Tia Roberts is a citizen of the Narragansett Indian Nation. She works on the Communications Team at Cultural Survival, where she supports Indigenous storytelling, media, and advocacy while pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree in Communications.

A former Miss Sweetheart America, Tia blends artistry, cultural dance, wellness, and representation in every performance. She is the creator of The Art of Being Indigenous podcast, a platform dedicated to uplifting Native excellence, creativity, and cultural resilience. She has also traveled and performed nationally with Native Pride Productions, uplifting visibility and honoring her Narragansett identity through movement and community-centered artistry.

Beyond performance, Tia serves as a cultural wellness advocate whose work centers on accessibility, representation, and community impact. Her mission is to elevate Eastern Indigenous visibility, strengthen cultural pride, and inspire the next generation of Native performers, artists, and leaders.