Activities
Here are a few of the many recent events and activities I have been a part of in our community.
INDIVISIBLE KATY FORUM
I had a great time meeting and speaking at Indivisible Katy Candidates Forum this afternoon. The meeting was well organized, professional, and very informative, with participants joining from all across the state. Thank you to Indivisible Katy for your hard work and dedication in serving our community and supporting the Democratic Party.
Rosenberg Meet and Greet
HUNNY AND SHAH — Our Meet & Greet at Mamie G’s was a success!
We proudly supported a small business in the heart of Rosenberg and connected with everyday Fort Bend residents to listen to their concerns and ideas.
Thank you, Ursela, Anna, Hunny for your dedications, and thank you to everyone who came out and made this event so special.
Hi, I’m Shah Haleem, Democrat for Fort Bend County Clerk — the only hardworking, qualified, highly recognized Democrat in the race. I’m asking for your vote in the Democratic primary to help defeat the Republican in November!
My priorities:
✅ Protect records & personal data
✅ Modernize outdated systems
✅ Improve customer service
✅ Expand access for all residents
✅ Support a fair, inclusive workplace
My experience:
✅ Background in computer info systems, real estate & business operations
✅ 20+ years serving Fort Bend communities
✅ 30+ year Fort Bend County resident
✅ 10+ years with Fort Bend Democrats, including Vice Chair
✅ 25+ endorsements from Democratic leaders
✅ Strongest Democrat to win in November
🗳️ Voting Info:
✅ Early Voting: Feb 17–27
✅ Election Day: Mar 3
✅ Mail ballots must be received by Mar 3
#ShahForClerk
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Commissioner Grady Prestage Campaign Kick off
I had the pleasure of attending Commissioner Grady Prestage’s reelection Campaign Kickoff Party great energy and strong community support in Fort Bend County.
Hi, I’m Shah Haleem, Democrat for Fort Bend County Clerk — the only hardworking, qualified, highly recognized Democrat in the race. I’m asking for your vote in the Democratic primary to help defeat the Republican in November!
My priorities:
✅ Protect records & personal data
✅ Modernize outdated systems
✅ Improve customer service
✅ Expand access for all residents
✅ Support a fair, inclusive workplace
My experience:
✅ Background in computer info systems, real estate & business operations
✅ 20+ years serving Fort Bend communities
✅ 30+ year Fort Bend County resident
✅ 10+ years with Fort Bend Democrats, including Vice Chair
✅ 25+ endorsements from Democratic leaders
✅ Strongest Democrat to win in November
🗳️ Voting Info:
✅ Early Voting: Feb 17–27
✅ Election Day: Mar 3
✅ Mail ballots must be received by Mar 3
#ShahForClerk
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Rose Rich BRRAD candidate forum.
Thank you Rose Rich BRRAD for holding a very informative candidate forum. Proud to attend and engage directly with voters.
BLACK RICHMOND–ROSENBERG AREA DEMOCRATS Presents - 100 VOTERS STRONG
Moderator: Sherman Harness
President, Xi Kappa Lambda Chapter
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Hi, I’m SHAH HALEEM, Democrat for Fort Bend County Clerk!
My priorities:
✅ Protect records and personal data
✅ Modernize outdated systems
✅ Improve customer service
✅ Expand access for all residents
✅ Support a fair, inclusive workplace
My experience:
✅ Background in computer information systems, real estate, and business operations
✅ 20+ years serving Fort Bend communities
✅ 30+-year Fort Bend County resident
✅ 10+ years serving Fort Bend Democrats, including served as Vice Chair of the Fort Bend Democratic Party
✅ 25+ endorsements from Democratic leaders
✅ The strongest Democrat to defeat the Republican in November
🗳️ Voting Information:
✅ Early Voting: February 17–27
✅ Election Day: March 3
✅ Mail ballots must be received by March 3
#shahforclerk
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Meet & Greet Sugar Land
Thank you Sugar Land for your speaking out and sharing. Grateful for your support!
