Our dedicated team of experienced professionals are always engaged, utilizing their unique skills and passion to move the work of Sister League forward. Meet some of our incredible leaders.
Nuria Haro-Lopez
Executive Director
Nuria joined the SLSD team in May 2020 and is the Executive Director. Nuria started as a Mental Health Aide and acquired a vast knowledge of the organization as she worked her way up to Housing Director then to her current position as Executive Director. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree from University of California San Diego in Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Psychology. Nuria is grateful for the opportunity to serve women in the San Diego community and strengthen SLSD as an organization.
Nuria particularly loves the organization’s rich history and has enjoyed community outreach and teaching others about SLSD’s mission and services.
Nuria is a Virginia native who grew up traveling and tries her best to make a trip to another country at least once a year! When she is home in California she enjoys camping, taking her dogs to the beach and BBQ-ing with friends.
Samantha Hartung
Director of Operations
Samantha Hartung joined Sister League of San Diego in April 2023 as the Program Coordinator and transitioned to Director of Operations just over four months later. Her responsibilities include managing both Redwood and Fourth Avenue homes, overseeing the referral/intake process for potential residents, and supervising our staff at SLSD. With her experience in women’s advocacy work, her goal is to continue fostering an environment for vulnerable women to feel safe, valued, and confident.
Sam grew up in Los Angeles County but made the move to San Diego over five years ago. She has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from San Diego State University, with an emphasis in Neuroscience. Her education led her to pursue a career helping those who are affected by mental health challenges.
Sam loves traveling the world and spending her time exploring. She enjoys being outside in the sun, grabbing coffee on the beach, and catching a sunset with friends. Fun Fact: She is currently learning Finnish!
Zara Alam
Program Coordinator
Zara joined SLSD as an MHA in 2022 before moving to Paris to finish her B.A. in Global Health Policy, emphasizing in Women’s Health. She rejoined in August of 2023 after graduating from the University of California, San Diego, and moved on to become Program Coordinator.
Zara’s work in non-profit organizations began at the young age of 13. She continuously volunteered for various organizations and found that she has a deep passion for helping those in need in whichever way she can. Here, at SLSD, she is our point of contact for outside organizations, coordinates volunteer opportunities within The League, as well as manages programming for residents and other staff.
Zara grew up in Orange County, California. Outside of SLSD, Zara can be found on a plane or on the road, traveling and immersing herself in different cultures. She enjoys spending her free time with family and friends, reading a good book, playing music, exploring new places, and curling up with her cat, Sage.
Kayla Brumm
Resident Support Liaison
Kayla joined Sister League as a Transition Aide in August of 2023. She now has the role of Resident Support Liaison, where she aids new residents with their transition into Sister League, addresses resident questions or concerns, and ensures they thrive within our program. She also serves as the 24/7 on-call contact for staff and residents, making sure that the houses always have support.
Kayla will graduate with her Master of Social Work in May of 2025, with specializations in Clinical Social Work, Trauma-Informed Care, and Substance Misuse. Post graduation, she plans to become an LCSW, allowing her to provide psychotherapy to those seeking mental health services. After being raised in South Carolina, Kayla lived in Oregon and Minnesota before moving to San Diego.
While not at work, Kayla enjoys playing board games with her husband, practicing yoga, and walking their two dogs: Newt and Leta. Fun fact: Before joining the mental health field, Kayla worked in conservation biology, where she helped rehabilitate injured seal pups.
