Khari Edwards, the son of Trinidadian and Guyanese immigrants, is running for the position of Brooklyn Borough President in New York.

Mr Edwards told the Caribbean Media Corporation that as a lifelong resident in the area and being a child on immigrants, he can relate to the aspirations and challenges of the community.

He said he has dedicated more than 25 years to serving the Brooklyn, from advancing equity, inclusion to community engagement.

He is a graduate of New York City public schools, earning his degree from Thomas Edison State University, and currently lives in Crown Heights with his family.