Rooted in District K. Committed to Community.

A Lifelong Resident. A Wife. A Mother. A Grandmother. A Community Advocate. A Leader.

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My name is Mya Carroll, and District K has been part of my story for as long as I can remember.

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I was raised in Houston's Hiram Clarke community, where I learned the importance of family, education, hard work, compassion, and looking out for one another. The neighborhoods, schools, churches, teachers, and people of District K helped shape the woman I am today.

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I attended Montgomery Elementary School, Dowling Middle School, and James Madison High School, where I graduated as a proud member of the Class of 1996.

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Madison holds a particularly special place in my heart because it's where I met my high school sweetheart, who became my husband. We've been married for 26 years, and together we have four adult children and two beautiful grandchildren.

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One of the most meaningful parts of my story is that I never left the community that raised me. My mother still resides in District K, along with members of my family. My husband and I built our lives here, raised our children here, and continue to call District K home.

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My connection to District K isn't simply geographical. It's personal, generational, and deeply rooted in the people and places I love.

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My Education and Professional Journey

I have always believed that education is one of the most powerful tools we have to strengthen ourselves, our families, and our communities.

I earned my Master of Community Development Planning from Prairie View A&M University and my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Houston–Clear Lake, with academic studies in Women's Studies.

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My educational background has strengthened my understanding of community planning, human behavior, neighborhood development, and the importance of creating opportunities that improve people's quality of life.

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Professionally, I am a licensed Texas real estate agent, entrepreneur, and community development professional with experience in real estate, business management, strategic planning, community engagement, and development advisory services.

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As the founder of RM Carroll Global Development Group, my professional interests include responsible development, neighborhood revitalization, housing, economic opportunity, and building stronger communities through thoughtful planning and collaboration.

I believe that professional knowledge and lived experience are both valuable. My education has given me tools to understand how communities develop, while my life in District K has taught me why that work matters.

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A Heart for Community Service

My heart for community service began long before I founded a nonprofit organization, served on a board, or considered running for public office.

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I began volunteering in my community at just 18 years old. At an age when I was still discovering my own path in life, I already understood the importance of giving back, helping others, and being present for the people around me.

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What began as a young woman's desire to make a difference grew into a lifelong commitment to community service, advocacy, and leadership.

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Over the years, I've learned that serving your community doesn't require a title, an elected position, or recognition. It requires compassion, consistency, a willingness to listen, and the courage to step forward when someone needs help.

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Those early experiences helped shape my belief that meaningful change begins with ordinary people who care enough to get involved.

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In 2011, I founded Phoenix Women's Outreach, Inc., a nonprofit organization initially established to support women and children affected by domestic and sexual violence.

What began as a mission to help survivors grew into broader outreach efforts serving children, families, seniors, and individuals experiencing hardship.

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Through our programs and partnerships, we distributed more than 200,000 pairs of shoes, provided holiday assistance, supported financial literacy education, helped families access essential resources, and responded to community needs during emergencies.

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During the COVID-19 pandemic, we worked with community partners to help families obtain internet access and connect students with additional support.

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Those experiences reinforced something I have always believed: service is about more than recognizing a need. It's about taking action, building relationships, and treating every person with dignity and respect.

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Community service is not something I started doing because I wanted to become a leader. Community service is part of who I am, and it has been since I was 18 years old.

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Leadership Rooted in the Community

Over the years, I have had the privilege of serving in leadership positions that allowed me to advocate for the neighborhoods and residents of District K.

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I previously served as President of the South Houston Concerned Citizens Coalition, an organization bringing together more than 40 homeowners associations and civic clubs representing communities across southwest Houston.

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In that role, I worked alongside residents, civic leaders, public officials, and community partners to address neighborhood concerns, strengthen communication, and advocate for improvements.

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Today, I serve as Chair of the South Post Oak Redevelopment Authority, also known as Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 9 (TIRZ 9).

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Through this role, I work collaboratively with fellow board members and development partners to advance infrastructure improvements, affordable housing initiatives, neighborhood beautification, park improvements, and responsible community reinvestment.

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My involvement has included efforts supporting the Madison Mile, improvements along South Post Oak Road and West Orem Drive, and continued investment in neighborhood infrastructure and public spaces.

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I also proudly serve on the Livestock Committee of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, where I have volunteered for five years.

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Each of these experiences has strengthened my understanding of leadership, collaboration, public accountability, and the importance of bringing people together around a shared purpose.

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My Family. My Foundation. My Why.

Of all the roles I've held throughout my life, being a wife, mother, and grandmother remains among my greatest blessings.

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My family has been my foundation, my motivation, and a constant reminder of why community matters.

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When I think about the future of District K, I think about my mother and the seniors who helped build our neighborhoods. I think about my children, the young adults working to establish their futures, and my grandchildren, who deserve to inherit communities filled with opportunity.

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I think about the families who have lived here for generations, the homeowners who take pride in their neighborhoods, the small business owners investing in our commercial corridors, and the young people who need someone to believe in their potential.

These are not abstract issues to me. They are part of my everyday life.

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Why I'm Running for Houston City Council District K

My decision to run for Houston City Council District K is a continuation of my lifelong commitment to community service.

I believe our neighborhoods deserve safe streets, dependable infrastructure, responsible development, economic opportunities, well-maintained public spaces, and leadership that listens to the people it represents.

I understand that meaningful progress requires collaboration, thoughtful planning, responsible decision-making, and consistent communication.

I've spent years working with residents, civic organizations, public agencies, and community partners to help address neighborhood challenges and pursue improvements.

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Now, I want to bring that experience, dedication, and community-centered approach to serving District K on Houston City Council.

I don't believe leadership begins with a title. I believe it begins with a willingness to serve.

And I've always believed that it takes a community to build a community.

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My Commitment

My commitment to District K did not begin with a political campaign. It began with a childhood, grew through family and community service, and continues because this is still my home.

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I'm proud of where I come from. I'm grateful for the people who helped shape my journey. And I'm committed to working alongside residents to build upon the progress our communities have made.

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My roots are here. My mother is here. My family is here. My heart is here. And I'm still here.

I'm Mya Carroll, and together, we'll keep District K moving forward.