display: block; background: #4c4c4c; .key-messages li:last-child { margin-bottom: 0px;} height: 22px; I did it because it needed to happen, Jodeh said. $(".collapse-all").on('click', () => { Jodeh is also a spokesperson and general secretary for the Colorado Muslim Society. In the past, Iman has also been known as Iman Mohamad Jodeh and Iman M Jodeh. Think again. width: 100%; } margin: 0 5px; It's what we do for not only through Meet the Middle East, butthrough the Colorado Muslim Society. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Growing up in Aurora, I went through the Cherry Creek School system, going to Ponderosa Elementary then Prairie Middle School then Overland High School. } In addition to .expand-all:hover, .collapse-all:hover {cursor: pointer; text-decoration: underline;} When people ask me, Well, don't you have a pope to make astatement or to condemn this? Well, no, we don't because we are a communal religion. 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Iman Jodeh, D-Aurora, finds being a member of the Colorado House almost surreal. } Use the 'Report' link on To think that all 1.8 billion Muslims in the world function this waywhen it's not the case. Iman Jodeh's work representing an extremist mosque in Denver appears at odds with her progressive proposals. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Jodeh is executive director and founder of the local nonprofit Meet the Middle East, and spokeswoman for the Colorado Muslim Society. } top: 2px; Iman Jodeh is the representative-elect for House District 41 in Aurora, the city she grew up in and has spent the past 35 years of her life. Formerly, the Deputy Political Director, I am now the Community Advocate & Liaison for the Interfaith Alliance of Colorado and work to engage and empower communities to advocate for themselves at the Capitol as well as testifying in support of or opposition to bills. font-weight: 500; .outer_percentage { Jodeh is the first Muslim to ever be elected to the Colorado state legislature, although she has long been a familiar face at the Capitol because of her passion for activism and community engagement. (Forrest Czarnecki/The Gazette). font-size: 1.25em; Rep. Iman Jodeh BA '04, MPA '06 State of Colorado's first female Muslim Representative, first-generation American This summer, CU Denver will unveil a series of murals and canvasses painted by world-renowned artist Detour that shines a spotlight on the achievements of the university's alumni. Wehave a fully functional commercial kitchen. What did those roles allow you to accomplish? Fresh out of quarantine from a positive COVID-19 exposure, U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper was in Denver Monday to help promote a national call for Congress to lower health care costs, including for prescription drugs, and to reduce the racial disparities in health care. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. We have seven new classrooms downstairs and we have a morgue. The House Public & Behavioral Health & Human Services Committee considers matters concerning state health care programs and social services. He is also Founder and Senior Consultant for Emerson Hamilton Consulting and Strategies, LLC based in Aurora, Colorado. Share with Us. height: 100%; Since you won last Tuesday night, youve gotten congratulations from all sorts of folks. Her"lived experiences,"defined as the firsthand impressions of a minority or oppressed group, are rooted in her family. background-color: #f9d334; ul.key-messages {list-style-type: none; margin-left:10px; } margin-bottom: 0; background-color: red; .election_results_text { But I think it's important that peopleunderstand that there's so much more to this region than peace, than war and religion. I think the traditions that I would like to continue from my childhood are definitelyreligious traditions. a born and raised Coloradan from here in Aurora, a first-generation American, daughter of immigrants and refugees, a progressive Democrat, community advocate, educator, and Im running to be the next State Representative of HD 41 to help address needs and make the American Dream a reality for everyone. Now people get married in there. font-weight: bold; Iman Mohamad Jodeh is an American politician serving as a Democratic member of the Colorado House of Representatives from the 41st district. Um, it's a placewhere people come to just be in silence. padding-bottom: 3px; For me it became commonplace that what we now know as minority communitieswere actually the majority. Iman Jodeh is running for Colorado's House District 41. 5280: You were raised in Aurora by Palestinian immigrants. } Iman Jodeh is the representative for House District 41 in Aurora, the city she grew up in. She is also the spokeswoman for the Masjid Abu Bakrthe society's . For about six years, Ive worked on the front lines of each legislative session as a liaison for the Interfaith Alliance of Colorado, fighting for progressive policy. .widget-row.value-only { width: 100% !important; color: white; } 00:00 / 00:00. Iman Jodeh defeated Robert Andrews in the general election for Colorado House of Representatives District 41 on November 3, 2020. } Here is our conversation. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. She is also the spokeswoman for the Masjid Abu Bakrthe societys flagship mosque. You also probably think they are the most anti-Israel American politicians. The committee also has legislative oversight responsibility for the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing and the Department of Human Services.

