Md Riaz
Hawlader
Pietarsaari
"'One City One Society' With this slogan I will focus an inclusive city for the people of Jakobstad. I will try to build a society where people can live peacefully where humanity will be the first priority. No religious, colours and nationality can't be obstacle to get their rights. As a candidate for City Council, my mission is to serve our community with integrity, dedication, and a focus on local needs. I believe in creating a city where everyone has a voice, and we work together to improve quality of life for all residents"
Being a human is my main priority. Always trying to be an honest and compassionate human. Try to learn about people with an open heart and don't believe in racism at all.
I believe all are humans above all. I try to earn simplicity, activeness and kindness inside myself.
Simply I am an open book.
Important political topics
Economy & Business
As a City Councilor, working on the economy and business development involves creating a thriving environment that attracts investment, supports local businesses, and improves the financial well-being of residents. Here are key ways to approach it:
Promote Local Economic Growth:
Advocate for policies that foster small business growth, such as reducing unnecessary regulations, providing tax incentives, or offering grants for local entrepreneurs.
Support the development of business incubators and co-working spaces to nurture startups and new enterprises.
Focus on enhancing infrastructure (like broadband access, roads, and public transit) to attract businesses and make it easier for existing businesses to operate.
Attract New Businesses:
Work on creating attractive zoning laws and incentives that draw new businesses, both small and large, to the city.
Develop partnerships with state and regional economic development agencies to attract companies that will provide good jobs and stimulate economic growth.
Promote the city as a vibrant place to do business by highlighting its unique features, workforce, and available resources.
Support Job Creation & Workforce Development:
Create and support workforce training programs that align with the needs of local businesses, ensuring workers have the skills employers are looking for.
Work with local schools, colleges, and trade institutions to provide educational opportunities that prepare the next generation for in-demand careers.
Advocate for apprenticeships and internships that provide young people with real-world job experience and help bridge the skills gap.
Foster a Business-Friendly Environment:
Ensure that local government services, like permitting, zoning, and licensing, are efficient and clear, making it easy for businesses to start, grow, and thrive.
Hold regular meetings or forums with local businesses to understand their needs, challenges, and how the city can better support them.
Work on reducing bureaucratic red tape and making the city more transparent in its dealings with businesses.
Invest in Infrastructure:
Focus on improving transportation, utilities, and digital infrastructure, all of which are essential for economic growth and attracting business investment.
Develop smart city initiatives, using technology to improve efficiency, sustainability, and overall economic performance.
Encourage Sustainable Business Practices:
Support green businesses and promote sustainability through incentives for businesses that reduce their environmental footprint.
Create programs to help businesses go green by offering advice, resources, and assistance with energy efficiency or waste reduction.
Enhance Tourism and Local Attractions:
Work to develop the tourism sector by promoting the city’s attractions, arts, culture, and unique businesses.
Support events, festivals, and other activities that boost local businesses, such as restaurants, hotels, and retailers.
Focus on Equity and Inclusion:
Ensure that business development benefits all areas of the community, including historically underserved neighborhoods or minority-owned businesses.
Develop initiatives to help women, minorities, and veterans start and grow businesses, ensuring equal access to opportunities.
Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management:
Advocate for responsible budgeting that supports economic growth while maintaining a balance between investing in services and keeping taxes reasonable for businesses and residents.
Seek out funding opportunities from state and federal sources to invest in projects that will stimulate economic development.
Collaboration with Regional and State Leaders:
Work with neighboring municipalities and regional leaders to create economic strategies that align and benefit the broader region, attracting larger investments and creating new opportunities for growth.
Children, Youth, and Families
As a City Councilor, working for children, youth, and families involves creating policies and programs that ensure their well-being, support their development, and address the challenges they face. Here’s how you can work on this:
1. Advocate for Family-Friendly Policies:
Affordable Housing: Ensure there are affordable housing options for families, as stable housing is crucial for children's well-being.
Healthcare Access: Advocate for accessible healthcare for families, including mental health services, preventative care, and programs for children with special needs.
Paid Family Leave: Support policies that offer paid parental leave for parents to take care of their children, fostering a healthier family dynamic.
2. Support Education and Youth Development:
Quality Education: Work to ensure that local schools are well-funded, offering quality education, extracurricular programs, and career readiness initiatives for youth.
After-School Programs: Advocate for after-school and summer programs that engage children and youth in positive, educational activities, helping to keep them out of trouble and provide a safe environment.
Mentorship Programs: Establish or support mentorship programs where experienced community members help guide and inspire youth.
3. Focus on Mental Health and Well-Being:
Counseling Services: Push for accessible mental health services for children, youth, and families to help address issues like anxiety, depression, bullying, and trauma.
Support Systems: Ensure that youth and families have access to counseling or crisis intervention programs when needed.
4. Create Safe Communities for Families:
Public Safety: Advocate for policies that protect children and families from violence, crime, and abuse, such as better community policing or neighborhood watch programs.
Safe Spaces: Develop and support community centers, parks, and other public spaces where children and families can spend time safely and productively.
5. Foster Economic Stability for Families:
Support for Parents: Create programs that provide job training, childcare, and financial literacy education for parents, helping them gain stability and improve family life.
Affordable Childcare: Support policies that make childcare more affordable and accessible for working parents.
Youth Employment: Promote job programs or internships that help youth gain work experience and financial independence.
6. Address Family Homelessness and Poverty:
Emergency Shelters: Advocate for shelters and services for families facing homelessness, including short-term housing and long-term solutions.
Food Security: Support initiatives that provide food assistance to families in need, such as food banks or community meals.
7. Engage Families in Community Decision-Making:
Family Representation: Ensure that families, especially those from underserved communities, have a voice in decisions that affect their lives.
Community Outreach: Hold regular meetings with families, schools, and local organizations to gather feedback on their needs and concerns.
8. Strengthen Family-Centered Services:
Parenting Programs: Offer workshops and resources that help parents improve their skills and knowledge on child development, discipline, and supporting their children's education.
Case Management Services: Ensure that families facing challenges can access integrated services (housing, education, healthcare, etc.) through coordinated case management.
9. Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Families:
Physical Activity: Advocate for recreational spaces and programs that encourage physical activity for children and families, such as parks, sports leagues, or fitness programs.
Nutrition Education: Promote community gardens or nutrition programs to ensure children and families have access to healthy food options.
10. Support Teen Engagement and Prevention:
Youth Leadership: Create platforms for youth to engage in community service, leadership roles, and decision-making, helping them develop responsibility and a sense of purpose.
Prevention Programs: Implement or fund programs that focus on preventing risky behaviors such as substance abuse, early pregnancy, or gang involvement.
By addressing these areas, I can help ensure that children, youth, and families in your community have the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed.
The best schools
To improve schools in your community involves advocating for policies, resources, and partnerships that foster high-quality education, enhance student well-being, and support educators.
Increase Education Budget: Ensure local schools receive the funding they need to provide quality education, maintain facilities, and pay teachers fairly.
Equitable Funding: Fight for equitable funding to ensure that all schools, regardless of location or demographic makeup, have the resources they need for success.
Grants and Partnerships: Seek out state and federal grants, as well as private-sector partnerships, to support innovative educational programs.
Renovate & Maintain Facilities: Advocate for regular maintenance and necessary renovations to school buildings to provide a safe, comfortable, and conducive learning environment.
Technology in Schools: Ensure schools have modern technology for both teachers and students, including digital learning tools and internet access, especially in underfunded areas.
Mental Health Services: Advocate for counselors and mental health professionals in schools to address the emotional and psychological needs of students.
School Safety: Ensure that schools have comprehensive safety measures in place, including anti-bullying programs, emergency preparedness plans, and school resource officers if needed.
Nutritional Support: Work to ensure students have access to healthy meals, including free and reduced-price lunch programs for those in need.
Public Safety: Advocate for policies that protect children and families from violence, crime, and abuse, such as better community policing or neighborhood watch programs.
Safe Spaces: Develop and support community centers, parks, and other public spaces where children and families can spend time safely and productively.
Support for Parents: Create programs that provide job training, childcare, and financial literacy education for parents, helping them gain stability and improve family life.
Affordable Childcare: Support policies that make childcare more affordable and accessible for working parents.
Youth Employment: Promote job programs or internships that help youth gain work experience and financial independence.
Emergency Shelters: Advocate for shelters and services for families facing homelessness, including short-term housing and long-term solutions.
Food Security: Support initiatives that provide food assistance to families in need, such as food banks or community meals.
Family Representation: Ensure that families, especially those from underserved communities, have a voice in decisions that affect their lives.
Community Outreach: Hold regular meetings with families, schools, and local organizations to gather feedback on their needs and concerns.
Parenting Programs: Offer workshops and resources that help parents improve their skills and knowledge on child development, discipline, and supporting their children's education.
Case Management Services: Ensure that families facing challenges can access integrated services (housing, education, healthcare, etc.) through coordinated case management.
Physical Activity: Advocate for recreational spaces and programs that encourage physical activity for children and families, such as parks, sports leagues, or fitness programs.
Nutrition Education: Promote community gardens or nutrition programs to ensure children and families have access to healthy food options.
Youth Leadership: Create platforms for youth to engage in community service, leadership roles, and decision-making, helping them develop responsibility and a sense of purpose.
Prevention Programs: Implement or fund programs that focus on preventing risky behaviors such as substance abuse, early pregnancy, or gang involvement.
By addressing these areas, I can help ensure that children, youth, and families in your community have the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed.
Candidate's answers in election machine
1 / 14
We need a youth center in the town center.
2 / 14
Considering the development and competitiveness of the business sector, we should merge with neighboring municipalities.
It\'s a great idea to go together for the growth. Togetherness always better solution than alone
3 / 14
We need more tourism investments in Fäboda.
Faboda beach can make a own economy if we focus on it. To attract the beach we should have some special plan for the future. Transportation, accomodations and other leisure activities should ensure for the tourist.
4 / 14
Early childhood education should be free for everyone.
Education is the backbone of nation. So government should arrange free education for the people. We should arrange a proper education for every ages
5 / 14
Schools should prioritize traditional textbooks over digital learning materials.
Text book and digital learning can be collaborate
6 / 14
One of the municipality’s most important tasks is to invest in sports facilities and opportunities for exercise and recreation.
It depends on economic situation. Of course we should take care of it
7 / 14
It is important to provide all residents with equal opportunities for cultural activities.
There is no doubt about it.
8 / 14
The municipality should introduce or improve opportunities for residents to influence how municipal funds are used through participatory budgeting.
I think municipality can arrange this. More people could be involved
9 / 14
The municipality should invest in public transportation.
Public transportation is crucial for the City and we should work on it.
10 / 14
It should be possible to be a resident in more than one municipality, for example, through digital municipal citizenship.
Great idea
11 / 14
The municipality should better facilitate the expansion of renewable energy, such as solar and wind power.
Before starting we can get public opinion and how they can connect with this program
12 / 14
The municipality should mix more housing types in planning than is currently the case.
It\'s a basic need and we should give priority
13 / 14
The municipality should introduce anonymous recruitment.
Could be
14 / 14
If you could give a superpower to your future political leader, what would it be?
I believe if you have proper knowledge, you can take your fellow people in right direction