Ready to Lead Brockton Forward

• As a Director of Social Work: I’ve led teams, managed crises, and ensured quality care for seniors—direct experience that prepares me to oversee departments like public health, elder services, and housing.
• I know how to lead systems that care for people with dignity and accountability.

• Managed nonprofit operations and successfully secured and used public grants—including for the 2020 Brockton Census campaign—to expand outreach and deliver results.
• Created “Peek-a-Boo Puree” using funding from the Family Resource Center, providing healthy eating tools and gift baskets for infants 6–18 months, in partnership with BASMI and WIC.

• Co-hosted Brockton Stand Up Strong on Community Access TV—offering education, election results, and vital community information.
• Helped launch Brockton Mutual Aid, connecting families—including undocumented residents—to food, housing financial relief, baby care items, and healthcare resources during the pandemic.

• Advocated for education funding, behavioral health reform, smaller class sizes, and stronger school safety.
• Supported Viva Urbana in pushing for low-income housing and renter protections.
• Spoke at Legislation Day with Senator Keenan, demanding more funding for elder services.
• Led advocacy during Brockton’s redistricting, ensuring fair representation for marginalized communities.
• Championed the Fair Share Amendment (Millionaire’s Tax) that passed in 2020 with 4% surtax, which helped revise. 
• My degrees and professional background allow me to turn real community needs into smart, effective policy.

• As a small business owner, I understand the challenges of starting and sustaining a business in our city.
• Led voter registration drives, Census outreach, and civic education programs to strengthen democracy and economic participation across Brockton.

• As mayor, I’ll serve as School Committee Chair—a responsibility I take seriously
• I’ve fought for mental health supports, classroom resources, and inclusive school environments. I will continue to center students, families, and educators in every decision.

• My leadership in both the military and healthcare systems has prepared me to act under pressure.
• I’ll ensure Brockton is ready for public health challenges, housing instability, and climate-related emergencies.

• I’ve represented Brockton in the State House, in houses of worship, in our education system, on television, and in the streets—standing with those who need a voice.
• I believe showing up is leadership, and I will always show up for our city.

From policy and public health to education and economic justice, I bring the vision, experience, and heart to serve every corner of Brockton. I’ve been fighting for our families, advocating for better systems, and delivering real results.

Now I’m ready to lead with you, for all of us.