Myrna’s family immigrated to San Francisco from El Salvador when she was a child during the 1980s, fleeing that country’s civil war. Myrna and her family reunited with members of their extended family who had lived in San Francisco for generations. As for so many others before and since, San Francisco provided Myrna’s family with refuge and economic opportunity.
As a former attendee of San Francisco State, a mother of three graduates from Westside public schools and a longtime resident of Ingleside Terraces, Myrna is committed to making sure that the City, and especially the Westside, works for all of its residents in the way that it has worked for her and her family.
Myrna, her husband Sean Donahue, and three daughters have made their home in Ingleside Terraces for the past decade.
Myrna has a long track record of results for San Franciscans as a County Supervisor, nonprofit executive and community organizer. Through her nonprofit leadership and work in city government, she expanded homeownership opportunities, increased access to affordable housing and passed groundbreaking legislation to keep our children safe.
As an urban planner, housing policy expert and economic development specialist, Myrna brings a wealth of experience and knowledge that makes her uniquely capable to fight for our community.
Myrna attended San Francisco State University, has a Bachelor’s degree from Excelsior College and a Master’s degree in Urban Planning with a concentration in housing development from Columbia University.
Thanks to her career in housing advocacy, community organizing, policy, and public service, Myrna has a deep understanding of the ways in which our government’s decisions and policies affect the everyday people it serves.
Myrna listens and collaborates, working with community members, neighborhood leaders and city staff to achieve results. She’s not afraid to tackle tough problems like keeping our neighborhoods safe, creating more housing opportunities for all, and ensuring our children and families have access to the childcare and educational opportunities they deserve.
Myrna has constantly demonstrated her willingness to partner with individuals and institutions in pursuit of a larger common goal. She will continue to bring that people-first perspective to her second term in office.
Myrna is fluent in English, Spanish and French, and speaks Swedish proficiently.
When not working on community issues, Myrna enjoys gardening and cooking.
Myrna is a lover and supporter of the performing arts, plays the flute and renaissance recorders, loves classical and folk music and is a dedicated Samba dancer.