Amal Mohamoud, MSW, RSW

Founder & CEO, Hana Legacy Foundation

Amal Mohamoud is a Registered Social Worker (RSW), mental health advocate, and community leader with a passion for equity, social justice, and culturally responsive care. She graduated with High Distinction Honours from the University of Toronto (U of T) with a Bachelor’s degree in Critical Studies in Equity Studies and Women and Gender Studies, before pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW) at U of T. With over a decade of experience, she has worked extensively in mental health, crisis intervention, and advocacy, focusing on breaking barriers for marginalized communities. Her journey toward advocacy is deeply personal. After losing her mother, Hana Hussein Musa, to suicide, Mohamoud turned her grief into action, determined to spark dialogue, tackle stigma, and create spaces where mental health is embraced with compassion, not silence.

She first shared her story on The Digital Sisterhood Podcast, in an episode titled “Her Name is Hana”, which reached over 9 million listeners across 147 countries. The overwhelming response reinforced the urgent need for culturally informed mental health resources, leading to the creation of the Hana Legacy Foundation.

Through the Hana Legacy Foundation, Amal’s mission is to honour her mother’s legacy by ensuring that no one suffers alone. The foundation provides mental health education, advocacy, and culturally grounded support for individuals navigating grief, trauma, and emotional struggles. She envisions a world where mental wellness is treated with the same care as physical health, where no one is left to struggle in silence, and where people feel empowered to reclaim their stories and embrace their strength.

Mohamoud’s dedication to mental health advocacy has been recognized through awards, community initiatives, and educational platforms. She has led workshops, facilitated discussions, and spoken at events to bring awareness to mental health, equity, and the importance of culturally informed support.

She was awarded the Outstanding Recent Alumni Award by the University of Toronto African Alumni Association, recognizing her impact in advocacy, storytelling, and community mental health awareness. Her personal story and commitment to breaking mental health stigma have reached thousands, inspiring conversations about grief, resilience, and the barriers to seeking support.

Through the Hana Legacy Foundation, Mohamoud continues to push for greater mental health awareness and accessible support. Whether through community engagement, speaking opportunities, or direct advocacy, she remains dedicated to ensuring mental wellness is a right, not a privilege.

At the Hana Legacy Foundation, her vision is clear:

  • To create a world where mental wellness is embraced with compassion, not shame.

  • To provide culturally responsive, faith-informed mental health support for those who need it most.

  • To empower individuals to reclaim their stories, find strength in healing, and break generational cycles of silence.

Under Mohamoud’s leadership, the Hana Legacy Foundation is more than an organization. It is a movement. A movement for healing, justice, and the belief that no one should ever feel alone in their pain.

She does not just speak about resilience. She lives it. She stands before the world as proof that from grief can come purpose, from pain can come power, and from loss can come a legacy that changes lives.

Meet The Team

At the Hana Legacy Foundation, our team is united by a shared commitment to mental health advocacy, education, and community empowerment. Each member brings unique expertise, lived experience, and professional skills to support our mission of breaking stigma, fostering healing, and ensuring accessible mental health support for all.

We are more than just a team. We are a movement, a collective of individuals who live by our slogan: Reclaim Your Story, Embrace Your Strength.

Our Collective Expertise:

Our team consists of educators, researchers, social service workers, mental health advocates, legal professionals, and community organizers who specialize in:

  • Mental health education and advocacy

  • Community engagement and social justice initiatives

  • Gender-based violence prevention

  • Culturally responsive and anti-oppressive support services

  • Event planning and outreach

  • Workshops, training, and program development

  • Legal advocacy and access to support systems

Kashmala Qasim

Researcher, Educator, and Advocate

Kashmala Qasim is a scholar and educator with a PhD in History, Theory, and Critical Psychology from York University. Her research explores how Qur'anic learning shapes Muslim women's perceptions of empowerment, well-being, and identity through a Standpoint Feminist lens. She also holds a Qur'anic Studies Diploma from Al Huda Institute, deepening her understanding of Islamic scholarship. As a postdoctoral fellow at the Wilson Centre, she works to develop educational resources that address Islamophobia in medical education and practice, ensuring that healthcare spaces are more inclusive and culturally competent. Through her work, she continues to bridge academia and advocacy, promoting equity, education, and mental well-being.

Asha-Keyf Dahir 

Community Organizer, Founder of Love Peaceful Events, an event planning company, and Founder of LPH&H, and author of a self-care journal.

Asha-Keyf Dahir is a dedicated community organizer and event planner with over eight years of experience in gender-based violence prevention, social change, and community advocacy. She is passionate about creating safe and inclusive spaces where individuals can access support, education, and empowerment opportunities. Using her expertise in event planning and community engagement, she works to amplify voices, drive awareness, and foster initiatives that uplift marginalized groups. At the Hana Legacy Foundation, she brings her skills in strategic planning and outreach, ensuring that the foundation's work reaches those who need it most.

Sadia Hamza

Social Service Worker and Advocate

With over ten years of experience, Sadia Hamza is a social service worker and advocate specializing in case management, program facilitation, and community-based support services. She has extensive experience in settlement services, financial stability, and domestic violence prevention, providing crucial guidance to individuals navigating complex life challenges. Committed to anti-oppressive and culturally competent practices, she has led workshops on life skills development, cultural integration, and social resilience. Her work ensures that vulnerable individuals have access to the tools, resources, and support networks needed to rebuild their lives with dignity and strength.

Muna Mohamoud

Educator and Mental Health Advocate

Muna Mohamoud is a passionate educator and mental health advocate dedicated to ensuring that mental health support is accessible, compassionate, and community-driven. She brings years of experience in education and advocacy, working to break down barriers to mental health care and create inclusive learning environments. Her commitment to fostering resilience, empowerment, and healing is deeply personal, as she honours her mother’s legacy of compassion and strength. Through her work at the Hana Legacy Foundation, she continues to champion empathy, advocate for mental wellness, and uplift communities in need.

Ida-Marie LoGullo

Educator, Paralegal, and Community Advocate

Ida-Marie LoGullo is a dedicated and passionate advocate with a strong commitment to community involvement, education, and social justice. An Italian Canadian with a background in Sociology, she has long been engaged in community organizing, event planning, and empowering individuals through education.

Her experience as an English teacher allowed her to support mothers in developing language skills, giving them greater independence and confidence in navigating daily life. Inspired by the strength and determination of the women in her community, Ida-Marie pursued legal education, earning her paralegal diploma and obtaining her paralegal license. She hopes to use her legal expertise to assist individuals in need, ensuring they have access to the resources and support systems necessary to thrive.

Through her work with the Hana Legacy Foundation, Ida-Marie is committed to fostering mental health education, creating inclusive spaces, and ensuring that communities have the resources to support their well-being. She is passionate about building compassionate, stigma-free environments where people feel safe discussing their struggles and accessing much-needed support.

Building a Legacy of Hope

Together, we work to empower individuals, challenge stigma, and advocate for holistic mental health support. At the Hana Legacy Foundation, we are not just building an organization. We are creating a movement—a movement that redefines how mental health is approached in diverse communities, fosters meaningful conversations, and empowers individuals to reclaim their stories.

Through education, advocacy, and direct support, we continue to push boundaries, provide healing spaces, and work toward a future where mental health is prioritized, understood, and embraced with care.

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about mental health, community support, and breaking barriers, we’d love to connect. Together, we can build something meaningful, one story, one conversation, and one step at a time.