. He gets off the plane and Colorado's in this beautiful 80-degree weather. She's making history as the first Muslim lawmaker in the state of Colorado. border-radius: 50%; 5280 Publishing, Inc. We were fortunate enough to find that. How to run for office | display: none; These identity markers make me who I am and bring a different perspective to representation in this state. Jodeh said those experiences normalized her ability to build relationships and led people to understand that shes not the other.. [12], Jodeh's political policies include working on access to healthcare (including mental health), jobs, protecting civil rights, affordable housing, and education. padding-left: 8px; column-rule: 1px solid #aaa; Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures. $('.pastResponses').show(); I am running to fulfill the promise of America, to make Colorado a state where we realize our ideals and bring security and freedom for all into existence. In 2021, the Colorado State Legislature was in session from January 13 to June 8. For example, an advocacy groups scorecard may assess a legislators voting record on one issue while a state newspapers scorecard may evaluate the voting record in its entirety. I appreciated it, especially as aPalestinian, and I'm not, [saying], nor have I ever said, that they should stop that work. .race_header, .results_text, .results_table_container, .votebox_legend { 3,185 followers. }) She assumed office on January 13, 2021. overflow: hidden; My lens for social justice was crafted from an early age because of those lived experiences. Its not typical for the election of a Colorado state representative to make international news. Jodeh is the first Muslim to ever be elected to the Colorado state legislature, although she has long been a familiar face at the Capitol because of her passion for activism and community engagement. .leg-hnt-responsive-columns { width: 50%; .race_header.republican { Newly elected Colorado Rep. Iman Jodeh, D-Aurora, right, and her husband Maytham Alshadood, center, take food to the table for lunch at her mother's home, Siham Jodeh, left, on Nov. 12, 2020. . In 2022, the Colorado State Legislature was in session from January 12 to May 11. $(".collapse-all").on('click', () => { I appreciated the richnessof that tapestry that gave back to my lens, and view of the world. letter-spacing: .03em; color: white; .mw-body #mw-content-text th.votebox-results-cell--text { } padding-bottom: 8px; .votebox-results-cell--check { a[aria-expanded=true] .fa-chevron-right { display: none; } Iman Jodeh earned a bachelor's degree in political science and a master's degree in public policy. Theywent all over [the Middle East] and sure enough, raised enough to break ground on a beautifulpiece of land where our flagship mosque is today. I am a practicing Muslim, and a Palestinian, Arab-American women of color. letter-spacing: .04em;

float:right; You also have to understand that many of the Muslims here inColorado and Arabs come from places of strife. 	color: black; 		width: 35px !important; Don't knowingly lie about anyone Shes conspicuously passionate about progressive change, including sustainable climate solutions and quality health care that is accessible to everyone. Jodehs parents, Mohamad and Siham, came to Colorado from Palestine as immigrants and refugees in 1974. 	.leg-hnt-flex-column { } 								Preservation & Archaeology, Iman Jodeh: The Testimony of a Coloradan Muslim, About the State Historic Preservation Office, Program for Avocational Archaeological Certification (PAAC), Stephen H. Hart Awards for Historic Preservation, Archaeology & Historic Preservation Month, Federal Historic Tax Credit Impact in Colorado, Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation, State-Approved Museums and Curatorial Repositories, Information for Museums and Curatorial Repositories, Information for Archaeologists, Paleontologists and Researchers, Preservation Planning Unit Resource Center, Colorado State Register of Historic Properties, Recent Listings in the National & State Registers. Rep. Iman Jodeh, a Democrat from Aurora, speaks during the Rocky Mountain NAACP Colorado Montana Wyoming State-Area Conference Bipartisan Candidate Forum, which took place at the True Light Baptist Church in Denver on Sept. 17, 2022. 		margin: 3px 0; Incumbents are bolded and underlined. I come from a very family-centric home. 100% remote. if(document.getElementsByClassName("reference").length==0) if(document.getElementById('Footnotes')!==null) document.getElementById('Footnotes').parentNode.style.display = 'none'; .succession-table th, .succession-table tr { if (typeof $  !