I am running for Oakland City Council in District 4, which stretches from Montclair to Melrose, from Dimond to Redwood Heights. As your Councilmember, I’ll work hard every day to reduce crime, build a thriving economy, support our schools, and make your government more responsive and responsible.

Born and raised in District 4, I’ve focused my life on making Oakland better. One of my first memories was when, at age 5, I wore a sandwich board to help my mom raise money for Oakland arts programs – I’ve been at it ever since. I spent my youth volunteering – as a Girl Scout, at Children’s Fairyland, and Joaquin Miller Park – until graduating from Skyline High. As an attorney in my late 20s, I co-founded the non-profit Oakland Cares, which organized and implemented hundreds of volunteer community improvement projects across the city.

I was later recruited to serve as Chief of Staff to Council President Ignacio De La Fuente, as a top aide to Mayor Jerry Brown, and as Director of Public Affairs for the Port of Oakland. At City Hall and at the Port, I built a track record of effective leadership for Oakland. I’ve also served on the boards of nine Oakland non-profits and three City of Oakland Commissions – all fueled by my passion for the arts, education, civic engagement, and social justice.

Oakland has made me who I am. Now I want to make Oakland an even better place. I want my two young children to thrive at Oakland public schools, grow into amazing adults, and choose to raise their families here. If you share this vision, please support my campaign by donating, signing up to volunteer, or spreading the word.