Author Gema Pazmino Avila Gema Pazmino Avila is a journalist based in St. John’s. Originally from Guayaquil, Ecuador, she came to study journalism at the College of the North Atlantic. She has an interest in writing about politics, community and the arts. Gema's Latest Articles St. John’s teen says community, activism helped her find her voice By Gema Pazmino Avila ● News ● March 5, 2026 13-year-old Nyala Adam was inspired by a local summer camp focused on social justice and cultural inclusion