Works as a human rights lawyer and peace-building strategist and founded WPSO
Has worked closely with newcomer families, women, youth, and racialized communities in the Waterloo Region
Has collaborated and volunteered with Family & Children’s Services, Centre for Mutual Wellbeing, Refugee613, YW Kitchener-Waterloo, and is a member of the Waterloo Region Record Community Editorial Board
Wazhma Frogh’s Priority Issues
Safe and accessible streets:
Well-lit streets, clean and maintained public spaces, safer road design, and sidewalks that are usable year-round
A place to call home:
Homes that families can afford, options for seniors to stay in their neighbourhoods, cooperatives etc, and smaller and flexible options for young people, open to discussing the possibilities of fourplexes
A city that works for people:
Clear communication, faster and more reliable servies, respectful and human interaction.
Democracy and participation:
Reaching people where they are, making information clear and accessible, creating real opportunities to engage
Belonging and community:
Safe spaces and support, seniors feeling connected, young people seeing a future
How will you strengthen relationships and trust between police services and Muslim communities?
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As Mayor, I would use my role on Regional Council to strengthen police accountability, address Islamophobia, and build trust with Muslim communities.
How will you work with mosques, Islamic schools, and Muslim organizations to improve community safety and emergency preparedness?
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I would work with mosques, Islamic schools, Muslim organizations, police, and emergency services to strengthen safety planning, emergency preparedness training, and coordinated responses to threats.
What steps will you take to address Islamophobia and anti-Muslim discrimination?
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I would work with Muslim communities to strengthen anti-discrimination policies, improve hate crime reporting, and promote education, inclusion, and accountability.
How will you ensure Muslim residents and community organizations have a meaningful voice in municipal decision-making?
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I would ensure Muslim residents and organizations have a meaningful voice through regular consultations, inclusive advisory committees, and direct participation in municipal decisions affecting their communities.
How will you support Muslim organizations that provide community services, settlement support, youth programming, food assistance, and other essential services?
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I would support Muslim community organizations through fair access to municipal grants, stronger partnerships, and resources for settlement services, youth programs, food assistance, and other essential community needs.
How can the city provide a more nuanced approach to zoning for religious institutions (such as mosques) given their practices, cultures and needs differ?
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I would advocate for flexible, inclusive zoning that recognizes the diverse needs of mosques, including prayer spaces, parking, religious gatherings, and community services, while ensuring fair and consistent planning standards.
What do you think is the greatest problem the ward is facing, and how do you plan to address it?
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I believe affordability and community safety are among the greatest challenges, and I would address them through affordable housing initiatives, improved public services, and stronger partnerships with residents and community organizations.
How will you ensure that anti-racism and EDI policies explicitly recognize and address anti-Palestinian racism where it occurs?
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I would advocate for anti-racism and EDI policies that explicitly recognize anti-Palestinian racism, ensure accessible reporting and accountability, and protect all residents from discrimination while respecting human rights and freedom of expression.
How will you ensure that your city’s commitments to freedom of expression, anti-racism, religious freedom, and equal treatment are applied consistently across all communities, including when issues are politically contentious?
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I would ensure municipal policies uphold human rights, freedom of expression, and religious freedom through fair, transparent, and consistent application, regardless of political views, religion, or community background.
Are there any other priorities or topic you would like to add?
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See my page for further information on Kitchener residents priorities that I have heard for the past 6 months – Linker.ee/WFmayorcampaign
