Nyalat For Change

Would you like a free pass to Maine’s state parks? The Third Place is collaborating with the Nature Based Education Consortium and other community partners to provide free individual and vehicle park passes to BIPOC(Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color) folks across Maine.

This is an amazing opportunity for anyone who identifies as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color may apply for these passes. With many barriers to outdoor access in Maine, this is a huge step towards providing outdoor access for all. These passes are not for the general public.

Learn more and apply for a pass using the link below.

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City of Portland, Maine Board of Public Education on Jan. 4 approved a new 2-year contract with the BASE union. The new contracts makes pay for bus drivers, custodians & food service staff more competitive and can help address staffing shortages. Learn more: https://www.portlandschools.org/news___calendars/news/board_approves_new_contract_with_b_a_s_e

Please read!

It’s been a long and hard couple of years but my opportunity to represent my community and use my experience to amplify the voices of BIPOC students is here. Portland your new School Board At-Large member is very happy to serve you. And thank you to PPS for this gracious article.

Three seats on the City of Portland, Maine Board of Public Education were up for election Nov. 2. Nyalat Biliew, a political newcomer, won an at-large seat. District 1 member Micky Bondo & District 2 member Emily Figdor were reelected to their seats. Learn more: https://www.portlandschools.org/news___calendars/spotlight_news/newcomer__incumbents_win_school_board_seats

Please read my response to the recent
news around the school board At-Large. Please reach out to City Councilor and thee Clerk’s

WE'RE HIRING Dedicated Substitute Teachers & Remote Learning Liaisons! $150/day + $500 bonus/month. Opportunities are available at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Apply Now: http://ow.ly/9VDN50GjB7b

The signs are in!! Also check out these pictures taken by Adam Burk, Portland School Board - District 3 youngest son, C! He knew the assignment forsure🤩😅

Please visit nyalatforchange.com to learn more about how you can support our campaign! We need all the help we can get! If you would like a lawn sign, head over to our website and request one! I’ll personally bring it to you

Thank you so much for your constant support and guidance💕

Nyalat for Portland School Board As an alumna of Riverton Elementary School, Lincoln Middle School, and Deering High School, Nyalat knows what it will take to make our schools safer and more equitable. Support Nyalat Local leaders supporting Nyalat Jill DusonFmr. City Councilor Adam BurkSchool Board, District 3 Emily FigdorSchool B...

Hi Portland!

My name is Nyalat Biliew and I am running for candidacy for the at-large seat on the Portland School Board. I am a first generation immigrant, who is excited to represent and serve the community that raised me! I am also a proud alumni of Riverton Elementary School, Lincoln Middle School, and Deering High School. I am a community organizer who is very passionate about social, environmental, and economic justice. I am running for school board because I want to make sure that Portland Public Schools are a safe space for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) to learn and be heard. I will use my experience and observations as a former student to identify where change is needed and can take place. I will fight for the inclusion and diversity that this School System critically needs. I will stand, represent and advocate for BIPOC students and their parents. I will work to close the gap of the involvement of Parents of Color in the School System. And most importantly, I will work to create a safe learning space for all students of color and students with marginalized identities.

Approximately a year ago, the school board held a public meeting to discuss the removal of SROs (School Resource Officers) at Deering and Portland high school. As a first generation immigrant and a black woman who has gone through the Portland Public Schools system, and having witnessed and experienced racial violence at the hands of the police, it was distressing to see that white privilege and fragility pervaded the conversation. The story that followed reflects the path that most of our institutions have followed, being built on the framework and existing as a legacy of white supremacy. It reflects the way systems have always failed BIPOC communities; while prioritizing the fear of the majority.

We need to center BIPOC youth and create an environment they can see themselves lead and grow in. What is cultivating a community if we do not start with our youngest community members? I’m hoping this election can give Portland a new path to draw, a path that can represent Portland’s present and future, a path that ensures that Portland stands for all of us and not just a few. It is time to plant the future and create space for a young and diverse future for Portland.

Below is an autobiography written by a 17 year old me in my Art of Writing class. Other than growth and aging, not much has changed. I still love to camp and hike but I’ve definitely stopped participating in expeditions!. I have been very fortunate to add a couple more adventurous places to my travel bucket list. I went back home in 2017 with my mom and I’ve recently traveled to Thailand, Australia, Chile, Canada and many U.S states.

Visit Nyalatforchange.com to learn more about our campaign. Please help us meet our fundraising goal by donating and sharing this post

Our new palms cards are in! Union made as always🤩

Our campaign is also in need of your help! We are heading into the busy campaigning months and we need all the support we can get! Head over to our donorbox to get us closer to our goal.

https://donorbox.org/nyalat-for-school-board-at-large

More opportunities to empower and center marginalized students who need a bit more attention and resources! This is great news!

