Derell Wilson is an American politician serving as a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives for the 46th district. Elected in November 2022, he assumed office on January 4, 2023.
Derell Wilson | |
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| Member of the Connecticut House of Representatives from the 46th district | |
| Assumed office January 4, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Emmett Riley |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Norwich, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | American International College |
Early life and education
editWilson was born and raised in Norwich, Connecticut.[1] Wilson is one of nine siblings and had a twin brother, Terell Wilson, who died in 2016.[2] Wilson graduated from the Norwich Free Academy in 2010 and studied biochemistry at American International College.[3]
Career
editFrom 2019 to 2022, Wilson served as a member of the Norwich City Council. He also worked as a paraprofessional educator at the Integrated Day Charter School.[4] Wilson was elected to the Connecticut House of Representatives in November 2022. When he assumed office, he became the first Black person to represent Norwich in the House.[5][6]
References
edit- ^ Spinella, Sten. "Derell Wilson's politics are close to home". theday.com. Retrieved 2023-03-26.
- ^ Perez, Joe. "Camping Out: Wilson brothers making a difference". Norwich Bulletin. Retrieved 2023-03-26.
- ^ Murray, Mark M. (2012-03-25). "American International College student Derell Wilson gives back to teachers, family". masslive. Retrieved 2023-03-26.
- ^ "Staff Bio & Interview". idcs.org. Retrieved 2023-03-26.
- ^ "Derell Wilson, Norwich's first Black state representative, shares his story". Norwich Bulletin. Retrieved 2023-03-26.
- ^ "Derell Wilson". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2023-03-26.