Maya is From a working class family
Maya learned how important a sense of community is while she worked a union job for many years, eventually becoming an IT leader and then striking out to pay her success forward by launching her successful non-profit here in Aurora.
She Pushed through school no matter what
Maya’s famous sense of grit and determination meant that despite raising a family and working full time, she was able to achieve three masters degrees in health, business and IT. Maya also graduated from CU for her Bachelor in business.
Maya knows the power of local support
Maya launched her non-profit, The Wezesha Dada Center, which helps local youth explore careers, land their first jobs, and empowers women to find their economic voice here in Colorado no matter their background.
She’s focused on impact, not fame
Maya continues to fight for equity and impact, serving as Executive Director of the African Chamber of Commerce and advocating for small businesses and local entrepreneurs.
Maya is “remarkably sensitive to the challenges struggling residents must face against a world pressing hard against the middle and working classes.”
Aurora Sentinel
October, 2015
Maya showed up when we were in crisis
Maya worked to support medical transportation during the COVID19 pandemic, as well as by bringing vaccine access to underserved and elderly communities to make sure people got access to life saving health care, no matter their background or ability to pay.
she help shape policy and healthcare access for all
Maya has advised community leaders including Arapahoe County, Colorado Health Benefits Exchange, and Denver Health’s Community Advisory Panel where she guided researchers on how to better engage with communities of color using data-driven analysis based on facts.
Maya has Fought for fairness no matter what
As a Child Welfare Specialist, Maya led a process of reforming CDHS practices across Colorado’s 64 counties to reduce disparities and push for accountability. As a CASA volunteer, Maya has fought for individual children to have their voices heard in court.
She’s Boosted Civic Engagement here
Across several elections, Maya has built a reputation for turning out the vote here in Arapahoe county by giving a voice to the voiceless and working tirelessly to increase voter engagement in communities that are often overlooked.
Why is Maya running for Commissioner in District 4?
Arapahoe County is growing faster than our roads, housing, and services can handle. Families are feeling the squeeze — from the rising cost of living to long waits for care to neighborhoods struggling with safety and stability.
I’m running because I believe county government should focus on the basics: safe streets, attainable housing, reliable infrastructure, good-paying jobs, and accessible mental health support. These aren’t partisan issues — they’re the everyday challenges families, small businesses, and new arrivals face across our community.
I’m running to make sure immigrants and long-time residents alike have a fair chance to build a life here. I’m running to strengthen opportunities for working people and small business owners so they don’t just get by, but get ahead. And I’m running because leadership should be about solving problems, not scoring political points. Together, we can build a county where every family has a voice, every worker has a path toward prosperity, and every neighborhood feels like home.
Arapahoe County is at a crossroads. Our population is booming, but our housing supply, infrastructure, and services aren’t keeping up. Families are being priced out. Mental health needs are growing. Trust in government is falling. I’m running because I believe we can rise to this moment – if we lead with heart, humility, and a plan. I’m running to fight for attainable housing, high-quality jobs, and mental health access.
I’m running to create upward mobility for working people. I’m running because politics has become too performative—and too disconnected from people’s real lives.
And I’m running because no one should have to fight for a fair shot alone. So what do you say, are you with me, neighbor?
Are you on #TeamMaya?
Winning this race will take all of us. Are you in?
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