Our Member Support & Events Coordinator at Neighbor to Neighbor Massachusetts is Zulmalee Rivera. A lifelong resident of Springfield, Massachusetts, Zulmalee was born into a family of community activists and leaders, naturally evolving into a powerful advocate for her community.
Her journey into activism was profoundly influenced by her daughter’s experience at German Gerena Magnet School. The unsafe conditions of the school’s access tunnels, which frequently flooded and developed mold, prompted Zulmalee to take action. Collaborating with former N2N organizer Jafet Robles and other community leaders, she organized efforts to address the city’s and state’s negligence regarding the health and safety of the children.
Zulmalee officially joined N2N as the campaign manager for Springfield City Councilor Adam Gomez’s inaugural campaign. She later served as the chair of the Action Fund board, demonstrating her leadership and commitment to community empowerment. In her current role as Member Support & Events Coordinator, Zulmalee focuses on building power statewide, ensuring that the voices of marginalized communities are heard and respected.
Beyond her work with N2N, Zulmalee is recognized as a social activist dedicated to addressing systemic issues affecting her community. Her activism extends to environmental justice, where she has been involved in initiatives highlighting environmental injustices in Springfield.
In her personal life, Zulmalee enjoys sharing moments from her community involvement and family on social media. She resides in Springfield, where she continues to be a steadfast advocate for positive change.