Rose Board of Directors
Our board of directors brings years of experience in a variety of academic disciplines which strengthens our program development as we work to empower the most vulnerable and oppressed individuals in the world.
Susan Stasi, CEO, Rose Academies
Susan Stasi is the CEO of Rose Academies, a globally recognized humanitarian agency that is established in Uganda, Eastern Africa. Since 2014, she has spearheaded multiple campaigns that address the disparities of health and wellness of impoverished communities in an effort to empower the oppressed, vulnerable and disabled with knowledge while reducing preventable deaths of children.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree from San Jose State University, Magna Cum Laude, concentration on Foreign Languages and DSCTE California Teaching Credential from U.C.Berkeley.
Monica Metzger, MSCSE, Vice President/Chief Technology Officer
Monica Metzger, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer is taking Rose Academies to new levels with her expertise in the development of innovative technology. She is responsible for the creation of our Healthy Future application program that has been successfully taught throughout Uganda. Her understanding of the challenges faced by the disabled, oppressed and low literate learner is at the core of all our application programs. Her latest project, the ROSE PCH (Portable Classroom Hub), is a revolutionary changemaker in the way healthcare can and will be taught in resource poor areas.
Miss Metzger is a graduate of Santa Clara University where she received her Masters in Computer Science and Engineering.
Selina Stasi, DrPH, Community Engagement Officer
Selina Stasi is Professor of Health Promotion and Behavior at Texas A&M University School of Public Health. Her experience and knowledge in working with indigenous populations make her a perfect candidate for helping develop our community programs in Uganda as the Community Engagement Officer for Rose. Her trip to Uganda last June revealed her ability to unite and engage youth with the creation of our Kids That Care Club – Uganda.
Dr. Stasi brings a wealth of experience in working with Nonprofit Organizations, Research, Event Planning and Program Development; She holds a doctoral degree in Public Health from Texas A&M University.
Devani Baraiya, MPH, Board Member
Devani Baraiya is a recent graduate from Drexel University with a Masters in Public Health and Epidemiology. Ms. Baraiya has an extensive background in infectious disease research, health systems strengthening and community-engaged public health practice.
Her experience and knowledge in advancing equitable access to care, improving health literacy and supporting initiatives that empower frontline workers will be a tremendous asset as we move forward in the development of healthcare programs designed to improve confidence levels of village health workers in Uganda.
Gaatha Shah, MPH, Board Member
Gaatha Shah joins us as a recent graduate of Texas A&M University with a Master of Public Health , specializing in the field of Epidemiology and Biostatistics. She has an extensive background in clinical research, physiotherapy and rehabilitation. Her expertise in these areas are an added bonus as she continues to help us in researching best methods for teaching the low literate learner in Uganda. We look forward to working together as we continue the development of our educational programs.
Rebecca Chavez, Board Member
Rebecca Chavez comes to Rose Academies with over 16 years experience in the technology sector. Her background knowledge in project management is helping guide us in product development of our educational programs and training materials.
Carol Buchser, Rose Academies Board Member Emeritus
Carol Buchser just announced her retirement from Rose Academies’ Board. She has been instrumental in the development of our organization, having worked and supported Rose from its founding in 2014.
She promises to stay on as our cheerleader and advisor as we head into the next chapter of our program development. Thank you Carol for your years of support, commitment and service.
The Rose Uganda Team
Our Rose Uganda Team is the backbone of our organization and the key to our success. Their commitment and dedication to create positive change in the world shines through in all the programs we have developed and implemented. Our rewards are the lives we have saved.
Mastulah Nalubwama, Rose Director of Disability and Inclusive Programs
Mastulah Nalubwama is an amazing business professional that is continuing to make significant positive changes for persons with disabilities. She is heading up our new ROSE / UFHOH Resource Center that is set to break barriers of stigma and discriminatory practices that have stymied the disabled population for far too long. A co-founder of the Uganda Federation of the Hard of Hearing (UFHOH), member of World Hearing Forum and Uganda’s National Disability Council, Ms. Nalubwama is set to take Rose Academies to new levels in our efforts to empower the oppressed with knowledge.
Ms. Nalubwama has a BA in Social Work from Bugema University.
Dayton Male, Rose Director of Youth Programs, KTCC-Uganda
Dayton Jimmy Male is Director of Youth Programs for our Kids That Care Club (KTCC) -Uganda. His background in music and the arts have been the cornerstone of his program that is empowering youth to make healthy life choices while learning about their cultural heritage that embraces the arts, music and dance.
KTCC – Uganda is growing by leaps and bounds. These talented kids are learning about mental health, sexual reproductive health, puberty, disease prevention and more. Community members are excited to see this positive development which is transforming lives. Follow KTCC-Uganda on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok.
Clare Ainomugisha, Rose Director of VHT Training Programs
As we move into 2026, we are shifting our training programs from the rural villages to the Village Health Team Workers (VHTs). Leading this new and aggressive program is Ms. Clare Ainomugisha. Her years of experience in working with our field team members gives her insight into the challenges faced by those living and working in rural poor communities. We welcome Ms. Ainomugisha as she takes the lead to this exciting new program.
Ms. Ainomugisha has a Bachelors of Arts in Public Relations from Ndejje University.
Haidar Luboobi, MPH, Rose Director of Nutrition
Haidar Luboobi, MPH, is a highly skilled nutritionist and healthcare professional. His expertise in nutrition assessment, capacity building of community based trainers, and Maternal Infant Child Health has been instrumental in the development of our healthcare educational programs.
Mr. Luboobi is employed as Nutritionist for Kampala Extra Region Prison Service. He holds a Masters Degree in Nutrition from Makerere University School of Public Health.