2014 Winnipeg Civic Election

Why did you decide to run in the 2014 School Board Election?

As a member of the visible minority which is growing very fast in Manitoba because of our rich Provincial Nominee Program I have a vested interest in the future of our educational system and how it can work better in our diverse community.

What experience will you bring to compliment your role as School Trustee?

I have worked for 10 years for non-profit organizations that focuses on child welfare and development. Presently while working full-time in the Nursing Office of Health Sciences Centre - Children's hospital, I am very much involved in different Multicultural programs and actively involved in different human rights activities in the city. As a member of Migrante Manitoba, I participate in promoting migrants rights and dignity against all forms of discrimination, exploitation and abuse in the work place and in the community and resist all anti-migrant policies.

What are some issues that you would like to stand for in your role as School Trustee, and why are these issues important to you?

Quality Education is on the top of my list. In Manitoba, we have a very rich cultural diversity. We have such great potential to use this ethnicity and combine it with our educational system. Empowering our educators is significantly important if we are to improve quality education. I am a believer in continuous growth through training and education. Character building, good attitude and a healthy sense of responsibility is for me what quality education is all about and I will champion these as a trustee.

What is one thing in particular that you appreciate about the school ward or school division you wish to represent?

I believe that my division especially my ward is one of the most culturally diverse community in the city. Families worked hard to provide good and quality education for their children. We have tons of exceptional people living in the neighbourhood that is waiting to be listened to and be involved in making a better school division.

Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?

My candidacy is not a matter of finding faults, mistakes or problems and pointing fingers. I believe and promote empowerment. My perspective and my opinion ends the moment the people speak. That is what my ward will expect from me. I will have the biggest ear when it is time to listen and will have the biggest mouth when it is time to talk. - the people will dictate that time.