Making a Difference

Alma Siliezar, Director of Constituency Services & Membership, NALEO Educational Fund. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Centers for Environmental Information, 18 weather- and climate-related disaster events — with losses exceeding $1 billion each — affected the United States in 2022. This past weekend, Hurricane Hilary —… Read More

The new National Press Secretary for the Department of Health and Human Services in the Biden-Harris Administration, Ilse Zuniga, discusses how emotional intelligence and trusting her instincts have led her to success in politics. Ilse Zuniga (pronounced ill-say) immigrated to the United States from Mexico when she was 11 months… Read More

When it comes to promoting healthy living and encouraging students to make health conscious food choices, North East Independent School District (NEISD) Board President Susan Galindo believes schools should look beyond what’s served in the cafeteria. NEISD has long rallied for health and wellness policies that promote students’ well-being, but… Read More

New Jersey Assemblywoman and Homeland Security Chair Annette Quijano knows firsthand the importance of preparing communities for emergencies.  The constant threat of manmade and natural disasters is a reminder that New Jersey residents can never be too prepared to tackle emergencies.    As a participant at NALEO’s first National Policy… Read More