Sadija A. Smiley

About me

My name is Sadija A. Smiley and I am a true business visionary in the nonprofit space, a best-selling author, and an internationally renowned speaker. I am the Founder & CEO of Stillborn And Infant Loss Support, a nonprofit organization based in Maryland. I also own Ivy Healing Enterprises, where I coach and train nonprofit leaders and teach others the tools and action steps to move through the pain of grief and heartbreak.As a nonprofit leader, I have over two decades of experience in Workforce Development, Housing and Homeless Services, Case Management, Data Management, Staff Training and Development, Program Evaluation, Fundraising, Development, Strategic Planning, and Quality Control. I poured my insight, expertise, and vast knowledge into creating The Nonprofit Locker Room™. I have the kind of brainpower and clarity of thought that will help you cut right to the heart of what's needed, and I'll support you in making the changes that will transform the impact you AND your organization will have. Numerous organizations have formally recognized my community and professional contributions, including Multiplying Good, Prince George's County Social Innovation Fund, and Leadership Center for Excellence.I exercise, travel, and enjoy time outdoors when I'm not helping grievers and nonprofit leaders. I am the proud mother of 3 beautiful girls, one in heaven and two on earth. I'm an HBCU alumni of West Virginia State University and earned my MBA from Strayer University. I was born and raised in West Philadelphia.

Consulting

Putting My Expertise to Work for You!

Leading a nonprofit organization is undoubtedly hard work, and some days it can be overwhelming! As a resource for nonprofit organizations of all sizes, I use my collaborative coaching style and insightful approach to provide nonprofit entrepreneurs and leaders with the tools they need to transform their organizations. My customized solutions for operational and management challenges to individual training and coaching help nonprofits build their team and develop the knowledge, strategies, and tactics they need to meet immediate and longer-term challenges.I will walk you through and help you navigate operational and management challenges, including:- Staff coaching and training
- Team building
- Partnership development
- Creating and improving donor relationships
- Board and volunteer leadership developmentI bring new life to your organization by coming up with fresh ideas, an outside perspective, and customized solutions for your challenges. When you’re ready to start building and growing the nonprofit of your dreams, I’m prepared to help you make it happen. Please click below, and contact me today!

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Non-Profit
Locker Room

Collaboration over Competition.

This is the only community created to help nonprofit founders and minimize their challenges through education, collaboration, and support. Starting and Operating a Nonprofit Organization can be frustrating. (Fact and Source). With the Non-Profit Locker Room running a nonprofit just got easier!Here you have discovered a home for networking events specifically designed to help you build professional relationships & share your cause/organization, a growing national/global community of changemakers just like you, and founders/organizations excited to partner and create impact.

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Grief Support

Compassionate
Mentorship & Support.

I'm sorry you're here but glad you found me! If you're looking for a sign of hope, you've come to the right place. I welcome you with love and compassion. I know how hard healing after a loss can be.I experienced the loss of my firstborn child when I was 21 years old. That same year I experienced the loss of my maternal grandmother, several friendships, and the loss of my job. In 2011, I separated from my husband and eventually divorced in 2013. During those ten years, I felt alone, and no one understood my pain. People would tell me that time heals all wounds and that I had to be strong for my two daughters.They didn't understand that I couldn't be strong, but I also couldn't display my weaknesses. I threw myself into work and exercised every chance that I wasn't caring for my children. It wasn't long before I realized I couldn't continue living this way and needed help.When I discovered the Grief Recovery Method, it changed my life! I quickly realized:1. How ill-prepared I was to handle grief.
2. The sadness and disappointment I felt were normal.
3. That I wasn't alone.The Grief Recovery Method provided me with a safe space and helpful tools to jump-start my recovery from loss. I am passionate about empowering individuals with the tools and action steps to move beyond the pain and isolation of grief and heartbreak, completing what's unfinished in their relationships (past and present), and reclaiming a life of happiness, fullness, and joy. A series of small and correct choices achieve recovery from loss. I am confident that if you show up and participate, you will experience healing too!As an Advanced Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, I help women recover from the trauma of emotionally significant loss, including the loss of a child, spouse, or parent, not to mention the loss of trust stemming from infidelity and other betrayals. I provide support both in person and online. I would be honored to help you on your journey to healing. Feel free to reach out for a gentle conversation to explore whether the grief recovery method suits you.

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