Nida Allam

Nida made history in 2020 by becoming the first Muslim woman elected to public office in North Carolina when she joined the Durham County Board of Commissioners. She advocates for issues such as affordable housing, universal healthcare, fair wages, environmental sustainability, abortion rights, and labor rights in the state. In 2022, Allam ran for the North Carolina’s 4th Congressional District, coming close to victory in a highly competitive primary. She now leads the Brighter Future PAC, supporting young, progressive, first-time candidates. Allam, the daughter of Indian and Pakistani immigrants, was raised in Wake County, attended North Carolina public schools, and earned a degree in sustainable materials and technology from North Carolina State University. Inspired by a tragic event, she entered politics after the murder of her friends in an anti-Muslim hate crime. Allam resides in Durham with her husband Towqir, daughter Aaliyah, and their dogs Otis and Nala.