Driven to make a meaningful change in the community, Lanette Rivera found her calling when she was introduced to Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth. Rivera herself was once a young person who dealt with unstable housing, and now, she’s able to help teens in the same position.
Energetic, passionate and always on-the-go, Rivera is a skilled organizer who takes pride in the success of others. She says she is humbled and inspired by the young people she works with, knowing that she is helping shape the next generation of changemakers. She successfully navigated the operational challenges of the pandemic and was part of the leadership team that created the 2021 Southern Nevada Homelessness Summit. The event was attended by several hundred individuals in-person and online, including local leaders, elected officials, national experts and more.
When she’s not working or volunteering her time, Rivera loves traveling, exploring new places and spending time with her Teacup Yorkie, Lucy.