NJYD SEPTEMBER 2023
NEWSLETTER!
We are excited to share
this month's upcoming events with you!
Please see below for information on events, highlights, and
updates.
Lieutenant
Governor Tahesha Way
On September 8th, Governor
Phil Murphy officially announced Secretary of State Tahesha Way as our
new Lieutenant Governor. Throughout Secretary Way’s career,
she has exhibited a deep commitment to public service and a passion
for making positive changes in her community. Her extensive background
in law and her various public service roles have showcased her
leadership qualities and unwavering dedication to the people of New
Jersey. We are honored to have her serve as our next Lieutenant
Governor.
Introducing Our
Leadership Team!
We are proud to announce our leadership team! Join us in
celebration as we bring on new, diverse talent to the NJYD
Team!
Our 2023 -
2025 NJYD Executive Board:
- President: Fatima Heyward
- Executive Vice President: Eash Haughton
- Northern Vice
President: Ahmet Akdag
- Central Vice President: Juan Carlos Nordelo
- Southern Vice President: Quinton Law
- Treasurer: Joseph Johnson
- Secretary: Catherine Tung
- National Committeewoman: Samantha Minchello
- National Committeeman: Jason Bergman
Our Caucus
Chairs:
- Black Caucus Chair: Regina
Appolon
- College Caucus Chair: Aileen
Merino
- Disabilities Caucus Co-Chairs:
Jesse Schwartzman & Priscilla Garces
- High School Caucus Chair:
Julien Catalon
- Jewish Caucus Chair: David
Spector
- Labor Caucus Chair: Mayrose
Wegmann
- NJYD Latino Caucus Co-Chairs:
Rob Matos & Leslye Moya
- LGBTQ Caucus Chair: Ian
Holmes
- Military & Veteran Caucus
Chair: Timothy Awojobi
- NJYD South Asian Caucus
Co-Chairs: Hira Shaikh & Krishna Martes
- NJYD Women's Caucus Co-Chairs:
Bryana De Veaux & Ameerah McCoy
Our
Administrative Appointments:
- Counsel: Shonti Tager
- Creative Directors: Josh Heredia & Ruth
Delgado
- Digital Communications Director: Angelita
Martinez
- Economic Development Director: Parth Metha
- Executive Assistants: Tyra Gibbs & Jordan
Stewart
- Fundraising Chair: Kasiphia Andrews
- Outreach Director: Stephanie Pabon
- Political Director: Stephanie Casella
- Political Deputy Directors: Mariel DiDato & Jasmine
Metellus
September Young Dem of
the Month
Congratulations to Aileen Merino, our September
Young Dem of the Month! Aileen serves as the NJYD College Caucus Chair. Her exceptional
dedication to public service makes her truly deserving of this
recognition.
Born and raised in New Brunswick,
Aileen's passion for creating positive change led her to pursue a
Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Rider University. Her work as a student worker
for Rider University's Center for Diversity and Inclusion exemplifies
her commitment to fostering an inclusive campus environment. Equipped
with her skills, talents, and experiences, she has dedicated herself
to empowering marginalized communities and uplifting those who face
systemic barriers.
Previously, Aileen served as a
Constituent Services and Field Representative for Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, where she had the
opportunity to directly impact the lives of constituents and advocate
for their needs. Now, she is the Campaign Coordinator at the Middlesex County Democratic Organization.
Additionally, Aileen works with the New Brunswick Education Foundation
Inc., a non-profit organization that focuses on supporting BIPOC New
Brunswick high school and college students through college readiness
and career development initiatives.
Congratulations again, Aileen! Your unwavering dedication to
empowering young people, commitment to public service, and efforts in
mentorship are truly commendable. We are proud to have you as a member
of our team!
Youth Text Bank
Join us in partnership with the NJDSC for our
first virtual youth text bank of the season on Monday,
September 18th at 7:00pm! No experience is required! We will
be hosting a short training about the script and get you texting on
the same day! Register
here!
Can't make tonight's text bank? No worries. Check out our
other text banks below.
-
Monday, September 25th at 6:30pm:
Hosted by the NJYD Latino Caucus and the NJDSC Latino
Caucus. Register
here.
- Monday, October 2nd at
7:00pm: We will also be teaming up with the NJDSC Emerging
Leaders Caucus to host another youth text bank during National Voter
Education Week. Register
here.
DNC Delegation
Selection Information Session
The NJDSC will be holding a special
information session for the New Jersey Young Democrats to go over the
delegation selection process on Wednesday, September 27th at
5:30pm. You're invited! Register
here. You can view the delegation
selection plan here.
Yours in action,
Angelita Martinez
NJYD Digital Communications Director
New Jersey Young
Democrats
https://www.njyoungdems.com/
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