"Little by little, I learned to listen to myself, recognize my limits, and understand that asking for help is not a sign of weakness but an act of courage."
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Rose was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis in the summer of 2022. Born in Senegal, she has lived in Canada for 20 years. She works as a project manager and a content creator in the personal beauty industry. She first noticed MG symptoms while applying her makeup one day. She started seeing double and noticed her […]
If you’re passionate about supporting the MGFA, organizing a local fundraiser is a great way to raise awareness and generate funds for research, patient support, and advocacy.
Samm brings more than two decades of nonprofit experience, serving in executive leadership roles for healthcare nonprofits such as March of Dimes, National Brain Tumor Society, and the American Liver Foundation. She has an extensive background in organizational management, strategic planning, board and volunteer development, and revenue generation that results in growth and impact. As MGFA’s senior executive, Samm is responsible for providing the vision and strategy to fulfill the work identified in the organization’s strategic plan, support the MGFA’s vision and mission, and ensure that both the operational and board structures support this work.