Angelina Leon

Angelina is the Partnerships and Communities Senior Manager, responsible for supporting, expanding and ensuring visibility and inclusive representation of the PFLAG Connects: Communities. Before joining PFLAG National, Angelina was an organizer at Amnesty International USA, where she provided support to chapter members in the Northeast and Southern regions, empowering them to take impactful actions for human rights. Prior to her organizing work, Angelina served in the Peace Corps as a high school English teacher in Indonesia. This experience allowed her to combine her passion for foreign languages, community building, and advocacy, fostering a deep understanding of the power of education and grassroots efforts. Angelina has an undergraduate in Italian studies and a Masters in International Development and Cooperation.

Angelina currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia, and she enjoys traveling, kickboxing, and long hikes with her beloved dog Frida.