Bettyna joined HLA in February 2023 as a Paralegal with the Mental Health Advocacy Program for Kids. Prior to HLA, she worked for Salem State University as a Donor Relations and Events Aide and Resident Assistant. Bettyna is also a current student at Salem State University, where she expects to graduate in May 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts in English and Minor Concentrations in Peace Studies and French.  Outside of her course work Bettyna serves as the Vice President and Public Relations Representative of the Black Student Union.