The Meaning Of ONE
Multiplied By One Org is a Canadian Registered Charity for trauma and dissociative disorders and their loved ones.
The origins of this organization’s name came from the fact that any number multiplied by one remains the same. Just like one person may have many parts or states, they are also “one whole” in functional multiplicity.
There are very few resources for dissociative disorders, particularly Dissociative Identity Disorder. In Canada, like other countries, institutions and organizations know little, if anything, about treating this community. We seek to be part of the change.
Where there are few services, build them. When there is no hope, create it.
~ Founder of Causes
Our Reach
Members of Multiplied By One Org are in Hawaii and Alaska, USA, Canada, Mexico, Bolivia, Barbados, Brazil, England and Scotland of The United Kingdom, Italy, France, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Austria, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Sweden, Portugal, Rwanda, South Africa, Egypt, Mauritius, Pakistan, India, Philippines, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand.
Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Stó:1õ, Semiahmoo, WSÁNEC, Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group, Kwantlen, Tsawwassen, Katzie, and St’uminus.
The second fiscal year of Multiplied By One Org ended on March 31st, 2024. The building up of this organization was accomplished entirely via equity, volunteer hours, and perseverance.
Annual Impact Report 2023
Annual Impact Report 2024
Registered Charity, 741320600 RR0001
Multiplied By One is not led by manpower. The few of us making this engine turn for this cause are driven by willpower.
~ Founder of Causes
Melissa C. Water
Founder and Executive Director
As the founder of Multiplied By One Org, Melissa C. Water is an author and mental health advocate who lives with Dissociative Identity Disorder and Tourette syndrome. Through projects like The Bag System podcast, she hopes to demonstrate the human element in a concept so often viewed as tragic or fascinating.
Her vision for this organization is her priority mission, and the individuals involved are the forces driving her forward.
Ian Rawson
President of the Board
Rainbow Edgar
Vice President of the Board
Rainbow Edgar was among the earliest to share the vision of Multiplied By One. As a support group host, they have helped create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for members.
Rainbow recently began their career as a psychotherapist after receiving their limited license in clinical social work. They are passionate about uplifting lived experiences and celebrating neurodiversity.
Mosaic
Secretary of the Board
Lorenzo Guerriero
Treasurer of the Board
As a dedicated ally, Lorenzo sits on the board as Treasurer and is an accountant based in Montreal, Canada.
Megan Novak
Director of the Board
Megan, as a therapist working with trauma and dissociation is an ally and a dedicated support to this community.
Kim Sandbrink
Director of the Board
Kim is a Social Worker in the USA with 23 years of professional experience, an author of a children’s book on coping with trauma, and a solid ally to this community.
Zain Shaikh
Director of the Board
Zain brings a dedication to furthering our mission with wisdom in marketing and outreach.