American Women’s Self Defense Association

American Women's Self Defense Association

To create a safer society in which all women learn practical, effective, self-defense skills.

Meet the Board

Ria Punzalan

Executive Director

Ria is a cybersecurity professional who is also both a self-defense and anti-human trafficking advocate.

Adina Gonzales

Interim Treasurer, Marketing Director

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Jason Ilarraza

Membership Director

Jason currently serves as a Program Specialist at Naval Base Kitsap. He arrived to Silverdale, WA in 2001 after the 9/11 attacks to serve aboard NBK Bangor.