He is the youngest African American to ever be elected into state office in Wisconsin’s and Democratic history. He is the youngest African American ever elected into the state office in Wisconsin’s and Democratic history. Haywood plans to push the needle forward on critical issues like education, economic development, and public safety. Haywood serves on seven Assembly committees: Housing and Real Estate (Ranking Member), Committee on Assembly Organization, Committee on Energy and Utilities, Committee on Transportation, Committee on Rules, Joint Committee on Legislative Organization, and the Joint Legislative Council. He also was appointed to serve on the Board of Directors for the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority and Wisconsin Center District. Prior to his first election, Haywood served as President of the City of Milwaukee Youth Council for two terms. He represented the 6th Aldermanic District on the City of Milwaukee Youth Council for three terms. In this role, he was responsible for assessing and communicating the community's needs and the resources relative to the protection and advocacy of Milwaukee’s youth. Additionally, he was tasked with evaluating and recommending changes in laws, policies, practices, and procedures to improve the conditions of the community and promote wholesome youth development. As a member of the Youth Council, he recommended funding allocations for ten percent of the city’s CDBG reprogramming dollars. A Milwaukee native and a political science student at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Rep. Haywood serves as Chair of the City of Milwaukee Restorative Justice Advisory Board. He is a dedicated member of his district with experience in community organization and empowerment, reaching out to the neighborhoods to understand their firsthand concerns and lend a friendly face. At the refreshing age of 24, Rep. Haywood shared his vision for Greater Milwaukee on local and national media outlets. He works tirelessly to change the narrative of young people's possible achievements, hoping to inspire them and his peers and let them know that the time is now; you don't have to wait to be great.
