Neha Patel
About Neha Patel
Neha Patel is the Program Coordinator for the National Basketball Social Justice Coalition at the NBA, with a background in criminal justice analysis and public policy.
Program Coordinator at NBA
Neha Patel currently serves as the Program Coordinator for the National Basketball Social Justice Coalition at the NBA. Based in New York, New York, Neha has held this position since 2022. Her role involves coordinating various programs aimed at promoting social justice initiatives within the basketball community and beyond. Her efforts are focused on leveraging the NBA's platform to drive meaningful social change.
Criminal Justice Analyst at Arnold Ventures
Before joining the NBA, Neha Patel worked as a Criminal Justice Analyst at Arnold Ventures from 2019 to 2022. During her tenure, she contributed to research and policy analysis aimed at reforming the criminal justice system. Her work involved evaluating the effectiveness of various criminal justice policies and proposing data-driven solutions to improve public safety and justice outcomes.
Educational Background in Public Policy Analysis
Neha Patel holds a Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy Analysis - Politics Concentration from Pomona College, where she studied from 2015 to 2019. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in political science and policy analysis, equipping her with the skills to navigate complex social issues and contribute effectively to policy reform initiatives.
Early Career and Internships
Neha Patel has gained a wide range of experience through various internships and early career roles. In 2018, she worked as a Legal Intern at Public Counsel in the Greater Los Angeles Area and as a Youth Empowerment & Direct Services Intern at Sakhi for South Asian Women in New York City. She also served as an Independent Student Researcher in Morocco with SIT Multiculturalism and Human Rights in 2017. Additionally, she held multiple roles at Pomona College from 2015 to 2019, including Women's Union Staff Member, Public Policy Analysis Department Liaison, and Outdoor Education Center Staff Member.
High School Education at Hopkins School
Neha Patel completed her high school education at Hopkins School, earning her high school diploma in 2015. During her time there, she was involved in various extracurricular activities, including serving as a Senior Fellow Program Mentor. Her high school years laid the foundation for her later academic and professional achievements.