Jean-Philippe Dorval serves Prevention Action Alliance as the Advocacy and Public Policy Liaison with plans to continue his journey toward being an advocate for improved, equitable health outcomes in Ohio’s most vulnerable communities.
Originally from Upstate New York, Jean-Philippe’s Haitian heritage and experiences growing up sparked an early interest in public service. This interest has guided him through all of the opportunities and positions he has held thus far and continues to inspire him today. Through his role as Manager of Legislative Affairs and Administrative Services, Jean-Philippe aims to use his experience and love for public service to help increase Prevention Action Alliance’s impact and reach.
Prior to joining PAA, he served as the Senior Legislative Aide to the Ohio Senate’s Assistant Minority Leader, Senator Charleta B. Tavares of the 15th District. In his role as Senior Legislative Aide, he was responsible for numerous administrative and legislative duties, including but not limited to legislative research, bill tracking, constituent relations, and stakeholder organization.
Jean-Philippe has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Chicago and has done work in the Chicago Public Schools System, the Office of Presidential Correspondence under the Obama administration, and 270 Strategies, a Chicago-based management consulting firm. He enjoys playing basketball, listening to and making music, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends.