About
The mission of the Maryland Democratic Party (MDP) Continental African Diversity Leadership Council is to energize activists through the state, register voters, amplify the Democratic message, engage with members of the diverse Continental African communities, and supplement the coordinated campaign to turn out Democratic voters throughout Maryland. In non campaign cycles the Continental African Diversity Leadership Council is responsible for increasing inclusiveness, capacity building, voter education, and empowerment of Maryland’s diverse communities. By working to energize all Continental African communities throughout Maryland, we will truly be able to realize our greatest potential. The Maryland Democratic Party Continental African Diversity Leadership Council creates a foundation for activism that is both inclusive and sustainable.
Meet Your DLC
Maureen Wambui is a community leader, advocate, and public servant committed to strengthening civic engagement and creating pathways for Maryland’s diverse African Diaspora communities to participate, lead, and make their voices heard. She currently serves as Chair of the Maryland Democratic Party’s African Diaspora Diversity Leadership Council and is also an elected Democratic Central Committee member.
A first-generation immigrant with nearly a decade of experience in the financial industry, Maureen has dedicated her career to serving immigrant and underserved communities through financial education, coaching, advocacy, and community engagement. She also serves as a Commissioner on the Maryland Governor’s office of Community Initiative, Commission on African Affairs, contributing to efforts that strengthen connections between Maryland’s African communities and state government.
As Chair of the ADLC, Maureen is advancing a Community First approach focused on building meaningful relationships, expanding civic participation, developing emerging leaders, and ensuring African Diaspora communities have a stronger voice in Maryland’s civic and political life.
Her leadership philosophy is simple: Community First. Leadership Always. She believes in listening before leading, building before asking, and serving beyond the election.