Charles Reado grew up in the small southern town of Alexandria, Louisiana. He is the twelfth sibling of thirteen brothers and sisters. He is married to Lynda of 21 years and they have 4 adult children combined and 5 grandchildren. He moved to New Mexico, “The Land of Enchantment” in 1987. He attended college at TVI now CNM then transferred to New Mexico Highlands University where he earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree in social work. He later went back to graduate school at the University of Phoenix and received a MBA (Masters in Business Administration). Most of his adult life has been dedicated to a career of public service, while leveraging his knowledge, skills and abilities to improve the lives of children, families, and communities. As a marine, he took an oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic. As a law enforcement officer, he took an oath to protect and serve the community. As a firefighter, he took a pledge to demonstrate concern for the safety and welfare of all others in need. As a social worker for CYFD, he pledged to improve the quality of life for all the children in New Mexico. Likewise, as the new Deputy Director for the State Office of African American Affairs, he pledges to be transparent, truthful, and committed to be your advocate and voice for change.
