Faustina is from Myaungmya-Yangon, Burma, and has been supporting the Karen community in Buffalo for many years. She started as a volunteer and became KSB’s Program Coordinator in 2020. She helps run programs, supports families, organizes services, and builds community partnerships. With a Master’s in Social Work and experience as an educator and interpreter, Faustina has spent over a decade helping community members navigate schools, appointments, paperwork, and daily challenges. She’s passionate about helping others and promoting mental well-being.

Lin Naing is from Karen State, Burma, and has spent many years working in social services. After working as a social worker in Bangkok, he moved to the U.S. in 2005. He has held roles at Wegmans, the International Institute of Buffalo, and the Burmese Community Support Center. Lin first joined KSB in 2016 and returned in 2020 after the COVID-19 shutdown. With his long experience supporting the Burmese and Karen community, he continues to play an important role in helping families navigate services and find the support they need.

Stephanie is the co-founder of Smith, Nadbrzuch & Associates and has worked with nonprofits across Western New York for many years. Originally from Pittsburgh and a Houghton College graduate, she moved to Buffalo to support the refugee community and spent eight years at Jericho Road, including time as Executive Director. She began working with KSB in 2018 and has been an important part of our growth, using her strengths in operations, communication, and development to support the organization.

Eh Ta Mu is a case manager at KSB and earned her BS in Health Services Administration from Bryant & Stratton College in 2024. She’s a caring mom, a devoted wife, and a Sunday school teacher at her church. In her free time, she enjoys hiking with her family, playing music together, and trying new recipes. She feels grateful to do work that supports her community.