NJYD MAY 2024
NEWSLETTER
Honoring the Life
of Congressman Donald Payne Jr.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of
Congressman Donald Payne, a tireless advocate for progressive values
and a dedicated public servant for the people of New
Jersey. His legacy will forever
be remembered through his groundbreaking work in securing funding for
clean drinking water projects, championing gun violence prevention
measures, and advocating for affordable childcare, housing, and
prescription drugs.
Born in Newark,
Congressman Payne's journey from a toll collector on the Garden State
Parkway to a national leader in Congress exemplifies the American
dream. His leadership, integrity, and passion for serving others will
be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family,
friends, and constituents during this difficult
time.
Congressman Payne will lie in
state as follows: Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 Time: 12 noon to 12 Midnight (Public
Viewing) Place: Essex County
Historic Courthouse 470 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Newark,
NJ
The funeral service for
Congressman Payne will be held as follows: Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024 Time: 10 a.m. Place: Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart 89 Ridge
Street Newark, NJ
Rest in power, Congressman Payne.
May Young Dem of the
Month
Recently appointed, Nadya serves as the
NJYD South Asian Caucus Chair. She is a proud advocate for youth and
women’s political engagement and leadership, extending her passion for
mentorship by guiding young women, organizing voter registration
drives, and volunteering.
Professionally, she is the Government
Relations and Communications Associate at Hoboken Strategy Group,
where she facilitates administrative, legislative, and digital
operations for a diverse clientele.
Nadya's journey into policy advocacy
began during her college years, where she organized the community for
reproductive freedom. Her internship at Hoboken Strategy Group further
fueled her passion and deepened her understanding of the New Jersey
Legislature. In January 2023, Nadya graduated with a B.S. in Public
Policy. Upon graduating, she joined Planned Parenthood Action Fund of
New Jersey, where she played a pivotal role in spearheading community
and volunteer engagement efforts while advocating for pro-sexual and
reproductive health legislation.
Join us in celebrating Nadya as our Young Democrat of
the Month, recognizing her unwavering commitment to advocacy,
leadership, and community empowerment!
International Workers'
Day
The NJYD Labor Caucus, in
partnership with the YDA Labor Caucus, is
excited to host this virtual event in honor of International Workers’
Day!Our
guest speaker will be Congressman Donald
Norcross (NJ-LD1) who is the Vice Chair of the Congressional
Progressive Caucus and a Liaison to the Labor Caucus.This event is
free, but registration is required. You don’t want to miss
it! Register
here!
NJYD Day at the State
House
Join us for our NJYD Day at the State House on
Thursday, May 9th from 11:00am to 2:00pm!
Dive into the heart of New
Jersey politics with this exclusive tour of the State House and the
thrilling opportunity to meet face-to-face with New Jersey
legislators!
Don't let this opportunity pass you by! Register
Here!
NJYD Military
Appreciation
Join the NJYD Military & Veteran
Caucus, in partnership with the NJDSC Veterans Caucus, the NJDSC
Emerging Leaders Caucus, and the NJDSC Older Adult Caucus, for this
invaluable, informative event regarding the different services offered
by the VA for veterans and their families.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with
representatives from major veteran organizations and demonstrate your
appreciation for our veterans, the military, and older
Americans! Register
here!
South Asian Caucus Event:
Celebrating AAPI Month
Join the NJYD South Asian Caucus for an AAPI Month Virtual
Celebration on May 23rd at 6pm! Hear from an exciting lineup of AAPI guest speakers as they
delve into topics such as AAPI representation in government and
fostering voter participation within Asian American and Pacific
Islander communities.
Join the caucus in celebrating the
achievements of AAPI policy and community leaders and learning more
about how to engage, educate, and empower AAPI voters and young
people!
You don't want to miss this event! Register
here!
Jewish American Heritage
Month
"Jewish American Heritage Month serves as a poignant
reminder of the rich tapestry of culture, resilience, and innovation
that the Jewish community has woven into the fabric of America,
inspiring unity, diversity, and progress for generations to
come."
- Dave Spector,
NJYD Jewish Caucus Chair
To
stay up to date on upcoming Jewish Caucus events, follow the caucus on
Facebook here.
Yours in action,
Angelita Martinez
NJYD Digital
Communications Director
New Jersey
Young Democrats https://www.njyoungdems.com/
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