Nayi currently works as Director of Somerville Programs, where she supports immigrant students and oversees all aspects of programming at Somerville High School. With over 15 years of experience in education, family services, and community engagement, she brings a deep commitment to supporting vulnerable populations.

Born and raised in Barranquilla, Colombia, Nayi moved to the United States in the late 1990s to start her family. Her early career includes working as a doula at Cambridge Health Alliance and serving as a family liaison at the Somerville Family Learning Collaborative (SFLC). She then transitioned into a role as assistant coordinator for the SFLC's Parent Child Program. In 2015, Nayi earned her degree in Human Services Administration while simultaneously working as a Family Support Advocate for Healthy Families Central Middlesex, providing critical home visits for pregnant and first-time mothers under the age of 20.

In her current role at Enroot, Nayi utilizes her extensive experience to support the academic and personal growth of immigrant youth. She is fluent in Spanish and conversational in Portuguese. Outside of work, Nayi enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and engaging in outdoor activities such as day trips to parks, lakes, and small towns in New England.