Arthur Calloway II

Arthur Calloway II is a United States Air Force veteran, an advocate for racial justice, and a configuration manager at a major defense contractor. A father of three, he lives in Lancaster. 

As a Commissioner focused on countywide accountability of the Sheriff’s Department and its personnel, Arthur is the first resident of the Antelope Valley to serve on the Civilian Oversight Commission. 

Respected for his roots in community and independence, Arthur created two organizations to inform and inspire civic engagement in northern Los Angeles County, where voter participation has lagged and representation has not reflected the increasing diversity of the population. In 2017, he launched the r3AV Summit to build bridges among leaders and organizations throughout the Antelope Valley and demystify the process of running for elected office. In 2020, he co-founded Vote Your Power Back to channel anguish over civilian fatalities during encounters with law enforcement into local community service and civic engagement. He also serves as chair of the Antelope Valley Black Chamber of Commerce.

Arthur has extensive experience in small business and serves as chair of the Antelope Valley Black Chamber of Commerce. Arthur is vice president of the Democratic Club of the High Desert (DCHD), board member of MomsHouse, a life member of the NAACP, and a proud member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.