Her integrity, strength, and faith are a part of everything she does. And Tiffany is bringing these values to the forefront for her run as City Councilwoman for District 46.
Raylene Charles is a wife and mother of two children, one of who is a special needs child, as well as a school administrator for the past 16 years. Prior to working in education, she worked in the legal field but throughout her focus has always been in community-building and creating positive change in her local community.
IVIE BIEN-AMIE
A proud Haitian-American and resident of Brooklyn, Ivie has spent her entire career advocating for those in need-from working as a District Family Advocate with the DOE to addressing housing insecurity as the current Community Organizer of Housing Equity at the Office of NYC Public Advocate Jumaane D. Williams.
DR. MARGARET CASTILLO
An educator for 33 years, Dr. Castillo has worked in the Marine Park neighborhood her entire career with the goal to provide an enriching educational experience for the children and families of NYC by providing guidance and mentorship to NYC youth.
MAGGIE CELY
Maggie is a writer, editor, activist, and non-profit professional. With 7+ years in the field, she's held a variety of positions with a focus on education, financial equity for women, human rights, labor rights, and environmental stewardship.
AISHA DEMOSTHENES
As a bilingual speech language pathologist, Aisha works with children with disabilities. In her spare time she leads Moms Who Care, Inc., a non-profit organization that has supported Brooklyn and the greater New York community for several years.
MAURICE EDWARDS
Maurice is a proud father, certified tax professional and owner of his own business, through which he has cultivated thousands of satisfied customers over the past 10 years.
CARLO DAMUS
Carlo is a teacher, mathematician, and lifelong learner. Born on the island of Haiti, he is currently a resident of Canarsie, Brooklyn.
VICTORIA ELIAS
Victoria is a 2016 graduate of SUNY Buffalo, where she majored in Public Communications and minored in African American Studies. Since graduation, she's dedicated her career to amplifying the voice of youth, which has seen her apply her education and skillset in both the nonprofit and education sectors.
JOPHRANE LIGONDE
Brooklyn-born, Jophrane is a proud mother of two, as well as a new media specialist. A strong believer in the power of education and self-care, she devotes her free time to working with youth.
MICHELLE MEWBORN
Evangelist Michelle Mewborn has been a resident of Sheepshead Bay for 18 years. A strong believer in the power of community-she strives everyday to serve her community through love, trust, and truth.
LEONIE MORRIS
Leonie is a proud Caribbean Immigrant and Brooklyn resident. She is an advocate for children with autism and developmental disabilities. Leonie has served on several Leadership boards for Education and Healthcare.
REV. DR. VALERIE OLIVER-DURRAH
Rev. Dr. Valerie Oliver-Durrah has made a career of philanthropic advisement, non-profit management, and communication strategist. As Founder, President and CEO of the Neighborhood Technical Assistance Clinic, she uses her skillset to support organizations and leaders working to address the needs of underserved people and communities.
MELISSA SEVERE
Melissa is a first-generation Brooklynite and mother, who found her passion for public service as a young student at CUNY Brooklyn College. She's since followed that passion into several government positions focusing on education, health care and personal finance.