Gun Safety and Legislation Town Hall at the George Memorial Library
It was an honor to attend the Gun Safety and Legislation Town Hall at the George Memorial Library in Richmond, Texas. I truly value the respectful exchange of ideas and the community’s commitment to discussing firearm safety, gun laws, and public safety solutions. Thank you all for organizing such a valuable event—and for allowing me to introduce myself.
#ShahForClerk
#FortBendCounty
#VoteShah
#CommunityLeadership
#GunSafetyMatters
#GunSafe
State of the City of Rosenberg
Pleased to attend the State of the City of Rosenberg, presented by Mayor William Benton at the Rosenberg Civic Center.
Texas Democratic Women - Fort Bend County Judicial Candidate Forum
I was grateful to attend the Texas Democratic Women - Fort Bend County Judicial Candidate Forum. As a candidate for Fort Bend County Clerk, it was a pleasure to be present, listen and learn about our judicial candidates, and connect with engaged community members.
My sincere thanks to TDW Fort Bend County for organizing this forum. Thank you, Judge Teana Watson for serving as an outstanding moderator.
#ShahForClerk
#TDWFortBend
#TexasDemocraticWomen
#FortBendCounty
#FortBendDemocrats
#CivicEngagement
#Leadership
#ServingTheCommunity
KENDLETON CITY HALL GRAND OPENING
Attended the Grand Opening of the New Kendleton City Hall. 🎉
It was an exciting event celebrating Kendleton’s new municipal facility, bringing together community members, local leaders, and city officials to mark this milestone for the city.
Please to attend a benefit concert to support Ram Herrera
Please to attend a benefit concert was held in Rosenberg, Texas, to support Ram Herrera, a legendary Hispanic/Tejano artist, as he undergoes treatment for Stage 4 prostate cancer. The event brought together fellow Tejano musicians, community members, and fans to raise funds for medical expenses and show solidarity. Ram Herrera, known as “The Outlaw,” has had a decades-long impact on Tejano music, and the concert highlighted the strong community support behind him during this health challenge.
Town-hall in New Territory Sugar Land
Pleased to attend a meeting with neighbors and citizens of Fort Bend County and Sugar Land, hosted by Sugar Land City Councilmember Sanjay Singhal District 2. It was a very informative and well-organized forum for our residents. I had the opportunity to speak with many wonderful people concerned citizens, community leaders, and neighbors from across the district. I truly appreciated the updates and the chance to engage directly with residents. Thank you so much, Councilmember, for hosting this informative event.
MONICA RILEY SHOW - PAST FBCDP PARTY CHAIRWOMAN CYNTHIA GINYARD
Former FBCDP Chairwoman Cynthia Ginyard endorses Shah Haleem for Fort Bend County Clerk, citing his qualifications, hard work, service to the party and the Fort Bend community, and recognizing him as the most winnable candidate against Republicans in the general election.
Red & Blue Candidate Forum
Pleased to attend Red & Blue Candidate Forum
Primary – Fort Bend County Judge - Policy, Not Politics
A thoughtful and informative forum focused on policy discussions impacting Fort Bend County.
Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Democratic Candidates:
Christian Becerra
Dexter L. McCoy
Eddie Sajjad
Republican Candidate:
Melissa M. Wilson
Moderator:
Hon. JaPaula C. Kemp
Fort Bend County Judge, Precinct 2
Organized by:
Fort Bend Houston & East Fort Bend Voters
Location:Quail Run Community Center
16748 Quail Park Drive
Missouri City, TX 77489
CANDIDATES MEET & GREET IN LAKEMONT
I had the pleasure of attending the Candidates Meet & Greet in Lakemont, hosted by the Fort Bend VEC – Voter Education Coalition. Thank you for bringing the community together.
Minority Business Experiences and Challenges
I attended a workshop forum in Stafford to listen and learn from entrepreneurs and minority business owners. It was educational and eye-opening for many of us, highlighting how difficult it is for people who start with very little to launch a business—especially with low credit scores. Even with talent and drive, the lack of a real support system makes it incredibly challenging to get started.
This showed us that progress must be a collective effort. Only by working together can we help talent flourish, create pathways to monetize skills, and ensure minority communities have equal opportunities to succeed.
