Joannie Ha'tha'witz Suina (Pueblo of Cochiti), Ed.D, earned her Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership from the University of Washington in 2023. Her academic pursuits are deeply rooted in uplifting the ongoing healing endeavors spearheaded by Native communities.

Suina's educational background is extensive, reflecting her commitment to Indigenous studies and advocacy. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Native American Studies and a Master of Jurisprudence in Indian Law. Her interdisciplinary approach incorporates Indigenous storytelling, rematriation, critical literacies, qualitative research methodologies, and community praxis.

In addition to her scholarly endeavors, Suina serves as the Director of Communications at the National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition. To learn more about her work and the Coalition's initiatives, visit boardingschoolhealing.org.

Suina also had the honor of serving on the NABS Board of Directors from 2018-2023.