I am Dr Abann Yor, the CEO of the Aotearoa Resettled Community Coalition. As a practitioner, community advocate, and educator, I work in community development and social practice. With a background in organisational management and leadership, I develop initiatives that empower ethnic communities to engage, collaborate, and thrive. I am excited to join the Puketāpapa Local Board as a candidate in the 2025 Auckland local election. With over two decades of grassroots experience, I bring strong, leadership, and strategic planning skills. My focus areas - housing, environment, transportation, local businesses, youth, and senior wellbeing - are grounded in a community-led approach that values inclusivity and practical solutions. I am committed to addressing the challenges Puketāpapa faces and to contributing to the board’s collective efforts to meet diverse needs of our community. I would be honoured to bring my voice and experience to the table in service of our shared future.