My name is Ali Faruk and I’m running for Richmond City School Board in the 3rd District.
I am a proud and committed Richmond Public School (RPS) parent and advocate. I’m a father and husband who has called Richmond home for over 20 years. I met my wife in Richmond, our sons were born in Richmond, and both started as kindergarteners in RPS.
Raising and educating our children is one of the most human things we do. I believe learning is meant to be done in community. I believe our schools are most effective when we foster a supportive, inclusive, and affirming environment that promotes respect, belonging and compassionate accountability.
I want to bring that attitude and those values to our school board.