Clark-Fulton | Community Organizing
Elana Zollars Almaleki is a long-time resident of the Clark-Fulton neighborhood in Cleveland’s near west side. She consistently volunteers her time in the community and in 2018 became the Community Engagement Coordinator for Ward 14. During her time at the council office, Elana has championed the beautification of her neighborhood by starting and co-leading an initiative known as ‘Painting a Better Picture’ (PABP) in which artists and local youth were able to paint waste containers, fire hydrants, and upcycle used tires into gorgeous planters. In an endless attempt to clean up the neighborhood, Elana does her part to encourage friends and family to join her on community clean-up walks. In the future Elana hopes to help create a more inclusive community. Known to befriend anyone regardless of their background, Elana hopes to continue to spread inclusion through her community with events such as ‘Painting a Better Picture’, and in her role as Community Engagement Coordinator at Metro West Community Development Organization.
