Jazmine Emily Garcia
Candidate for City Council — Ward 4 · Norfolk City · Independent
On the ballot for Virginia's November 3, 2026 election.
Campaign finances
From 4 reports filed with the Virginia Department of Elections, covering Apr 21, 2026 to Sep 30, 2026: $1,250.00 raised and $1,121.50 spent. Cash on hand: $228.50.
About Jazmine Emily Garcia
I am a mother of 5, community advocate, public health professional, nonprofit leader and proud Norfolk resident. I am also pursuing my Master of Social Work at Norfolk State University. Since moving to Norfolk in 2017, I have served our community through public health, behavioral health, youth and family wellness, education and neighborhood engagement. I work with the Norfolk Department of Public Health and help lead community opioid prevention efforts. I am founder and president of GEAR Recovery, Chair of the Norfolk Community Services Board Policy Advisory Board, and Program Director at the Rose Marie Arrington Gymnasium & Resilience Center in Diggs Town. My service also includes Norfolk Public Schools' School Health Advisory Committee, environmental justice, flooding and clean-water initiatives, and partnerships with local universities and community organizations. I'm driven by a passion for community voice, connection and service.