Roberta Melo Appointed New Secretary of Social Assistance in Pelotas
Roberta Melo was appointed the new Secretary of Social Assistance in Pelotas, bringing extensive social work experience and academic expertise to address growing municipal social challenges.
- • Roberta Melo appointed as new Secretary of Social Assistance in Pelotas, succeeding Raquel Nebel.
- • Melo holds degrees in Social Work and Sociology and has 16 years of experience with the INSS.
- • She expressed optimism about strengthening social assistance policies amid growing demands.
- • The appointment ceremony was attended by key municipal officials including the vice mayor.
Key details
On December 24, 2025, Mayor Fernando Marroni officially appointed Roberta Melo as the new Secretary of Social Assistance (SAS) in Pelotas, succeeding Raquel Nebel, who served for over a year. The appointment ceremony featured notable attendees including Vice Mayor Daniela Brizolara and other city secretaries.
Roberta Melo brings extensive expertise to her new role. She holds a degree in Social Work from the Catholic University of Pelotas and a master's degree in Sociology from the Federal University of Pelotas. With 16 years of experience as a social worker at the National Institute of Social Security (INSS), Melo has worked in multiple municipalities across Rio Grande do Sul and has a strong background in social rights and social security policy access. Prior to accepting the position, she took a leave from her federal post to dedicate herself fully to the municipal role.
During a transition meeting with Raquel Nebel, Melo acknowledged the challenges facing municipal social assistance, expressing concern about growing demands but optimism about strengthening social assistance policies and community ties. Mayor Marroni emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts to enhance support for vulnerable populations in Pelotas.
Melo's experience also includes involvement with social policy management councils and academic research on women's contributions to social assistance, underscoring her commitment to advancing social rights within the city's framework.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
