Gender

Female

Location

Laurel, MD

Birthday:

July 5

How did you hear about the HEY PAPI PROMOTIONS Network?

I met Shawn at a business training

Your personal or business website

https://www.bornintosilence.org

Brief introduction about yourself or business services?

Sadija A. Smiley, a nonprofit founder, bereaved mother, and grief advocate, established Stillborn And Infant Loss Support (SAILS) in 2017 in memory of her daughter, Ivyanna Salene, lost to stillbirth at 36 weeks. Based in Maryland, SAILS offers vital community, education, mentorship, and support groups to those grappling with stillbirth and pregnancy loss, fostering mental health and well-being. Sadija's journey of loss fuels her mission to provide solace and unwavering support, advocating for dignity, compassion, and hope in grief. She challenges the narrative of lifelong grief burdens, nurturing a community that transforms pain into purpose. Through personal insight, education, and events, she inspires others on their healing paths. An Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist, speaker, and author, Sadija, a Philadelphia native, resides in Maryland with her family, dedicating her life to helping hearts heal.

To better assist our referral services and contracting opportunities which category identifies you the best?

Business Owner / Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, Nonprofit Organization