About Juwan

My name is Juwan Skeens and I am running for the Massachusetts State Senate seeking to serve the First Suffolk District in order to bring Reliability, Accessibility, Transparency and Effectiveness into State Government.

 

I was born and raised in Boston, where my family has owned property in Dorchester for over 50 years, and Christ Temple Church of Personal Experience in Roxbury has been our church home. I graduated from Boston Public Schools, attending The Joseph Lee School in Dorchester, Timilty Middle School in Roxbury, and Excel High School in South Boston, where I was a Junior Varsity Debate Champion in the Boston Debate League and the Senior Class President. As a Neighborhood Liaison for District 4, I had the privilege of working with then Boston City Council President Andrea Campbell from 2016-2018. During this time, I served the communities of Dorchester, Roxbury, and Mattapan by attending zoning board meetings and nearly 20 civic associations monthly, which allowed me to connect residents and businesses to city, state, and federal resources. Since July 2020, I have been a Community Organizer for the non-profit Redefining Our Community (ROC) Neighborhood Association, founded in 2009 after the tragic murder of Steven P. Odom in 2007. In this role, I have led two petitions, managed the Norfolk Street Bridge, and directed our community-led Life Skills Training and Wellness Center. I have been recognized as a Community Hidden Hero and have served as an Affiliated Board Member of the Codman Square Neighborhood Council since December 2022.

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Voters should support my campaign for State Senate because I have deep roots in our community and a proven track record of dedicated service and leadership. Growing up in Boston, with my family owning property in Dorchester for over 50 years and being an active member of Christ Temple Church of Personal Experience in Roxbury, I understand the unique challenges and strengths of our neighborhoods.
As a graduate of Boston Public Schools, where I excelled as a Junior Varsity Debate Champion and served as Senior Class President, I have demonstrated leadership and a commitment to excellence from a young age. My experience as a Neighborhood Liaison to District 4, working alongside then Boston City Council President Andrea Campbell, equipped me with valuable insights into local governance and the needs of our communities. During this time, I actively engaged with residents, businesses, and nearly 20 civic associations monthly, connecting them to essential city, state, and federal resources.

Since July 2020, my role as a Community Organizer for the Redefining Our Community (ROC) Neighborhood Association has further solidified my commitment to our community. Leading initiatives such as managing the Norfolk Street Bridge and directing the Life Skills Training and Wellness Center, I have demonstrated my ability to drive meaningful change and address local issues effectively. My recognition as a Community Hidden Hero and my nomination to the Codman Square Neighborhood Council underscore my dedication and impact.

As your State Senator, I will bring this extensive experience and deep community connection to the state level, advocating for policies that directly benefit our neighborhoods. My campaign is built on a foundation of listening to and empowering our community, ensuring our voices are heard and our needs are met. Together, we can create a brighter future for the First Suffolk District, and beyond.
 

Kind Regards,

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Juwan K. Skeens

Candidate for Massachusetts State Senate - First Suffolk