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Juandalynn Givan
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Givan in 2021
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| Member of the Alabama House of Representatives from the 60th district |
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| Assumed office November 3, 2010 |
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| Preceded by | Earl Hilliard Jr. |
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| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Miles College Miles Law School |
| Occupation | Attorney, business owner |
| Website | givanformayor.com |
Juandalynn Givan is an American lawyer, business owner, and politician. She is a member of the Democratic Party. Since 2010, she has served in the Alabama House of Representatives, which is a part of the government that makes laws for the state of Alabama. She represents District 60, an area that includes parts of Jefferson County, Alabama.
In January 2025, Givan announced she was running for Mayor of Birmingham.
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Early Life and Schooling
Juandalynn Givan was born and grew up in Birmingham, Alabama. Her parents are Leroy and Patricia Givan.
She went to Miles College and earned a degree in Political Science in 1992. Political science is the study of government and how it works. After college, she went to Miles Law School and graduated with a law degree in 1996.
Early in her career, she worked for Birmingham's Mayor Richard Arrington Jr. She helped with important city projects. Later, she worked for the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District, helping with community housing programs.
Career as a Lawyer and Business Owner
In 2004, Givan started her own law firm called Givan & Associates. A law firm is a business where lawyers help people with legal problems. Her firm helps with government issues, business disagreements, and planning for the future.
She also runs an organization called That Girl Inc. This group focuses on public speaking and providing mentorship, which is when an experienced person guides and helps someone with less experience.
Political Career
Givan's political career involves making laws and serving the people in her community.
Alabama House of Representatives
In 2010, Givan was elected to the Alabama House of Representatives. This means the people in her district voted for her to represent them. She has been re-elected several times since then.
As a representative, she has been a member of important groups called committees. These committees focus on specific topics like:
- The state's constitution and elections
- How the state spends its money
- Laws that affect Jefferson County
She has worked on laws to help new mothers, change rules about firearms in cities, and make it easier for people to clear their past legal records. In 2017, she spoke out about fairness during a debate on state laws, which got attention from the news media.
Running for U.S. Congress
In November 2023, Givan announced she was running for a seat in the U.S. Congress for Alabama’s 2nd congressional district. Her campaign focused on making communities safer, improving the economy, and ensuring everyone is treated fairly. She did not win the Democratic primary election in 2024.
Running for Mayor of Birmingham
In January 2025, Givan announced her campaign to become the mayor of Birmingham. Her main goals include improving neighborhoods, fixing roads and buildings, and making the city safer.
One of her ideas is called "Operation 122." This plan aims to clean up and fix problems in all of Birmingham's neighborhoods within her first 122 days as mayor. She also wants to repair roads, help people without homes find housing, and create more programs and job training for young people.
Awards and Recognition
Givan has received many awards for her work in public service.
- 2010: Freshman Legislator of the Year
- 2010: Recognized by the NAACP
- 2015: National Legislator of the Year from the National Black Caucus of State Legislators
- 2017: Legislator of the Year by the Alabama Hospitality Association
- 2021: Chosen as a fellow by E Pluribus Unum, an organization that works on fairness and equality.
Community Involvement
Givan is a member of several community and service groups, including:
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
- The Links, Inc.
- The NAACP
- The Museum of Urban Arts
- The United Negro College Fund
