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Welcome to the official page for YDA President Fatima Heyward! Follow this page for updates and how to get involved.

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✨️The Black Agenda Rally ✨️

I left feeling inspired and ready to go! Thank you to the organizers for the opportunity to do a quick shout out on behalf of the New Jersey Young Democrats.

We build together. We fight together. We win together. taken in New Jersey State House by @fatimaforyda

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for the New Jersey Young Democrats 2026 Endorsement Party! With a room full of leaders from across the state, I could not be more proud of the success of the event. We uplifted our endorsed candidates, heard from dynamic speakers, and honored those who deserve well-earned recognition.

Thank you to special guest speakers: Mercer County Democratic Committee Chairwoman Jennifer Keyes-Maloney, Mercer County Commissioner Candidate Nakia White Barr, and Congressional Candidate Adam Hamawy.

A deep appreciation for the profound remarks from our honoree Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman. It was not only wonderful to celebrate your contributions but also an honor. Thank you for all you do and how you inspire young people every day. You have made a lasting impact on many lives and we're thankful for the opportunity to recognize you. 💐

Additional thanks to the Political Team and NJYD leadership for your support in hosting a successful event. There is no task too small or big, and I appreciate your commitment to us making a collective impact.

And, of course, a huge thanks to our photographer Brandon Taylor. You did an excellent job capturing all the special moments of the night.

This wouldn't be possible without our sponsors so thank you to Cory Booker for Senate, Congressman Bonnie Watson Coleman, Randy Brolo for Burlington County Commissioner, Terrance Benson for Lumberton Township Committee, and Winfield Jai for your support.

Now, let's get out the vote! 🗳

#ProudPres #NJYoungDems #Vote by @fatimaforyda

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3 days ago

After over a decade of service post-undergrad, it is my distinct honor to receive the Gordon E. Prichard Award for Volunteer Service from my alma mater, Rider University! What made this night extra special was being honored ahead of the NJ Senate Debate recognizing my passion for civic engagement and voting rights.

Thank you to Micah Rasmussen, Executive Director of The Rebovich Institute for New Jersey Politics and Keith Richardson, Vice President of Advancement for presenting me with the award.

As stated in my remarks, this award centered on volunteerism, is especially meaningful because I have dedicated my life to service. Everyone can make a difference by giving just a little bit of their time for a cause that matters to them. We can touch lives in so many ways by our contributions to the community, and I encourage all to identify ways to make a positive impact.

Thank you again to Rider University and a special thanks to those who showed up to support me. Now, let's make a difference!

#RiderUniversity #DistinguishedAlumniAward #Volunteerism taken in Rider University by @fatimaforyda

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8 days ago

This week, I had the pleasure of presenting at the NJDemCom as Chair of the NJDSC Emerging Leaders Caucus!

Thank you to everyone who joined Vice Chair Thyquel Halley and I for this important workshop on effective leadership. It was interactive and intentional, and attendees left feeling motivated to take what they learned and apply it in the real world.

Be sure to follow the NJDSC Emerging Leaders Caucus on Facebook and Instagram!

You can also sign up to stay informed here: https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/546470/.

#EmergingLeaders #EffectiveLeadership #NJDemCon taken in Caesars Atlantic City Hotel & Casino by @fatimaforyda

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15 days ago

We have a new chapter! 🎉 Congratulations to the Salem County Young Democrats on hosting a successful kickoff event.

For years, I have worked to identify and support leaders who could help establish a chapter in Salem County. As New Jersey’s least populated and one of its most rural counties, this was no easy task. But even in the communities that are hardest to reach, we must persist.

This charter marks an exciting new beginning. Salem County now has a dedicated home for young people who want to get civically engaged, take action, and advocate for the issues that matter most to them.

I am excited to see all that SCYD President Michael Tinsley and the board will accomplish in the months and years ahead. Thank you to everyone who joined us, including supporters from across the county and state, as well as our elected officials and candidates.

Please continue to support this new chapter as we work together to make a lasting impact.

#ProudPres #NJYoungDems #SalemCounty taken in Pilesgrove, NJ by @fatimaforyda

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19 days ago

Join me tonight for @them2us Leaders of the South: Black & Brown Affair!

I look forward to seeing you there. 🖤 by @fatimaforyda

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a month ago

YDA Winter Meeting Registration is FREE!

Registration is officially OPEN for the YDA Winter Meeting in Albuquerque, New Mexico and registration won’t cost you a thing!

We believe cost should never be a barrier to bringing Young Democrats together. That’s why we’re proud to make this gathering more accessible to leaders from across the country so we can build community, share ideas, and get to work together.

A huge thank you to the Young Democrats of New Mexico for partnering with us to bring YDA to Albuquerque! We can’t wait to gather in the Land of Enchantment and experience everything New Mexico has to offer. 🌵

Register FREE today: yda.org/winter-meeting-2026/ by @fatimaforyda

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TONIGHT: Youth for NJ Victory Kickoff!

Young Democrats from across New Jersey are coming together to officially launch Youth for NJ Victory and kick off our work for the 2026 coordinated campaign!

Join NJ Young Democrats, High School Democrats, College Democrats, the Emerging Leaders Caucus, and the Campus Organizing Team for a virtual phone bank and kickoff as we organize young voters, build our communities, and turn youth energy into action.

Featuring special remarks from Congresswoman LaMonica McIver and YDA & NJYD President Fatima Heyward!

Visit https://www.mobilize.us/njvictory2026/event/999816/ to join! by @fatimaforyda

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2 months ago

Proud to be endorsed by Young Democrats of America President @fatimaforyda !

Let’s bring this thing home @theyoungdemocrats. taken in Memphis, Tennessee by @fatimaforyda

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2 months ago

Today is an important day. It's Election Day in Tennessee, and it's time to vote!

I am proud to endorse Representative Justin Pearson.

Rep. Pearson leads with conviction, champions the voices of young people, and never loses sight of the communities he serves. It is a privilege to publicly express my support for his leadership.

If you're in Tennessee's District 9, I encourage you to get out and vote for Rep. Justin Pearson today.

#YoungGetsItDone by @fatimaforyda

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2 months ago

Thank you to the Muscogee County Young Democrats and Young Democrats of Georgia for the very warm welcome as we celebrated the one year anniversary of the MCYD. It was my distinct honor to serve as the Keynote Speaker during the MCYD Gala.

Congratulations to MCYD President Ereka Johnson and the newly elected board. Special thanks to MCYD Founding President Samuel Whitt for the initial invitation and for leading the chapter through its first year. I look forward to all that will come out of the Muscogee County Young Democrats.

My remarks were to inspire this current and next generation to understand their own purpose and values, so they can be strong advocates for social issues and execute effective leadership. It acknowledged the challenges but also highlighted the pathway forward to course correct what's happening in this country.

Simultaneously, I was filled with inspiration and hope as I listened to them on and off the mic. Keep up the phenomenal work. 💙

#ProudPres #YoungDems #YoungGetsItDone taken in The Wynn House by @fatimaforyda

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