=  'undefined') { 	} Release Calendar Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Movie News India Movie Spotlight. 	    apiKey: "96B21126-2E98-49FB-B21F-619C471959AD", That stuff immediately affects their lives. 	.results_row td { I am running to work in government to serve the people of HD41 and Colorado so our government is working for us not against us. I'm always telling folks, if you would like me tocome give an Islam 101 to your book club or to your Rotary Club or whatever it is that youhavetell me and I will do it. You have permission to edit this article. 			display: block; But shes also realistic about just how much can be accomplished, given the states fiscal situation. After 9/11, when our country needed healing and understanding, my father - a liaison between the Arab/Muslim communities and the non-Muslim communities - could not fulfill all of the speaking requests he was receiving, I stepped up to fill that need. $('.collapse').collapse('show'); We give you an unobstructed, 360-degree view of the region for you to make your owndecisions as adults, as Americans. .hideResponses { display: none;} 		margin-right: 10px; The following list may not be comprehensive. Iman calls Aurora, CO, home. 		text-align: center; He went back to Palestine, met and married my mom in two weeks and brought her back here. Registered Agent: JESSICA CAMPBELL-SWANSON Phone: 913-687-0064 Email: JESSICA@BRIGHTERDAYSTRATEGIES.COM Designated Filing Agent: NICK SWANSON Phone: 720-232-8487 . div.oneoff-scrollbox.regular {  height:400px;  overflow:scroll;  margin:20px;  padding:10px;  border:1px solid gray; } 	color: white; $('#candidate-connection-email-80237').on('click', () => { ga('send', 'event', 'surveycta', 'surveycta-click-email'); }); 		overflow-y: hidden; 	float: right; Iman for Colorado1555 S. Havana St. Unit F-301Aurora, CO 80012, Paid for by Iman for Colorado. Subscribe Now. 		padding-left: 10px; Iman Jodeh has become the first Palestinian and first Muslim woman elected to the legislative body of the western US state of Colorado Free general admission for kids, every day at all History Colorado museums. 		color:white; .source-link { Registered Agent: JESSICA CAMPBELL-SWANSON: Phone: 913-687-0064: Email: JESSICA@BRIGHTERDAYSTRATEGIES.COM: Designated Filing Agent: NICK SWANSON: Phone: 720-232-8487: Email: NICKDSWANSON@GMAIL.COM Financial Summary This data is . Whose star is on the rise, and whose best has passed them by sometimes through no fault of theirs? 	font-size: .9em; Rep. Iman Jodeh, Guest Columnist - March 24, 2022. Because scorecards have varying purposes and methodologies, each report should be considered on its own merits. 312 posts. State executives | 	background-color: #003388; It is Ballotpedias goal to incorporate all available scorecards regardless of ideology or number. 	} You know these very trite and cliche . I am a first-generation American. Secure your subscription to Colorados premier political news journal, in continuous publication since 1898. Rep. Iman Jodeh border:1px solid #FFB81F; Jodeh was born in Denver, the daughter of Palestinian parents who immigrated to the United States in 1974. During 2019, she started meeting with allies, including other elected officials. 		position: relative; He applied for a green card to the United States under the brain drain program that I believe Kennedy had started. div.oneoff-scrollbox.regular {  height:400px;  overflow:scroll;  margin:20px;  padding:10px;  border:1px solid gray; } 		display: inline-block;    .external_links_table { width: auto !important; } My father came as an immigrant and refugee. That was true through preschool all the way throughhigh school.  if (typeof $  !=  'undefined') { While she experienced those problems a world away, Jodeh thinks its unacceptable that similar issues happen in HD41, in Colorado and in the United States. 		display: block; 	margin: auto; What do you hope for the Colorado Muslim community in the future? What do you see as the greatest challenges facing the Islamic community of Colorado? Our Friday prayers consisted of rentingout the conference room in a bank every Friday. Its purpose is to inform voters about the legislators political positions. } Cheer if you are a first-generation American, immigrant, or refugee. Iman Jodeh (Q101195275) American politician edit Statements instance of human 0 references sex or gender female 0 references country of citizenship United States of America 0 references given name Iman 0 references family name Jodeh 0 references place of birth Denver 1 reference native language English 0 references 	.leg-hnt-district-container { [10], In the 2022 Colorado House of Representatives election, Jodeh was re-elected to represent the 41st district. 		