The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
Term Length
4 years
Election Date
Aug 26, 2025
About Me
Party
nonpartisan
Occupation
Attorney at Law
Fun Fact
1. **I love to talk!** Whether it’s in the courtroom, at community events, or just with friends and family, I can keep a conversation going all day long.
2. **I’m a proud Alabama girl!** Born and raised in the heart of Birmingham, I carry my Southern roots with pride.
3. **I have a big heart for giving back.** Helping people isn’t just my job—it’s my passion. If there’s a way to serve my community, I’m all in!
4. **I’m a foodie!** Whether it's home-cooked Southern comfort food or trying out new restaurants, I enjoy a good meal.
5. **I’m a champion for justice.** I don’t just talk about issues—I take action and make sure things get done!
6. **I love fashion!** Whether I’m in the courtroom, at the State House, or in the community, I believe in showing up with style and confidence.
7. **Music is my therapy.** A good song can lift my spirits, and I’ll never turn down an opportunity to enjoy live music.
8. **I believe laughter is good for the soul.** Life can be serious, but I love a good joke and moments of joy with family and friends.
9. **I’m always rooting for the underdog.** I love fighting for people who feel unheard, unseen, or underestimated.
10. **I never back down from a challenge.** If someone tells me something can’t be done, that just makes me work harder to prove them wrong!
My Top Issues
Economy
Juandalynn Givan will create jobs by partnering with local institutions to provide workforce training in high-demand industries. Her administration will expand youth employment programs and generate infrastructure-related jobs through city-funded development projects.
Environment / Energy
Givan will work with stakeholders to revitalize Birmingham through citywide cleanups, tree planting, and community garden initiatives. Her administration will enhance waste management systems, launch anti-litter campaigns, and prioritize cleaning up all 99 neighborhoods within her first 122 days.
Housing
Juandalynn Givan is committed to addressing Birmingham’s housing crisis by expanding housing initiatives with wraparound support services to end homelessness. Advocating for rent caps, tenant protections, and prioritizing the development of affordable housing for all of those in need.
Criminal Justice / Public Safety
Envisioning a safer Birmingham through community policing and accountability measures, including strengthening the civilian oversight board. Givan will fund violence prevention programs that address systemic issues like poverty and lack of opportunity.
Who I'm Running Against
Information not available
Candidate has not filled out this section yet.
The GoodParty.org Pledge
All candidates empowered by GoodParty.org agree to the following:
Independent
Candidates are running outside the two-party system as an Independent, nonpartisan, or third-party candidate.
People-Powered
Candidates take the majority of their funds from grassroots donors and reject the influence of special interests and big money.
Anti-Corruption
Candidates pledge to be accountable and transparent with their policy agendas and report attempts to unduly influence them.
Civility
Candidates pledge to run a clean campaign free of mudslinging and uphold a minimum standard of civility in their campaign's conduct.
Build a better democracy with us.
Ready to join the movement? Support candidates, run for office or join our online community of like-minded individuals.
Run for office
Discover how you can run for office and make a real impact in your community.