Rosa is a retired federal public servant whose expertise spans stakeholder and public engagement, public sector governance, and in the area of older adults policy development. Before working in government Rosa was employed in the community support sector for many years delivering services to older adults through programs that allowed individuals to live independently at home. Rosa is an alumnus of Concordia University and the University of Ottawa. Her volunteer activities include Meals on Wheels, Caldwell Family Centre, and the Ottawa Jazz Festival.