Nina M. is a Founder PBI | International Speaker| Rotarian |PFP fellow'23| #Epilepsy #DisabilityInclusion| Patient Advocate | Champion for SDG's at Purple Bench Initiative. She possess expertise in health advocacy, epilepsy, project management, public speaking, cultural awareness and 22 more skills. Colleagues describe her as "When Nina Mago joined the Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy, she brought members a new level of thinking, particularly in Epilepsy and Stigma. Her knowledge in that area is essential to the uninformed and those in the Epilepsy community. This perspective intrigued and opened the minds of many. Her passion and focus have left a lasting impression, not forcefully but with a contagious enthusiasm message. Her passion, sound thinking, conviction, and demeanor have strengthened the club and its mission and instilled confidence in her leadership. She would bring the same to any organization she associates with. Organizations need people like Nina to lead them forward with projects and leadership.", "I had the pleasure of first working with Nina in Bangkok as part of the International Epilepsy Congress, 2019 In 2020 Nina was successfully selected as the first African member of the International Bureau for Epilepsy's Global Youth Team, which I at the time held the Chair position. Nina dedication and leadership to improve the lives of those effected with not only epilepsy, but hidden medical conditions is outstanding. Nina, works tirelessly to reduce stigma and alleviate judgement, which is all to often associated with conditions such as epilepsy. Nina, is professional, hard working and is a powerful advocate. I highly recommend her.", and "There are few leaders who continue to inspire others the way Nina Mago inspires me and everyone with whom she interacts. I was introduced to Nina in Bangkok, Thailand in 2019 when she was presented the prestigious Golden Light Award, a coveted global award for leadership in epilepsy. After the first five minutes of listening to her share her personal experience and her vision, I realized Nina is, and will continue to be, a powerful force for global positive change. Nina has moved beyond her own personal experience with epilepsy to support others through the establishment of the Purple Bench Initiative (PBI), an NGO focused on providing a platform for people with epilepsy and their caregivers. Under Nina’s strong leadership, PBI educates primary school students, educators, nursing students, and community organizations across Uganda and online through her digital platforms. As a public speaker, Nina is mesmerizing. Her personal story is incredibly moving and compels people to act. Nina’s humble manner and relentless positive attitude inspires everyone to believe anything is possible when we work together. When faced with serious adversity, some individuals understandably crumble under the pressure, while Nina somehow overcame her own circumstances and shines brightly as an example of what is possible. It is directly because of Nina’s courage and tenacious commitment to improving her own life and the lives of others that PBI has grown so quickly. As a result, Nina has educated communities across Uganda and now serves as an associate chapter leader serving with the International Bureau for Epilepsy. Nina is a special individual who continues to change the world by creating a sense of importance and urgency around epilepsy. Her authentic love for others drives her devotion to achieve her mission of promoting acceptance of all individuals with epilepsy as people who have tremendous value. I consider it a privilege to call her my colleague, and I consider it a blessing to call her my friend. Philip M Gattone, M.Ed. Past President and CEO, Epilepsy Foundation of America Past Leader of North America for International Bureau for Epilepsy Current CEO, Elevate for Impact, LLC"