![]() He was an entrepreneur for over a decade in both the private and nonprofit sectors and a leader in Atlanta’s tech sector. Prior to his election as Mayor, Dickens served eight years as an at-large City Council member. Early accomplishments include making the City’s first-ever investment in early childhood education the establishment of the Nightlife Division to address establishments with a history of high crime the reestablishment of the Pothole Posse to rapidly respond to residents’ reports and leading the successful coalition to keep Atlanta whole in opposition to a de-annexation effort. Mayor Dickens was sworn in as Mayor in January 2022. A city of safe, healthy, connected neighborhoods with an expansive culture of equity, empowering upward mobility and full participation for all residents, embracing youth development, and an innovative, dependable government moving Atlanta forward, together. As he shared in his first State of the City address, his vision for Atlanta is: Mayor Dickens’ agenda is rooted in Moving Atlanta Forward, through improving public safety, increasing opportunities for the city’s young people, empowering neighborhoods, and investing in housing and combatting homelessness, all while fostering a culture of integrity in the City. A proud native of Atlanta and a product of Atlanta Public Schools, Mayor Dickens is focused on bringing opportunity and equity to the city that he loves. Andre Dickens is the 61st Mayor of Atlanta.
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