Wendata Bertille Dorcas Yanogo

Wendata Bertille Dorcas Yanogo has over two years of experience in community service. Currently, Wendata Bertille Dorcas Yanogo is the president the Association des Malades de la Myasthenie (AMMY), an association that she created after she was diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis (MG), understood the plight of MG patients, and saw how society treated MG patients. Her team and her are working hard to change mindsets and attitudes and give hope to those who are suffering from this illness in Burkina Faso. Before being diagnosed with MG, she volunteered with autistic children in Ouagadougou. Wendata holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She is pursuing a master’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy. Wendata is committed to helping people overcome their disabilities and illnesses. Upon completion of the Mandela Washington Fellowship, Wendata plans to build a strong advocacy strategy to strengthen AMMY and expand the association’s work to include all rare diseases. She also intends to use the acquired skills in her studies. Stayed in Africa.