Lorraine Begay Manavi is Mą’iideeshgiizhnii, Tł’ááshchí’í, Táchii’nii and Ta’neeszahnii, a Diné woman from Tósidoh, New Mexico. As a Navajo Language university instructor, her primary goal is to foster a deep appreciation and understanding of the Diné language and culture amongst her students. She believes that language is not only a means of communication but also a gateway to heritage culture. Her teaching style emphasizes active participation and practical application, so students feel empowered not only within the classroom but within their household and community.

She is a board member of Navajo Language Renaissance, Navajo Film Festival, and Dine Teacher Language Association