kathrop
City Council Vacancy Application
for Term Ending December 2026
RECEIVED
Submit application to:
Office of the City Clerk JAN 02 2025
390 Towne Centre Drive
Lathrop, CA 95330 CITY CLERK
Personal Information:
Registered
Name: Maid Fadiwal
First Middle
aste
Address Lathrop 95330
City State Zip
Home Telephone: Work Telephone:
E-mail: Fax:_
Resident of the City of Lathrop: /5.5 _ years
Background Information: (please see attachment fur answers) Why do you wish to serve as an appointed member of the City Council: _ What would you bring by way of perspective or experience to the City Council:
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Employment/Volunteer Information:
Please list any qualifications you feel would provide positive input to the work of the City Council.
Organization: Peralta Community bllege District Dates: Upril 2024 - Current Location: Dakland, CA Position(s): faculty Diversity Internstop Political sector pouties, whule integrading!
Students with Critical Trunking Skulls and a deeper awarnes of giebal and domstic portical Sustems Organization: Culerna Rural Legal Assistance Dates: July 2023- Jaman/ 2024 Location: Stocktom, CA Position(s):_ Community Warker:
Responsibilities/accomplishments: Aviccated for San fangun lounty residents by providing ugar support and conduchny thorough research on housing law, civil rodes, inde environmental policies to ensure elvut:
Could reman independent in Their homes and Communities. Successfully represented Clicats interests in adminustrative hearings and Milabratel With lacal Housity authorities, Social Service affices, and comnimly organzations toaddress Critical hausing issus. Buildiny Stang Zartnership with local government and Commenty groups, fostering coalirins a diverse interest to drive maningfel pancy arid advocacy afforts Organization: International Rescul Comanittee Dates: Sep 2021 - Ung 2023 Location:Turke 14, MA Position(s): Education Specialist 9 Advocacy Assistance.
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Conductan us-depth research and statistical analysis to mform pena rammendatimes and festered Communhy Partership do address environmental injustice and advocate for ot-risk youth, resulting in improved incursirees and solace sisperitie in bausing and edurahm Organization: Sierra Healthcare Foundatim Dates: Nov2021 - 60ly 2023 Location: Turloek - Sacramento, CA Positions): Policy Analyst.
Responsibilities/accomplishments: Carducted Comprehensive pokay research and analysis Son fongüin Villey.
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Community Activities that you have been involved with (feel free attach separate pages):
Name of Organization Position/Responsibilities/Accomplishments Dates Name of Organization Position/Responsibilities/Accomplishments Dates Special awards or recognitions you have received:_
Education Information:
Cuktoria Stale University Eost Bay Masters (MPA) Dubbeddinistratio 2024.
Educational Institution Degree/Diploma
allernia State inversity, East Bay Bachelors Piktical science 2o21 Educational Institution Degree/Diploma
Additional Information (Please provide any other information which you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application.)
Lis li ludest at Triuty Lawschwal, my passion for justice and human right drives mu commitment Civic service is a privilege and responsibility of interested, qualified, sincere citizens. The value and importance of wide participation of a large number of citizens cannot be measured. Your interest in serving on the City Council of the City of Lathrop is greatly appreciated.
General Information: Your application is a public document and will be kept on file for one year.
If you would like additional information, please call the City Clerk's Office, at (209) 941-7230.
Please slan and date vour annlication and submit to the Office of the City Clerk. 12/29/2024.
Date
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Background Information:
Why do you wish to serve as an appointed member of the City Council:
I have a profound passion and love for my city, coupled with a deep respect and sense of responsibility to ensure that Lathrop continues moving toward greatness. Serving as an appointed member of the City Council would allow me to contribute meaningfully to our community's growth, prosperity, and resilience. My dedication to public service stems from a commitment to creating equitable opportunities for all residents, fostering connections among our diverse population, and addressing the unique challenges that Lathrop faces.
I wish to bring a strong, proactive voice to our local government—one that champions transparency, inclusivity, and sustainable development. My robust background in advocacy, public policy, and community engagement, as well as my experience working with organizations like the International Rescue Committee, Sierra Healthcare Foundation, and California Rural Legal Assistance, have honed my ability to address complex issues and implement effective solutions.
Additionally, my role as an educator at Peralta Community College has further strengthened my commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that all voices are heard and valued. By serving on the City Council, I aim to uphold these values and help Lathrop thrive as a community that prioritizes the well-being of its residents while paving the way for a vibrant and promising future.
What would you bring by way of perspective or experience to the City Council:
I bring a rich and diverse set of experiences and perspectives to the City Council, shaped y my professional background in advocacy, public policy, education, and legal assistance an ny personal dedication to fostering equity and inclusion in every aspect of my work My time at the International Rescue Committee equipped me with the skills to navigate complex community needs, advocate for vulnerable populations, and address pressing issues like environmental challenges affecting children's livelihoods. Additionally, my work with the Sierra Healthcare Foundation allowed me to focus on the intersection of public health and community well-being, further strengthening my ability to address multifaceted community challenges.
As a Community Worker at California Rural Legal Assistance, I gained invaluable experience advocating for housing rights and social services, representing clients in administrative hearings, and ensuring their voices were heard in legal and community forums.
This legal background gives me a strong foundation to approach policy and governance with a focus on justice and fairness.
My role as an educator at Peralta Community College has further deepened my commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through my teaching, I have created inclusive environments that amplify marginalized voices and encourage meaningful dialogue. This experience has allowed me to engage with diverse perspectives and build collaborative solutions, which is critical for effective public service.
Combined with my academic achievements in Political Science and Public Administration and my passion for advocating for justice and equity, I bring a well-rounded and community-centered approach to the City Council. My experiences allow me to understand the needs of Lathrop's residents profoundly and ensure that every decision prioritizes their well- being and the city's sustainable growth.