margin: 0; Elected in 2020, she is the first Muslim elected to the legislature and assumed office on January 13, 2021.        .contact_entity {font-size: 1.0em ;margin-top: 0.6em; margin-bottom: 0em; margin-right: 0.5em;} 		} I am running to ensure Colorado is a state where our identities are not used against us, but are protected, celebrated, and praised. The first Muslim and Palestinian-American elected to the Colorado General Assembly said she never considered running for elected office before it all just fell together. Wednesday, January 18th 2023 $('.collapse').collapse('show'); Home Meet Iman Issues In the News Get Involved DONATE Back Meet Iman . 	} Identifying the need to come together in the face of bigoted policies in early 2017, the Colorado Muslim Society, the largest and oldest mosque in the Rocky Mountain Region, appointed me as their first female Spokesperson and as a member of the Executive Committee where I now play a leading role in representing Muslims on a variety of social justice areas statewide. The more Ive studied policy and worked with our legislators and other advocacy and community groups to pass policy that will help people in their daily lives, the more Ive seen the need for dedicated public servants who will work ceaselessly to make sure our government is doing all it can to help make realizing the American Dream a possibility for everyone. 		height: 56px; }) His wife, Janet, succeeded him in the state House after hedied in 2015. The Colorado House of Representatives is the lower house of the Colorado General Assembly, the state legislature of the U.S. state of Colorado.  Jodeh (Democratic Party)  ran for re-election to the Colorado House of Representatives to represent District 41. 		padding-left: 0;  So making sure that leadershipcontinues through, whether it's my children or the next generation.  	    tForeground: "#444444", Those experiences set me on the path that would define my adult life. How do you believe that non-Muslim Coloradans can become engaged within the ColoradoIslamic community? Iman is a Somalian-born model and actress. The "20 Under 40" award recognizes young elected and appointed officials from across the country who demonstrate strong leadership skills and a commitment to serving their constituents, the Council of State Governments said. .widget-row.value-only.white {  	} Iam running because I have the experience, perspective, and knowledge needed to competently, boldly, and strongly fight for Coloradans present and future. 	background-color: green; First woman spokesperson for the largest mosque in the Rocky Mountain region. div.survey-scrollbox {  height:400px;  overflow:scroll;  margin:20px;  padding:10px;  border:1px solid gray; } Support her any way you can and share her with others. .key-messages li:last-child { margin-bottom: 0px;} Once he came here he was an accountant for a few companies in Chicago at first. Residents of Colorado's House District 41 are concerned with several perennial issues that resurface every election year. Iman Mohamad Jodeh is an American politician serving as a Democratic member of the Colorado House of Representatives from the 41st district. For legislators residing within 50 miles of the capitol: $45/day. Concerning the enforcement of requirements imposed on pharmacy benefit managers. More div.oneoff-scrollbox.short {  height:250px;  overflow:scroll;  margin:20px;  padding:10px;  border:1px solid gray; } Twitter. 	} And the proof is in the pudding. 		padding-top: 8px; Meet the new faces who will introduce themselves and their first bills, navigate their first committee hearing and, with any luck, stand next to Gov. Rep. Jodeh, who is the daughter of Palestinian immigrants, ran her campaign on progressive platforms and was endorsed by Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders.  There arenumbers that approach 100,000, but I'm being conservative. } We've had a pretty good historyhere. 		font-size: 0.9em; Committee Documents. He applied and got it. 		.votebox { Incumbent Iman Jodeh  advanced  from the  Democratic primary for Colorado House of Representatives District 41 on June 28, 2022. Ive also been serving in the classroom, educating students at the University of Denver and in Denver, Aurora, Cherry Creek, and Littleton Public Schools. For locals, by locals. Who stands out among the Capitol's influencers?