05/26/2026
Today, we are incredibly excited to endorse Mel Alvarez-Zabriskie for TNDP Executive Committeewoman District 17.
As a first-generation Cuban-American in Tennessee, Melissa has dedicated her life to serving communities through compassion, advocacy, and action. From her work as a community-based mental health therapist to advancing equity and access for Latino / Latine families in the nonprofit sector, her leadership has always been rooted in care.
Recognizing the gaps in support and representation facing Latino communities, Melissa went on to found the Tennessee Hispanic Action Network, the only gun violence prevention organization in Tennessee focused on the disproportionate impact gun violence has on the Latino community.
Hear more on our endorsement from our board member, Fabian Bedne!