Jinnih Beels

Belgian politician and public servant

Jinnih Beels - Belgian politician and public servant
Born

October 8th, 1976
48 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Belgium

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Born in 1976, a Belgian politician served as a member of the Brussels Regional Parliament. Engaged in various initiatives focused on community welfare and urban development, dedicated significant efforts to promote social justice and inclusion. Actively advocated for environmental policies and participated in legislative processes influencing local governance. In 2021, elected to the Brussels-Capital Region Parliament, representing the Socialist Party.

Elected to the Brussels-Capital Region Parliament in 2021

Advocated for environmental policies

Promoted social justice and inclusion

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