Janice Park is a dynamic candidate for Alaska’s State Senate, representing District F. Her extensive background in healthcare, business, and public advocacy makes her well-positioned to win this race and bring meaningful change to Alaska. Raised in a union household, with her father a US Marine and UAW auto worker, and her mother a union telephone operator, Park learned early the value of hard work and collective bargaining, values she carried into her professional life. She was the first in her family to attend college, studying at the University of California, San Francisco School of Nursing, later attending Cal State Northridge for Public Health Education. Park has been involved in healthcare and public service for decades, advocating for HIV prevention and worker safety in hospitals .

Her deep connection to Alaska began in 1991, and she co-founded Alaska Water Systems, a business providing water treatment services for various industries across the state. Her journey also led her to become a paralegal, where she advocated for women in divorce and custody cases, successfully arguing her own case before the Alaska Supreme Court .

Park’s campaign focuses on critical issues like improving public education, addressing the childcare crisis, and transitioning Alaska to clean energy. She emphasizes the need for a robust retirement plan to attract and retain quality educators and public employees, as well as increasing funding for schools to ensure future generations receive a high-quality education . She also advocates for affordable childcare solutions by repurposing existing infrastructure and investing in community-based programs .

In terms of endorsements, Park has gained support from key figures and organizations, including former Senate Minority Leader Berta Gardner, the Alaska State Employees Association (AFSCME), and Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates . Her commitment to union values and her track record of standing up for working families position her as a candidate who not only understands the needs of Alaskans but is ready to fight for them in Juneau.

Park’s extensive experience, combined with her passion for advocacy, demonstrates that she has both the capability and determination to secure a victory and effectively serve Alaska’s future.

We're counting on grassroots supporters like you to power Janice Park to victory.

While today's decision is a good one, we cannot lose sight of the fact that just two years ago, this Court overturned Roe v. Wade. The stakes could not be higher. We need federal legislation to protect reproductive rights, and we need it now.

- Janice Park

Elect Janice Park for AK-SD-F.