Nellie is dedicated to addressing complex equity issues at the intersection of public health, transportation, and climate planning to enhance living conditions for underserved communities. With expertise in community development, active transportation, and resilience, she specializes in crafting solutions that balance equity and clean mobility. As a planner at Equitable Cities, she contributes to research projects, community engagement and outreach, curriculum development, and collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders.

Nellie holds a Master’s of Science in Community Development from the University of California, Davis. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of California, Berkeley, and an Associate of Arts in Spanish from Santa Rosa Junior College. Nellie lives in Berkeley, California, where she enjoys running and watercolor painting.