Fort Bend Deputies Sheriff’s Association Candidate Forum
Proud to attend the Fort Bend Deputies Sheriff’s Association Candidate Forum, engaging with candidates and community leaders.
FBISD SAVE OUR SCHOOL RALLY
Fort Bend ISD is proposing the closure of seven schools.
I stood in solidarity at the Austin Parkway Elementary School shutdown rally, supporting our parents, teachers, staff, and most importantly our students. The rally took place on Highway 6 in front of Double Dave’s Pizza, where our community came together to make our voices heard.
Our neighborhood elementary schools are the foundation of our children’s education and the heart of our communities. We hope and pray these schools are saved, but hope alone is not enough we must do everything possible to protect them.
Please join the rally and stand up for our children. Let their voices be heard.
STAFFORD MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT MONTHLY BREAKFAST
Honored to attend, learn, and support our monthly Community Breakfast at the High School College and Career Center, breakfast prepared by our amazing culinary students and chefs, and learn something new about SMSD. We also purchased a few of their Floral Design beautiful floral arrangements prepared by the students.
FRONT PORCH DEMOCRATS INVITED CANDIDATES MEET
I had the honor of being invited to the Front Porch Democrats Candidate Meet, where I met members of the Front Porch Democrats, engaged with voters, and shared my vision for serving as the next County Clerk.
Annual Fort Bend Houston Super Neighborhood 41 annual general body meeting
Attended The Fort Bend Houston Super Neighborhood Council #41 annual general meeting at the Quail Run Community Center!
Katy Indivisible Candidate Forum
Attended their very informative candidates meeting met many Fort Bend and Harris democrats !
FORT BEND DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEETING
Attended our monthly FBCDP party meeting!
NAACP BREAKFAST HONORING MLK
I was honored to attend the annual breakfast hosted by the NAACP Texas Vicinity and the Missouri City Branch of the NAACP, a meaningful gathering to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and reflect on his enduring fight for justice, equality, and the ongoing struggle of the movement for all of us.
ATTENDED TRUTH AND JUSTICE RALLY REMEMBERING MLK HOSTED BY CROSS CHURCH
On MLK DAY attended the Truth and Justice Rally honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., hosted by The Cross Church at the Precinct 4 Judge Honorable Keisha Smith. It was a meaningful event reflecting on Dr. King’s legacy and his call to stand for truth and justice for all. Thank you to the organizers and speakers—I was honored to attend and learn from this powerful gathering.
Community outreach and engagement Jan 2026
Community outreach is at the heart of our work attending and speaking at town halls, participating in listening tours, filing protests when necessary, attending candidate forums, and engaging directly with community members across Fort Bend and Harris Counties. We are committed to listening to voters and non-voters alike, understanding current concerns, and standing up for our shared democratic values.
Campaign Meet and Greet
Ruposhi Bangla, along with friends and family, hosted a very successful meet-and-greet event. Thank you for the opportunity to share our mission and discuss our commitment to improving customer service, innovation, accessibility, accountability, and better treatment of employees. We truly appreciate your support.
Hosted SHAH & FRIENDS FOOD DRIVE FOR 4 LOCAL PANTRIES
HOSTED FOOD DRIVES BENEFITTING:
1. EAST FORT BEND HUMAN NEEDS MINISTRY
2. CATHOLIC CHARITIES FORT BEND
3. THE FORT BEND CHURCH
4. ATTACK POVERTY
Hosted 1970 theme dance & food drive at Quail Run
Hosted a free community outreach event in Missouri City for seniors and residents of all ages, featuring line dancing with the 970 Dance Team, a Christmas scarf giveaway for our elders, and a joint food drive. We collected two truckloads of food, delivered to East Fort Bend Human Ministry and Attack Poverty in Rosenberg. Grateful to serve our community in every way possible.
Attending and Celebrating Black Heritage all white gala
Attending and celebrating Black Heritage White Stallion Night at the NRG All-White Gala an inspiring evening supporting minority scholarship funds and investing in the future of our youth.
