Rosario comes from the Barron family of barbers and community activists. She joined FOGHI in 2016 and served as the board President from 2017 to 2021. Her accomplishments include being awarded funding for youth and BIPOC community members and Native storytellers, giving a platform with FOGHI and compensation for their time. She has worked on other projects in the Duwamish Valley for open and green space, housing, community and cultural events, and business stability and support. Medina has 2 children.

executivedirector@foghi.org

Ilays Aden lives in South King County and was able to connect with FoGHI through her work at the Port of Seattle, supporting environmental engagement in Georgetown. She currently works at Rainier Beach Action Coalition and advises numerous organizations and businesses in creating anti-racist policies that combat institutional and environmental racism. In her fundraising work, she focuses on community building around innovative housing solutions and urban planning. She is passionate about bringing people to the table to share a meal and engage in storytelling, which is why she is excited to be a FoGHi board member to keep Georgetown's history alive! 

board@foghi.org

Karen grew up in so-called Federal Way, never knowing that a major river runs through what’s now called Seattle, between Georgetown and South Park. Learning about the Duwamish River, its original stewards, its straightening and the current superfund site was a revelation. Karen has since advocated for a just and complete cleanup of the river and is excited to continue learning and sharing the history of the place she calls home as a FOGHI board member.