Neonta Williams
Neonta Williams
Age: 49
Residence: Birmingham
Political experience: Elected to Board of Education, 2021.
Professional experience: Substance/alcohol abuse counselor, 1998 – 2000; U.S. Army, active duty, 2000-2004; HIV/AIDS prevention specialist, 2005-2008; substance abuse counselor, Alabama Department of Corrections, 2008-2011; United Way of Central Alabama 2011-2013; Black Alliance for Educational Options, 2013-2016; executive director, Nashville Rise, 2016-2017; found/executive director, 2017; founder, Black Alabamians for Education, 2017.
Civic experience: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and NAACP
Education: Bachelor of social work, Miles College, 2000; master’s degree in public administration, UAB, 2013
Main issues: She says on her website that, if she is reelected, she will work to engage parental involvement in each school; draw school leaders’ attention to opportunities to promote college and career readiness among students, particularly by giving them a strong foundation in K-8. She also says she wants to govern with purpose, lead with transparency, and push for equity-centered solutions. Her mantra is No Opportunity Wasted
