Mgim Gousse was born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where she witnessed firsthand the transformative power of community. After migrating to Long Island, New York at the age of seven, she was raised with a deep appreciation for faith, culture, and resilience-values that continue to shape her leadership and service.
Mgim holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in Psychology, with a minor in Sociology. She is deeply committed to academic excellence and lifelong learning, with long-term aspirations of becoming a psychology researcher and professor. Her professional and academic experiences span mentoring, tutoring, research, social media strategy, and counseling, all of which have strengthened her dedication to breaking barriers and contributing to meaningful systemic change.
As a leader, Mgim combines strategic vision with compassion and emotional intelligence. She has demonstrated the ability to translate ideas into actionable initiatives that create lasting impact. Through her service with Felicia’s Promise-as a Fellow, Community Outreach Coordinator, Program Development Coordinator, Promise Leader, and Community Engagement Leader- she has mentored young girls, facilitated workshops, and helped generate events centered on personal growth and empowerment.
Mgim firmly believes that no circumstance defines a person’s future. Through her work, she remains committed to building environments where individuals feel seen, supported, and empowered to dream boldly.