Fifi N.

In my world that is full of color and style, I would define myself as a self directed and innovative thinker with a knack for developing creative solutions to complex problems.

A dedicated human development professional from a cross-cultural background whose work centers around sustainable practices that advance and promote social and gender justice.

A nerdy human with extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, seven of those years being in gender based work.

A passionate plant mom who is all about empowerment, advocacy and inclusion.

A champion for change who possesses deep knowledge and understanding on gender based issues and trauma informed care for marginalized populations.

I am a Game Changer, a Visionary and an Encourager.

Core Qualifications:
🔸️Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
🔸️Program Development and Design
🔸️Program Implementation and Monitoring 
🔸️Process Improvement and Quality Review
🔸️Project Planning and Management
🔸️Analytical and Strategic Planning
🔸️Resource Management 
🔸️Public Speaking and Facilitation
🔸️Strength-based, Trauma Informed Approach.
🔸️Relationship Development
🔸️Client Centered Care
🔸️Crisis Intervention
🔸️Gender Based Violence Prevention 
🔸️Gender Analysis
🔸️Case Management
🔸️Coaching and Mentoring

I am gifted and skilled in many different areas, but my utmost calling if I may say, centers around DEI and gender based work. My work is a gift and nothing is more satisfying than seeing my fellow humans being empowered and winning. When we invest time in building people, we inherently build healthy communities. I love this path and I am excited to go wherever this calling leads me.

Program Manager (Boutique) at the Gatehouse Feb 2020- Aug 2022

Provided oversight and operational management ensuring adequate supervision for personnel, inventory management, database management, documentation and reports, workflow management and program compliance. Responsible for building brand partnerships and ensuring excellent delivery of personalized trauma informed services for women.  Worked closely with senior leadership on initiatives focused on increasing workplace diversity and fostering an inclusive environment at all levels of the organization. Transformation and Self Esteem Coach.

Advisor at the Gatehouse Jun 2017- Jan 2020

Provided intensive and comprehensive long-term case management and coaching services for women in crisis. Accomplished personalized client care by assessing needs, developing individualized case plans, monitoring client progress, and facilitating interdisciplinary approaches. • Collaborated with other departments to provide holistic services for clients that contributed to the overall wellbeing goal for attaining self-sufficiency and independence. Supported women from various backgrounds to establish a new path to permanent change.

Program Coordinator at Amara Dec 2016- May 2017

Short term responsibility for implementing a post adoption program designed to promote awareness around issues related to diversity & inclusion (D&I) as well as providing training for adoptive parents and volunteers.

Youth Empowerment at Powerful Voices Dec 2015 to Nov 2016

Provided assessment, crisis intervention & coaching to adolescents’ girls and parents at risk; served as liaison interfacing with schools. Consulted with interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal educational and mental health plans for underserved youth and their families. Championed positive girl culture. Participated in the event planning process for PV annual Girlvolution- a youth led social justice conference.

Social Adjustments Services Case Manager at Refugee Services of Texas May 2014 to Dec 2015

Offered intensive long-term support and services to refugees experiencing severe hardship post the six months resettlement phase to help them successfully adapt to life in their new home. Facilitated refugees’ access to needed community resources and skill building necessary for self-sufficiency and integration in Dallas, TX.

Housing Coordinator YWCA Dec 2010 to Dec 2013

Provided support services for women experiencing homelessness. Conducted intake, accepted crisis referrals and made appropriate housing placement.

Bachelor of Business Administration from University of Tennessee, Knoxville 2013