Executive Director

In a world that often emphasizes our differences, Dr. Digna Saad envisions bridges. She orchestrates a revolutionary approach to human connection, weaving together neurodivergent experiences and BIPOC narratives into a tapestry of transformation.

A global citizen fluent in five languages, Dr. Saad brings a kaleidoscopic perspective to the art of building community. Her innovative vision combines rigorous expertise—earned through a doctorate from UPenn and an MBA from Boston University—with profound empathy and cultural intelligence.

Under her leadership, the 1Ness Project Foundation pioneers groundbreaking initiatives like the SONNDER Program and Reclaiming Our Dignity, creating spaces where authentic connections flourish and individual dignity thrives. Her approach transforms traditional concepts of inclusion into dynamic experiences of belonging.

"Our differences are not walls to scale, but bridges waiting to be discovered," Dr. Saad often shares. "At the 1Ness Project, we're not just bridging the love gap—we're reimagining how humanity connects, heals, and grows together."

Through Dr. Saad's visionary leadership, what began as a mission to foster connection has evolved into a movement for transformative change, proving that when we embrace our unique ways of being, we unlock the extraordinary power of human unity