5 Proclamations Received - Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the event hosted by Shah for Clerk was honored with proclamations from the following distinguished leaders:
1. The Honorable Fort Bend County Commissioner Dexter McCoy, Precinct 4
2. The Honorable Ron Reynolds, State Representative, Texas House of Representatives, District 27
3. The Honorable Robin J. Elackatt, Mayor of Missouri City, Texas
4. The Honorable Dr. Suleman Lalani, State Representative, Texas House of Representatives, District 76
5. The Honorable Borris L. Miles, Texas State Senator, District 13
We are grateful for their support in raising awareness, promoting early detection, and standing in solidarity with survivors, patients, and families affected by breast cancer.
SHAH hosts breast cancer awareness line dancing
Shah and friends hosted the Fort Bend County Breast Cancer Line Dancing event at Missouri City Hall, bringing together hundreds of residents to raise awareness. The highly anticipated event was well attended and enjoyed by Fort Bend County residents, elected officials—including Missouri City Mayor Robin Elackatt along with Mayor Protem Lynn Clouser, Council Jeff Boney and Sonya B Marshal, County Commissioner Dexter McCoy, City Councilman Xavier Herrera, and representatives from Senator Borris Miles’ office, including Birdie Kelly—along with vendors and community representatives.
Meet and Greet in Missouri City
Surrounded supporters, activists, leaders, and elected officials, Shah held meet and greet in Missouri City hosted by community leader Precicnt Chair BJ Johnson
FEW FORT BEND FRIENDS ON THE TRAILS
FORT BEND FOR SHAH championing voting rights, fairness, and a County Clerk’s Office that serves everyone
LISTENING TOUR WITH LEGAL COMMUNITIES
We conducted a productive listening tour with attorneys and judges to better understand challenges within the County Clerk’s Office and how operations can be improved. The feedback focused on concerns about litigation management, documents being docketed without proper authorization, and delays in releasing records issues that can hinder judges and attorneys from efficiently resolving cases.
This input reinforced the need to streamline the County Clerk’s Office, ensure adherence to rules and regulations, and improve timely access to documents so the justice system can function effectively. The listening tour was led by Attorney Alex Hunt and Attorney Sumita Ghosh Chowdhury . Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their insights.
SHAH launched Campaign at Texas Safari Ranch
July 24th:SHAH officially launched his campaign at Texas Heritage Ranch, joined by hundreds of Fort Bend County residents, elected officials, community leaders, and supporters. The event was packed with energy and a positive vision for the future—focused on making Fort Bend County better, more accessible, and ensuring a County Clerk’s Office that serves everyone. It was truly an electrifying night. Here are some highlights from the event.
Campaign Trails
It’s been a meaningful journey meeting people, learning from our community, and sharing ideas. Our goal is simple: to improve the Fort Bend County Clerk’s Office by strengthening customer service, modernizing technology, expanding accessibility, and ensuring our hardworking employees are respected and treated with dignity.
Meeting Houston Mayor John Whitmire and AAPI leaders to discuss stronger working and business relationships with communities dinner hosted by Nomi Husain
Attended community and law enforcements dialogues at the Quail Valley Community Center
Members of the AAPI board dinner reception in honor of Mayor Whitmire hosted by AAPI Board Chair Nomi Husain at his beautiful home. Thank you Nomi for your leadership.
Honored to attended and visit inspiration church on Sunday such a high energy church very thankfully for the opportunity
Honored to speaking with our seniors about healthcare issues at their monthly meeting
Campaign activities meeting Congressman Jamal Bowmanny
Campaign activities meeting Congressman Jamal Bowmanny
With Ex Senator Claire Conner McCaskill
At her fundraising event helping Democratic causes.
With Sec Hillary Clinton
2015 Attended fund raising event for Senator Hillary Clinton during her Presidential campaign
With Hon Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee & Hon Mayor Sylvester Turner
Serving and leading our communities together
Happy Kwanzaa Event Celebrations - Katy
Rich African History remembrance and celebrations in Katy.
Happy Kwanzaa Event Celebrations
Rich African Heritage celebrations at the Missouri City Community Center by the community members.