Nelly Jimenez-Arevalo

Nelly Jimenez-Arevalo

Norristown, Pennsylvania, United States
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▪ Over 27 years of in-depth experience in social services management
▪ Strong drive to…

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Experience

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    ACLAMO

    Montgomery County

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    West Chester

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Education

  • Universidad Santa Maria

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Volunteer Experience

  • Volunteer

    Pennsylvania Immigration & Citizenship Coalition

    Human Rights

    I started as a member, later as secretary of the Board and the last five years before I left the board I was the president of the Board.

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    Member Board Of Directors

    West Chester Area Senior Center

    - 5 years 5 months

    Social Services

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    Commission Member

    CHESTER COUNTY WOMENS COMMISSION INC

    - 3 years 1 month

  • Commission Member

    Montgomery County Commission for Women and children

    - 3 years 1 month

  • Co- Coordinator

    Chester County Proffessional Latino Luncheon

    - Present 19 years 7 months

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    Committee Member of the President Diversity Council

    Montgomery County Community College

    - 3 years 1 month

    Education

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    Cultural Affairs Board Member

    Montgomery County Community College

    - 7 months

    Arts and Culture

    Advisory Board members provide the Cultural Affairs Department with advice and insight on how to leverage the season line up to enhance Community engagement, increase Student Learning through collaboration making arts accessible to all through arts education and programs that reach underserved communities and be cultural ambassadors externally!

  • Commissioner

    Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latinos Affairs

    - 3 years 6 months

    The Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs (GACLA) is dedicated to advising the governor on policies and legislation that impact Latino American communities. GACLA and its commissioners have proficiently served Pennsylvania’s growing Latino community since 1971. Our aim is to contribute to the governor’s goal of government that works, schools that teach, and jobs that pay.

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    Board Member

    Norristown Police Department

    - Present 6 years 7 months

    Civil Rights and Social Action

    The Advisory Board for the Norristown Police Chief is responsible to provided insight and feedback about community police relations in the Norristown area!

  • Advisory Board Member

    Korean American Association of Philadelphia

    - 3 years 1 month

    KAAGP is a non profit organization that looks to served the Korean and Korean American community in the greater Philadelphia area through advocacy, cultural and social support to its members!

  • Advisory Board Member

    Congresswoman Madeleine Dean’s Racial Equality Advisory Committee (REAC)

    - 4 years 8 months

    Civil Rights and Social Action

    Congresswoman Madeleine Dean’s Racial Equality Advisory Committee (REAC)

  • Secretary Board of Directors

    Norristown Chamber of Commerce

    - 6 years

    Economic Empowerment

    To empower Norristown's business community by promoting the growth & success of members!

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    Advisory Council for Equity Member

    Montgomery County, PA

    - Present 11 months

    Human Rights

    The Council is an advisory board established to advise the Commissioners and the Chief of
    Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to support diversity, equity, and inclusion within the County. The
    Council shall conduct all business as an advisory board.
    B. Mission Statement -The Montgomery County Advisory Council for Equity (ACE) works
    collaboratively with and provides community-driven insights to the Chief of Diversity, Equity,
    and Inclusion to ensure integration of diversity, equity…

    The Council is an advisory board established to advise the Commissioners and the Chief of
    Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to support diversity, equity, and inclusion within the County. The
    Council shall conduct all business as an advisory board.
    B. Mission Statement -The Montgomery County Advisory Council for Equity (ACE) works
    collaboratively with and provides community-driven insights to the Chief of Diversity, Equity,
    and Inclusion to ensure integration of diversity, equity and inclusion with the County’s mission,
    operations, strategies, and business objectives. The ACE shall also advocate on behalf of County
    residents regarding issues, concerns, and needs related to diversity, inclusion, and equity.

  • Steering Committee Member

    Moving Montco Forward

    - Present 8 months

    Moving Montco Forward is a crucial initiative aimed at preparing our new Montgomery County Administration, Montco Commissioners to execute key priorities, assemble key staff, and establish a solid foundation for the next 4 years!

