Abu-Taha is running to bring a fresh voice and strong advocacy to City Hall. He’s been a Malden resident for nearly 30 years, worked in healthcare as a Project Management Professional, and has spent years serving our community — from supporting food pantries and organizing vaccine clinics to co-founding the New England Muslim Festival.
He’s running to make sure every neighbor has a voice at City Hall. His priorities include:
As a parent and community advocate, I know firsthand the power of education to break cycles of poverty. When I enrolled my first child in Malden schools, I was shocked to learn there were no enrollment fees, something my family could never afford in Utah. This experience drives me to ensure all students have equal access to quality education. We’ve grown our family with two more children, and we recently adopted a 17-year-old who needed a loving home. All four of my children attend Malden Public Schools, and it is for their future; and every student’s; that I’ve worked hard for our community.
Malden has been my home for over a decade, and I’ve seen its vibrant diversity firsthand—from community celebrations to the diverse backgrounds of our students. With 74.8% of our students being high-needs, we need proactive leadership that advocates for equity, inclusivity, and educational excellence.
As your School Committee rep, I’ll focus on:
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