Hey Northampton, Let's Talk! A Community Conversation with Mayoral Candidate Jillian Duclos

How we chat really matters! I hear all the time that folks here want leaders to find fresh ways to truly talk with our community.

This get-together is our first step to figuring out how to bridge that gap. We'll use this time to have a real, open, and relaxed conversation about what's going on in our lives as members of Northampton. Together, we'll dive into any thoughts, feelings, and ideas you have on making our city better. And hey, we'll do all that while also making time to connect, laugh, maybe even dance a little, and definitely enjoy some tasty snacks.

So, Northampton, what do you say? Ready to try something new with me?

Jillian is a mom first and community builder at heart. After earning a bachelor’s degree in politics at Mount Holyoke College as a Francis Perkins Scholar, Jillian became a grass-roots organizer, built and enhanced access to workforce development opportunities for marginalized communities, and drove operations for two successful downtown Northampton businesses. Most recently, Jillian served as executive director of the Downtown Northampton Association, where she facilitated collaboration with city leaders, downtown organizations and community members to drive economic development for downtown Northampton and to provide a much-needed safety net to local and small businesses who anchor the community. Now, with her deep commitment to community and a vision for a revitalized political landscape, Jillian is stepping forward to lead Northampton into a brighter future.