I am Rosanna, a 24-year-old young woman whose heart is in making every young person feel important and valuable.
My desire is to be the person for a young person that I never had: a trustworthy adult who listens, understands, and is there without judgment. I believe that sometimes just one person who really listens is enough for a young person to feel noticed and cared for.
It is important to me that no young person is defined by their diagnosis. A diagnosis may be part of someone's story, but it is not who they truly are. At the end of the day, we are all human beings – with our own experiences, strengths and dreams.
I believe that the voice of the young person must be heard in the discussions and decisions that affect their lives. If we don't listen to the young person, how can we truly know what is good and right for them?
My goal is to help create an environment where every young person feels that their voice counts, their feelings matter, and their existence is valuable.