Women & Politics presents:

Women & Politics with Carra Rose, Nicole Jones, and Rosalyn Gibson

Carra Rose – Candidate for City Council, 3rd District

Carra Rose, a longtime resident of Richmond’s Third District, the mother of two RPS elementary school students, a member of the Richmond City Democratic Committee, VP of Battery Park Civic Association and a former HR professional, has been a longtime organizer and activist in this part of Richmond. Professionally she was an HR consultant so has important experience managing systems and working with people. She also recently served as a general contractor on her home renovation so she knows how to get jobs done without going over time and over budget

Nicole Jones – City Councilor and Candidate for City Council, 9th District

Nicole Jones’ career is marked by her unwavering dedication to community, education, and social change. Serving as the appointed member of the Richmond City Council for the 9th District since January 1, 2024, Nicole’s roots in Richmond extend over 25 years. Her journey in public service began earnestly with her election to the Richmond City Public School Board in 2020, a role she held until her appointment to the City Council.

Nicole has already established herself as a formidable leader and advocate for her community, particularly the youth of the City. Before her time on the School Board, Nicole helped found a Civic Association in her neighborhood, which showcases her natural propensity for leadership and community building. Nicole’s dedication to fostering relationships and her reputation as a trusted leader underscores her authentic connection to the constituents she serves.

Nicole possesses over two decades of experience in business development and management. In her current role as Deputy Director of ART 180, a local non-profit centered on cultivating the creative expression of the youth across the City, she leverages her strategic expertise and passion for using the arts as a catalyst for conversation and systemic change. This intersection of community activism, strategic
thinking, and the arts underpins Nicole’s multifaceted approach to leadership and governance.

A staunch believer in the power of education and the arts as agents of social change, Nicole’s dedication is also personal. As a mother of two children who attended Richmond Public Schools, she champions the importance of amplifying young voices and views education as pivotal to the success of future generations. Her approach to public service is community-based, focusing on grassroots organizing, community and restorative justice, and systemic thinking to address and resolve complex issues.

Nicole’s vision for the 9th District and Richmond at large is expansive yet precise. She aims to enhance the quality of life for residents by tackling critical issues such as public health, transportation, safety, educational achievement, and recreation, particularly for the youth. Her commitment to maintaining a vibrant local economy through smart, conscious decision-making, coupled with her solution-oriented mindset, underscores her strategic approach to sustainable development. Nicole’s dedication to the successful implementation of comprehensive City plans, like Richmond 300 and the associated Southside Plan, highlights her forward-thinking philosophy and her commitment to the City’s long-term prosperity.

Rosalyn Gibson

Richmond resident Rosalyn Gibson joins Women & Politics this week as an endorser, discussing Frank Wilson’s campaign for City Council in the 8th District.

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Mara Guyer    Women & Politics    October 10th, 2024

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