City of Portland, Maine Public Schools has won a $500,000 Barr Foundation grant to help more students graduate prepared & empowered for success! Learn more: https://www.portlandschools.org/news___calendars/news/p_p_s_wins_a__500_000_barr_foundation_grant

We finally got some campaign buttons to pass around and also have a new sign on the way!!
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Stay tuned for our new sign reveal🤩😆

Happy Independence Day to my home and the youngest country in the world, South Sudan. I was born in a refugee camp in Ethiopia, then moved to the U.S. when I was 8. I have never known my home country, but the pride and culture will never leave me. We have experienced many atrocities throughout gaining and maintaining our freedom but our resilience and strength will surely bring us peace.

With love and Solidarity,

Nyalat For School Board At-Large

Thank you for supporting me and continuously showing up for me, I really appreciate it! Please come by and sign my nominations papers to get me on the Ballot. Please share this post, visibility is KEY!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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PLANT THE FUTURE, ELECT BLACK WOMAN

Does that baby face look familiar?

PPS Honoring the Make It Happen Program April 6, 2021 April 6, 2021 The Portland Public Schools is pleased to announce that the district has been recognized for its commitment to equity as a Grand Prize winner i...

Thank you Ange Ishimwe for endorsing me! This campaign is fundamentally about bring a voice for BIPOC youth in our school system into the decision making process, and working my best to create a safer, more equitable environment for youth with marginalized identities.

I am honored to be endorsed by Ange, a leader of the Portland High School Black Student Union. I am also honored to have had the opportunity to meet with her and Black youth leaders from all 3 of Portland's public high schools, to hear their concerns and find ways to support them in my position.

If you haven't voted yet, I ask that you vote for me tomorrow and support the most progressive candidates running to represent you.

I am grateful to have the endorsement of Lisa Savage, a progressive, independent candidate for U.S. Senate. Like Lisa, I am concerned with addressing the problems youth face in our education system at their roots.

Thank you Lisa Savage for US Senate for your support!

Nyalat for Portland School Board Vote Nyalat BiliewAs an alumni of Riverton Elementary School , Lincoln Middle School, and Deering High School, Nyalat knows what it will take to make our schools safer and more equitable for students of color and students of marginalized identities. Support Nyalat Why I’m Running As a first genera...

Hey all, we'll be right back with the livestream when our quick intermission ends and our next performers get situated very soon.

EVENT UPDATE:

Hey everyone!

I've had to delay the event for a little bit due to logistical difficulties. But, as always, my team and I are working diligently and will have things up and running soon. We will be livestreaming the performances, so stay tuned!

I am honored to have received the endorsement of Shay Stewart-Bouley, the founder of Black Girl in Maine, a blog with social commentary from the perspective of a Black woman in the whitest state in the US. She is a committed advocate, and has done fantastic work focused on equipping people, who are less familiar with conversations around racism, with the necessary tools to effectively combat racism in their communities. Shay, your endorsement is meaningful and, if elected, I promise to make good on the trust you have invested in me as a candidate.

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Stay tuned for our upcoming events and announcements!

Happy National Coming Out day to my LGBTQI+ folks. Weather you feel comfortable and safe enough to come out or not, I support you and stand in full solidarity with you! I love and appreciate you all especially those that have blessed my life with their presence! I stand to uproot the oppressive systems that harm and jeopardize the safety of LGBTQI+ communities. Love is love, let us come together and protect each other. 🖤❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤

Just wanted to take the time to recognize this amazing human for his existence and this picture obviously. Thanks you for all the support you have given us, we appreciate you💞 Mouhamadou B Diagne

Send us your pictures of either you with your ballot support or a picture by our signs. We look forward to engaging with you all🖤🖤

If you missed this event last week, you can still watch the forum.

Turning Over a New Leaf 2020 — A Portland Candidate Meet & Greet! This event was organized by various candidates running for local office in Portland, Maine in 2020. It was not sponsored by any organization or association. ...

Watch the foolery that is Stacey Hang.

LNA Monthly Meeting 9/30/20 Libbytown Neighborhood Association's monthly meeting featuring the at-large candidates for school board!

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We're fighting to protect the city we love. Join us. A vote YES on A-E is a vote to put people first. https://www.peoplefirstportland.org/

Our rack cards are in! Let us know if you would like some!

Well said! Proud to be a RAM!

City of Portland, Maine Public Schools Superintendent Xavier Botana has issued the following statement in support of Deering High School co-principals for a recent message they shared with the DHS community: "I stand by Deering High School co-principals. They have a 1st Amendment right, they are taking a clear stand on behalf of Black Lives, because it matters and they are reflecting our commitment to Equity. Couldn’t be prouder of these leaders."

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Nyalat for Portland School Board Vote Nyalat BiliewAs an alumni of Riverton Elementary School , Lincoln Middle School, and Deering High School, Nyalat knows what it will take to make our schools safer and more equitable for students of color and students of marginalized identities. Support Nyalat Why I’m Running As a first genera...