Neha Patel

Neha Patel is the Co-Executive Director of the State Innovation Exchange (SiX), a nonprofit organization that focuses on providing liberal and progressive model legislation for state legislatures.3 Here are some key details about Neha Patel:

Background and Experience

Neha Patel grew up in the Midwest (Indiana/Michigan) as the child of immigrants.2 She has had a lifelong career in domestic and international human rights advocacy, spanning over 20 years.2 Her work has focused on:

• Reproductive rights, health, and justice
• Combating the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Chicago and NYC
• Fighting for LGBTQ protections in India
• Expanding access to sexual and reproductive health and rights in South and Southeast Asia
• Supporting local organizations in over 70 countries to build stronger government and civil society institutions

Role at SiX

As Co-Executive Director, Neha Patel has been instrumental in the growth and success of SiX:

• She has co-led the organization for over 7 years alongside Jessie Ulibarri.1
• During their tenure, they have more than tripled the size of the organization's operating budget and doubled the size of staff.1
• They have built a strong financial reserve and multi-year funding pipeline.1
• Under their leadership, SiX's programs have grown in impact, with a network of over 12,000 members across all 50 states.1

Education

• Master's degree in Public Policy (with a concentration in Maternal and Child Health) from Johns Hopkins University
• B.A. in Economics (minor in Psychology) from the University of Michigan2

Transition

It's worth noting that Neha Patel, along with her co-executive director Jessie Ulibarri, will be transitioning out of their roles at SiX on March 31, 2025.1 They are leaving the organization from a position of strength and have planned this transition with thoughtful intention.1