Greetings, Young Democrats!
The time has come to rebuild the Young Democrats of America to bring about transformative change. To ensure we have a successful biennium, we need your participation, expertise, and talent! Below, you will find ways to get involved, provide feedback, and help us establish a strong foundation. Thank you for your partnership on this exciting journey to empower young Democrats and make good trouble.
Appointment Applications Are Now Open
I am pleased to announce that applications for YDA appointments are now open! Please consider applying for a position or encouraging other active young Democrats in your state or territory to apply.
The application will be open until 11:59 PM CST on Friday, August 22nd. Please find more information and the application
here.
Bid Applications Are Now Open
Our National Committee Meetings and Conventions offer young Democrats the chance to hear from speakers, engage in dynamic training and programming provided by our constituency caucuses, and network with other passionate young leaders. These events also ensure that important organizational business is addressed.
Bid applications for both the Winter 2025 Meeting and Spring 2026 Meeting are now open. Please find more information and the application
here.
Winter Meeting submissions are due on September 5, 2025, at 11:59PM EST. The meeting will occur in December 2025.
Spring Meeting submissions are due on October 1st, 2025, at 11:59PM EST. The meeting will occur between March-May 2026.
Post-Convention Survey
We want to hear from you! Please complete the YDA National Post-Convention Survey here.
It is our priority to enhance your experience and ensure that you have the resources and tools to make a difference in your community and win elections. Thank you in advance for your feedback.
YDA International Fall 2025 Application
YDA International Affairs is excited to present the next opportunity to take action overseas! The IFLRY Fall General Assembly will take place in Lima, Peru, Oct. 17-19. Applications to be a YDA delegate are now open. Virtual delegate spots are available.
The deadline to apply is Monday, August 11, 2025. There will be a group interview on Tuesday, August 12 at 8pm EST.
To learn more and to submit your application, please go here.
DNC Meeting
The Summer 2025 DNC Meeting will occur from August 25–27 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We want to ensure that we are coordinating efforts, so if you plan to attend or have members who are attending, please email DNC Representative Stephanie Campanha Wheaton at [email protected] and DNC Representative Stephon Moore at [email protected].
Yours in action,
Fatima Heyward
President, Young Democrats of America
