09/01/2026
La Colmena Welcomes Hina Naveed as New Executive Director!
On behalf of the Board of Directors of La Colmena, we are proud to announce the appointment of Hina Naveed as La Colmena’s new Executive Director, effective September 1, 2026.
Hina has been part of La Colmena since its inception and is a longtime member of the Staten Island community. As an attorney and registered nurse, she brings lived experience, deep community connection, and extensive expertise in legal advocacy, public policy, community partnerships, and systems change.
Her career has focused on advancing immigrant justice, worker dignity, family stability, racial justice, and community-led advocacy. Her experience with the ACLU, Human Rights Watch, and Children’s Rights has strengthened her commitment to challenging systems that disproportionately harm low-income communities and communities of color.
Now, Hina will lead La Colmena into its next chapter, strengthening our role as a trusted community anchor for immigrant workers and families on Staten Island, deepening partnerships, and continuing to respond to the needs and priorities identified by our community.
Please join us in welcoming Hina and celebrating this exciting new chapter for La Colmena!
Watch the announcement video below.
Read the full press release: https://www.silive.com/news/2026/09/la-colmenas-new-leader-plans-to-expand-legal-health-support-for-staten-island-immigrants.html