Yris Nelsi González

Yris Nelsi González is the executive director of the Asociación de Concesionarios de Fabricantes de Vehículos, Inc. (Acofave), an organization advocating for the automotive sector in the Dominican Republic. Recently, she has been in the news for supporting a proposal aimed at the urgent removal of abandoned vehicles, or 'chatarras,' from the streets and avenues of the country, citing public health concerns and the need for improved urban mobility. Under her leadership, Acofave emphasizes the importance of coordinated action among public institutions to address this pressing issue and ensure safer streets for citizens.