About Commissioner Khadijah

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Khadijah Abdur-Rahman, affectionately known as "Commissioner Khadijah," the dedicated representative for District 6, fondly referred to as "The Mighty 6," in Fulton County, Georgia.  

Khadijah is not just a Commissioner but also a successful business owner, community organizer, and advocate for human rights. Her leadership is driven by a genuine passion for people and a commitment to purposeful decision-making. Before her role as Commissioner, she had established herself as a prominent figure in the social justice movement. Growing up in Atlanta, she witnessed firsthand the city's ongoing struggle for equity and empowerment with parents who were deeply involved in the civil rights movement. 

As Commissioner, Khadijah takes on many critical issues, including public safety, human trafficking, criminal justice reform, juvenile delinquency, senior services, youth programs, environmental justice, public health, economic development, arts, cultural programming, and mental health. Her leadership has been transformative, bringing about life-changing and life-saving initiatives. 

One notable example of Khadijah's collaborative skills was when she joined forces with Georgia's First Lady, Marty Kemp, and the State's Attorney General to address the pressing concerns of Human Trafficking. This partnership showcased her ability to work effectively with individuals and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds. 

Khadijah's legislative prowess is widely recognized and respected. Her dedication, expertise, and leadership have earned her the admiration and esteem of her colleagues, constituents, and fellow public servants. In response to the needs and challenges faced by County Employees, she successfully passed legislation that provided a Pandemic relief bonus check. Additionally, she secured enhanced funding for public safety and justice as well as the Office of the District Attorney. Khadijah also championed voter-rights legislation, ensuring every citizen's voice was heard and valued. In a spirit of bipartisanship, she collaborated with her Republican colleague to establish a pre-arrest diversion center, offering non-violent offenders access to medical treatment instead of incarceration. This center is a humane and practical alternative, setting an example for other communities. 

In recognition of her outstanding contributions, Khadijah has received several prestigious awards and recognitions. These include the South Fulton Impact Award, Destination Tomorrow's Ally of the Year Award, the Greater Works Ministries G.E.M.S. Award for empowering women, Healing Community Center’s International Women’s Month Award for Outstanding Commitment and Leadership in the Community, Georgia Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent Award for Outstanding Community Service, and the Impact Award for her dedicated service to senior citizens. She was also honored as Commissioner of the Year by the Minority Business Association. And in 2023 she received the Joseph R. Biden Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing her years of dedicated service and her positive impact on countless lives. Additionally, she enjoys two distinct and independent designations as Queen Khadijah Abdur Rahman, granting her direct access to African and Caribbean governments. As Queen Mother, she plays a crucial role in addressing important government and leadership issues impacting the Kingdom. Other awards she has received include The Emma Darnell Award and The GMO Movers and Shakers Award.   

In January of 2024 Commissioner Khadijah Abdur-Rahman was elected with bipartisan support to serve as the Vice Chair of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners. 

Khadijah's commitment to lifelong learning is evident in completing the prestigious University of Georgia's Carl Vinson Institute's Lifelong Learning Academy, where she earned certification as a County Commissioner. She actively serves on the Board of Directors of the Atlanta Legal Aid Society. She is the fundraising chairperson at Humanitarian Relief Inc., a faith-based program providing food to needy people. She is also a Committee Member for the National Association of County Officials and a member of the Advancing Georgia's Counties Association. 

Khadijah is the proud mother of three children, who all work in public service careers. She is a product of Atlanta Public Schools, having attended Peyton Forest Elementary, Southwest Atlanta High, and Benjamin E. Mays High. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the Ambassador Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University.