Meet Tyjuan Candidate michigan 74th house District
AN EXPERIENCED LEADER AND PUBLIC SERVANT:
In 2020 TyJuan was elected to serve on the Delhi Township Board of Trustees. When he was elected he was the first African American elected to serve on the Delhi Township Board and the youngest person ever elected to serve on the board as well. As a Township Trustee TyJuan focused on listening to the needs of the community and ensuring that he let the voices and wishes of the residents who elected him guide his decisions as a trustee.
Dedicated Uncle and Fiance
In 2023 TyJuan got engaged to the love of his life Emily Nguyen and just four months later they became the temporary guardians to TyJuan's three amazing nieces. The transition from fun uncle and to a more parental role changed the lives of TyJuan and Emily but for the better. My family centers me every day and are a constant reminder about why I am in this race.
An AVId Chicago Bears Fan
Born and raised in Chicago, TyJuan is a die-hard Chicago Bears fan. As anyone who follows football knows, the Bears have faced their share of struggles over the years. This unwavering loyalty is a testament to his character: TyJuan stays committed to the fight no matter how bleak the outlook. If he can remain a steadfast fan of the Bears, you can be 100% certain he will never give up on the mission to improve the lives of all Michiganders.
A Community Organizer and Frontline Fighter
TyJuan has spent the last 3.5 years as an Organizing Manager for Reproductive Freedom for All where he has fought to protect and expand access to abortion and other reproductive rights not just here in Michigan but across the country. Before his time at Reproductive Freedom for All TyJuan spent time helping democrats up and down the ballot across the State of Michigan, and in Wisconsin, Arizona, Nevada and so many more states.
YOUR RIGHTS
TyJuan Thirdgill is a dedicated community activist and organizer. He grew up in Englewood, a neighborhood located on the South Side of Chicago; he sought to emulate his mother, who was a tireless advocate for her community. TyJuan was elected to serve on the Delhi Township Board of Trustees in 2020 he was part of a new generation of local leaders focused on equity, accessibility, and direct community support. He was the youngest person elected to serve on this board and the first African American elected to serve. As a public servant TyJuan let his decision be driven by the needs of the community.
Known for his hands-on approach to public service, Thirdgill gained attention during the COVID-19 pandemic for personally funding community assistance efforts. He pledged to donate a portion of his annual trustee salary to residents in need and covered transportation costs for individuals seeking vaccines or testing, aiming to remove barriers to healthcare access. Once COVID ended he went on to open this money up to anyone in the community in need.
TyJuan has spent the last decade in Michigan politics working hard to improve the lives of all Michiganders. His experience includes working in the Michigan Senate, where he gained firsthand insight into the legislative process and helped constituents navigate bureaucracy and gain access to state resources. This background has equipped him with the knowledge and relationships necessary to navigate government effectively and deliver real results. For the last three and a half years TyJuan has worked for a reproductive rights organization putting him on the frontlines for the fight to protect access to abortion and other crucial reproductive rights. When Republicans threatened to cut medicaid he worked in coalition spaces to fight back against these cuts organizing Town Halls, listening tours, sit ins and many other actions to ensure that the representative in Congress knew how these cuts would impact their constituents. As a board member for the Michigan Center for Civic Education he supports efforts to expand civic learning, strengthen democratic engagement, and empower the next generation of informed leaders
When he isn’t working TyJuan enjoys spending time with his three amazing nieces and his fiancee, cooking playing Magic the Gathering. with his friends , or losing what little hair he has left wathcing the Bears play football