Projects

  • Certificates

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    • NELI Executive Leadership Certificate 2011. Bryn Mawr College. Bryn Mawr, PA
    • Parents as Teacher Educator and Supervisor. 2006. PAT National Center. PA
    • Medical Interpreter. The Health Federation of Philadelphia 2005. Philadelphia, PA
    • Public Notary. 2004. Philadelphia, PA
    • Domestic Violence Counselor. Congreso de Latinos Unidos. 2004. Philadelphia, PA
    • Anti-Predatory Lending. The Homeownership Counseling of the Delaware Valley. 2001. PA
    • Fundamentals and practices…

    • NELI Executive Leadership Certificate 2011. Bryn Mawr College. Bryn Mawr, PA
    • Parents as Teacher Educator and Supervisor. 2006. PAT National Center. PA
    • Medical Interpreter. The Health Federation of Philadelphia 2005. Philadelphia, PA
    • Public Notary. 2004. Philadelphia, PA
    • Domestic Violence Counselor. Congreso de Latinos Unidos. 2004. Philadelphia, PA
    • Anti-Predatory Lending. The Homeownership Counseling of the Delaware Valley. 2001. PA
    • Fundamentals and practices of Real State. Temple Real Estate Institute. 2000. Philadelphia, PA
    • Housing Counselor. The Homeownership Counseling of the Delaware Valley. 1999. PA

  • The keepers of the Commons. The Nantucket Project

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    The Keepers Of The Commons Program @ TNP identifies exceptional individuals in underserved communities and gives them the opportunity to awaken or renew their sense of purpose and broaden their horizons by participating in all the Nantucket Project (TNP) has to offer.

Honors & Awards

  • PA Commissioners Recognition

    GACLA -Tom Wolf

    Recognize Commissioners for their unwavering support to the Governor’s Tom Wolf Advisory Commission on Latinos Affairs for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

  • 2022 Latinos Diamond Award

    GPL Magazine | ExpoFE USA | Latino Diamond Awards

    Community Diamond- Highlight Latino Leaders making incredible impact in the communities they served!

  • 2022 POWER 100 Latino in PA

    Pennsylvania Latino Convention

    POWER 100 Who’s Who in Latino Pennsylvania are among the state’s most accomplished men and women in virtually every industry and profession. It is Latino excellence!

  • "Power Women 2013"

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    Main Line Women on the Move 2013

    http://www.mainlinetoday.com/Main-Line-Today/October-2013/Power-Women-2013-Nelly-Jimnez-Arvalo/

  • 2013 Distinguish Service Award

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    • Awarded “2013 Distinguish Service Award” presented by the Chester County Women’s Commission.

  • 2013 Professional of the Year

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    • Awarded ”2013 Professional of the Year” by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce during their annual
    gala in Philadelphia.

  • 2012 Community Hero Award

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    • Awarded 2012 Community Hero Award by El Zol Philly listeners by popular vote

  • Community Hero Crystal Award

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    • Community Hero Crystal Award by El Zol Philly and State Farm. 2012

  • Weekly Community Hero

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    • Awarded weekly Community Hero, Award by El Zol Philly and State Farm.

  • Literacy Community Impact Hero

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    • Literacy Community Impact Hero Award honored at the Fifth Literacy Hero Breakfast in Chester County organized by West Chester Public Library and Verizon.

  • Community Services

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    • Recognition for commitment and dedication to community services during the Hispanic Heritage Month by the Coatesville Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

  • “Most Influential Latina”

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    Awarded “Most Influential Latina” of the Delaware Valley by The Council of Spanish Speaking Organizations, Inc (Concilio), the Multicultural Affairs Congress (MAC) and the Impacto Latin Newspaper. 2006

Languages

  • English - Spanish

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