDRIANANTENAINA
Socio-Emotional Learning Program Coordinator, Trainer of Trainers
Clara, a dedicated student of communication and psychology, excels in managing partnerships at Omena. She passionately promotes mental health and fights emotional abuse through strategic communication and community engagement, enhancing Omena’s outreach.
CLARA LANTONISAINANA
Cedric, a dynamic young professional, intertwines his passions for finance, ecology, and cinema to advocate for sustainability and inspire change. At Omena, he leverages his financial skills to improve our resources and promote impactful storytelling through film.
RANJALAHY CEDRIC
Riana is a dedicated Statistician Economist Engineer with a knack for statistical modeling and socio-economic analysis. At Omena, he uses his proficiency in statistical software to analyze and address gender statistics and public policy issues, contributing to the organization's mission.
ANTSA NY RIANA RAJAONAH
Mikaela, a Geological Engineer, takes a structured and caring approach to volunteer management at Omena, ensuring that every volunteer is supported and empowered. She is committed to creating a supportive, empathetic, and efficient environment where volunteers can thrive.
MIKAELA RAHAJARIJAONA
Volunteer Manager
Ny Antsa is an innovative architectural designer and community educator. At Omena, she advocates for social change through mental health awareness and effective digital engagement, using her design skills to create impactful community projects and enhance Omena’s mission.