NJYD JULY 2025
NEWSLETTER!
We are excited to share
this month's upcoming events with you!
Please see below for information on events, highlights, and
updates.
July Young
Dem of the Month

Congratulations to our July Young
Dem of the Month, Hana Katz! Hana is a lifelong environmental
advocate and community leader dedicated to building a more just and
resilient future. A proud South Jersey resident, Hana currently serves
as Chair of the New Jersey Young Democrats Environmental Caucus and is
an active member of the Burlington County Young Democrats.
Throughout her career, Hana has worked to
help communities confront the realities of climate change — advancing
clean energy, improving flood protection, and rethinking land use and
disaster preparedness. Her work reflects a deep commitment to
sustainability and equity across New Jersey.
Outside of her professional efforts, Hana
volunteers with her local fire department, demonstrating her passion
for service and community safety. In every role she takes on, Hana
brings compassion, lived experience, and a strong belief in the power
of people to drive lasting change.
NJYD
Endorsement / Support Information

Attention Candidates!
Our 2025 Endorsement &
Support Applications are NOW OPEN!
The New Jersey Young Democrats proudly endorse Democratic
candidates 40 and under and support Democratic candidates 41 and over
who share our values and vision for a more equitable and progressive
New Jersey.
Whether you’re running for local office, state legislature,
or beyond — if you’re ready to fight for our communities, we want to
hear from you.
NJYD Endorsement
Party

Join us as we celebrate our endorsed and supported
candidates this election cycle on Thursday, October 9th at
Cooper’s Riverview! Get
your ticket now!
Click
here for Sponsorship information!
Young
Democrats of America National Convention

We are headed to
Philadelphia!
Every two years, the Young Democrats of America hosts a
convention to bring together hundreds of young democrats for training,
strategic planning, networking, and the election of the YDA officers
for the next biennium. The 2025 National Convention of the Young
Democrats of America will take place July 16th through July 19th in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at the Sheraton Philadelphia
Downtown.
We’re proud to announce that the New Jersey Young Democrats
are sending a powerhouse delegation of over 30 delegates and alternate
delegates to the Young Democrats of America National Convention in
Philadelphia! This is one of the largest delegations NJYD has ever
sent, and we’re ready to make our voices heard on the national
stage.
A special thank you to our sponsors who helped send our
delegation to the National Convention! We
look forward to highlighting them soon!
Plan to attend the YDA National Convention? Complete
our form so you receive important communications as a NJ Young
Dem!
Fatima for YDA President
Campaign

The New Jersey Young Democrats are
thrilled to share that our very own President, Fatima Heyward, is
officially running to become the next President of the Young Democrats
of America!
Fatima has been a trailblazer, advocate, and unifying force
within NJYD — and we know she will bring that same passion and
leadership to YDA. Her vision for a more inclusive, action-driven, and
forward-thinking organization is exactly what our national network
needs at this critical time.
We
are proud to endorse Fatima in her campaign for YDA President and look
forward to standing beside her every step of the way. Click
here to learn more about her campaign!
Regards,

Angelita Martinez NJYD
Digital Communications Director
New Jersey
Young Democrats https://www.njyoungdems.com/
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