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Nadine Head

Kinsman | Community Organizing

Nadine-Head

Nadine Head has been dedicated to serving her community and advocating for the residents of the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA), the seventh largest housing authority in the nation with close to 10,500 units of housing, for almost 20 years.  As Vice President of the Progressive Action Council (PAC) she helps CMHA fulfill its mission to be a leader in providing safe, quality, affordable housing opportunities to residents of Cuyahoga County. She encourages the PAC to be the voice of the residents and communicate pressing issues and concerns to CMHA management so viable solutions can be reached. Her commitment and consistency have built a trusting relationship between both residents and CMHA staff and enabling her to be a point person for providing recommendations and suggestions regarding CMHA community affairs.  Her relationship with CMHA began in 1991 when she moved into Heritage View Homes and eventually served as its Local Advisory Council President. Nadine is also speaks on topics that include the criminal justice system, the importance of the vote, and voter registration.