MEET MIRIAM
Leadership Shaped by Lived Experience
My name is Miriam Mboya, I am an immigrant, the daughter of a Union Painter and an Army Veteran. As a proud long-time resident of District 2, I currently serve as a Public Servant with King County Government and have long been a Social Justice activist, passionately advocating for systemic reform in the Child Welfare system at the Federal, state and local levels. My father instilled the value of service to society through his military service. He raised me to see the value of committing one’s life to the betterment of others, and not just self-service. In addition, having the experience of being in a Union household shaped me to believe in worker and individual rights, because there are times those rights will not be given but instead demanded.
Throughout my career, I have also fought to protect student financial aid programs from state level cuts that would have limited access to higher education for countless students who otherwise could not afford college.
My advocacy has resulted in real, lasting change-including:
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Ensuring Foster Youth can now access Medicare coverage until age 26
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Supporting the Washington State Extended Foster Care to 21 Act, giving young people the support needed to successfully transition into independent adulthood
These victories reflect my unwavering commitment to the betterment of our society and the empowerment of our most vulnerable residents. I am proud to continue fighting for the neighbors in my district, bringing leadership grounded in lived experience to address today’s challenges with compassion and integrity.
I am a graduate of Seattle University, where I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a Specialization in Legal Studies and a Minor in History. I also hold a Master’s degree in Communication from Liberty University.
With Senator Patrick Leahy
Miriam joined then–Senator Pro Tempore Patrick Leahy during Child Welfare Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C.
With Nancy Pelosi
Miriam with then–Majority Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi, during Child Welfare System Advocacy Day.
With Governor Gary Locke and Muna Lee
Miriam joined former Governor Gary Locke and Muna Lee at the College Success Foundation to raise funds for the Governor’s Scholarship, supporting college affordability for foster youth
Why I am Running
Like many of you, I have witnessed the challenges our district continues to face. Chronic homelessness, rising gun violence, ongoing public safety concerns, and the affordability crisis that is affecting hardworking families and small businesses alike. After over a decade living in District 2, and 7 years working for King County, I know where we are falling short, and what we can do to make life better for us all. As your Councilmember, I will work to strengthen relationships between the County and Residents of our District, and serve as a voice for the underrepresented communities.
I remember when we could walk our dogs in the evening without fear of unprovoked violence, park our cars overnight without worrying about break-ins, or open our doors on summer evenings without fearing for our safety. I remember when local business owners could go to sleep at night knowing their businesses were secure and when our immigrant communities, who make up more than 24% of our county, could integrate freely and confidently, without fear of wrongful detention.
Restoring those days, building an even stronger, safer, and more inclusive community, is why I’m running for this seat.
Recent data show that more than 40,000 people in our region are experiencing homelessness. There have been over 294 gun-related incidents up to now, and 274,000 residents are considered ‘cost-burdened’. These challenges directly impact District 2 neighborhoods, and it is past time that our County Council steps up to help.
As your councilmember, I will fight for practical, community-driven solutions-focusing on safety, affordability, and dignity for every resident. Together, we can rebuild trust, restore stability, and create a District 2 we can all be proud to call home.
Let’s work together for a safer, stronger, and more affordable future.
- Miriam Mboya