Saima Nasim

Saima Nasim

Saima is a trainer, mediator, and facilitator who owns her own practice, Moeen, which specializes in addressing cultural and religious sensitivities in conflict resolution. She also leads sessions with the National Conflict Resolution Center, working with diverse clients, including executives, HR  professionals, staff, landlords, students, and more. As a facilitator, Saima focuses on resolving cultural and religious conflicts, fostering dialogue and reconciliation across differences, and navigating polarized relationships during times of tension.

Her passion for this work is rooted in her experience as an active community organizer, serving on multiple nonprofit boards and leading initiatives that address the challenges conflict presents to growth.

Saima holds a Master of Science in Conflict Management and Resolution from the University of San Diego. Her core approach is empowering individuals and groups through the resolution process, building relationships, and driving positive change at the interpersonal and organizational levels. With her extensive education and hands-on experience, Saima is dedicated to facilitating lasting transformation in conflict dynamics.

As a trainer and facilitator with NCRC, she focuses on The ART of Inclusive Communication, Empathy and Mediation Training, and The Bystander Challenge. Saima facilitates large circles and meetings that enable participants to discuss sensitive issues and beyond.

CAREER & PRIOR EXPERIENCE

  • Conflict Resolution Specialist
  • Conflict Management Specialist
  • Mediator/Facilitator
  • Business owner
  • Education Director
  • Youth and Education Lead

TRAINING EXPERIENCE & SPECIALTIES:

Saima’s focus as a Conflict Resolution Specialist is to facilitate the process of empowerment that leads to resolutions. She also works toward building relationships between those embroiled in conflict at the interpersonal and organizational levels.

  • The ART of Inclusive Communication
  • Bias and Anti-Racism (ARTIC 2.0)
  • The Bystander Challenge
  • Trauma-Informed Connection
  • Conflict Management
  • Mediation
  • Empathy and Mediation Training

HOBBIES AND INTERESTS:

Saima has a strong, innate passion for interior design and loves exploring diverse cultures through travel to various countries.