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Nada Johnson is an accomplished and skilled Mediator, Registered Social Worker and former Professor with close to decade of experience supporting boards, leaders, and communities through conflict resolution, mediation, and organizational training.

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Her work is grounded in the belief that conflict, when guided with skill and compassion, can become an opportunity for growth, understanding, and renewed trust.

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Nada brings an exceptional blend of academic expertise, governance experience, and hands-on leadership to her mediation practice. As a Family and Workplace Mediator, she has worked extensively with organizations to address complex interpersonal dynamics, rebuild collaboration, and enhance board effectiveness through facilitated dialogue and tailored training.

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Leadership & Governance Experience​

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Nada’s governance expertise comes from years of service across multiple boards and leadership roles in the non-profit, community, and educational sectors. Her firsthand understanding of board operations and conflict dynamics allows her to help boards navigate challenges with professionalism and foresight.

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Director, Board of Directors — Luke’s Place
Nada brings her expertise as a  former Board Chair and Social Worker to support women and families affected by violence, contributing to board governance and program oversight that advance safety and empowerment.

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Chair of the Board — Toronto Rape Crisis Centre
As a former Board Chair, Nada provided strong, equity-focused leadership rooted in anti-racism and anti-oppression frameworks. She guided the organization through strategic planning, risk management, and policy development to ensure sustainable, accountable, and inclusive service delivery.

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 Director, Board of Directors — Unison Health and Community Services
In her governance role, Nada contributed to advancing equity-based social services initiatives, focusing on improving access and outcomes for priority populations, including clients with mental health and addiction challenges.

 

 Joint Health and Safety Committee Representative — Yonge Street Mission
Nada investigated critical incidents, ensuring accountability and safety in organizational operations

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Consultant & Strategic Advisor — Soroptimist International of Toronto
She previously provided high-level consultation on strategic growth, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion policy and board development

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Professional & Academic Contributions

Nada has combined her professional expertise with her academic work to create meaningful educational impact.

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Lecturer & Faculty Advisor, Dalhousie University – Faculty of Health, School of Social Work
At Dalhousie, Nada supported undergraduate and graduate students in social work programs applying mediation and conflict resolution principles to guide student-agency partnerships and foster effective professional collaboration.

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Professor, Centennial College – School of Business
As a former Professor of Business and Marketing, Nada taught in the Department of Marketing, Retail, and Project Management Studies, preparing students to become industry-ready professionals. Her courses emphasized leadership, organizational communication, and ethical decision-making—skills that directly inform her mediation and board consulting work.

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Training, Mediation & Organizational Consulting

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Through Board Mediation Experts, Nada and her team provide:

• Condo Board Mediation – Conflict resolution and communication repair among board members, owners, and property management.

• Non-Profit & Governance Mediation – Restoring trust and collaboration in decision-making.

• Training & Workshops – Governance, conflict management, and communication skills for boards and senior leadership.

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Her facilitation style is neutral, evidence-informed, and trauma-aware, focusing on helping leaders move from tension to trust while building long-term skills for effective governance.

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A Trusted Partner in Conflict Resolution

Nada’s approach combines compassion, structure, and strategy.

 

With close to a decade of experience in leadership, mediation, and social work, she understands the complexities of board dynamics — from interpersonal tensions to systemic governance challenges.

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Her philosophy is simple: “Conflict is not a sign of failure; it’s a signal for transformation.”

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At Board Mediation Experts, Nada brings this belief to life — helping organizations resolve disputes respectfully, rebuild relationships, and strengthen the foundations of trust and accountability.