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Celebrating Two Decades of Impact
20th Anniversary National Convening
April 30 - May 4, 2025 | The Watergate | Washington DC
The YEO Network’s 20th Anniversary National Convening, themed “Our Fight, Our Future”, was like none before it, bringing together a diverse and dynamic group of young elected officials, faith leaders, activists, innovators, policy experts, and partners from across the nation to share best practices while they participate in three days of intense issue and skills-based trainings. This convening is not just a conference; it's a pivotal moment in our shared journey towards a brighter future.
Since our last National Convening, a presidential election reshaped our political landscape, and the foundations of our democracy will once again be put to the test. Our communities face the threats of authoritarian leadership that seek to censor our children’s education and create division through unchecked streams of disinformation. The many are being exploited, disadvantaged and silenced by the powerful few at the ballot box, in the workplace, and at the cash register. Decades of progress that advanced equality and freedom are being rolled back by far-right courts and elected lawmakers. In the wake of these unprecedented challenges, bold and visionary leadership is needed more than ever.
At this year’s convening, we recognized the urgency and necessity of our resistance. We continue to believe that it's the young leaders of today who will navigate these challenges and shape the course of tomorrow. Our 2025 convening was designed to empower young elected leaders with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration needed to lead in this new era.

Program Book
Get a peek inside the convening experience by exploring our 2025 program book, now available in a digital format.
WATCH:
Two Decades of Impact
In 2005, we set out to transform the face of American leadership. After 20 years of impact, we're just getting started.


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Our 2025 Awards
Each year at National Convening, we take the time to recognize members and friends of the the Young Elected Officials Network who have worked to advance our mission of growing the progressive pipeline and defending freedom, justice, and democracy for all of us. Learn more about our 2025 awards and honorees.
Barbara Jordan Leadership Award
This award honors People For Co-Founder, Congresswoman Jordan’s dedication to public service and our country by recognizing an outstanding young elected official who is following in her footsteps. The Barbara Jordan Leadership Award will be given to a young elected official who has shown dedication and support to the YEO Network and has a distinguished record of public service to their community and the progressive movement at large. Learn more.

WATCH:
Rep. Sarah McBride Accepts 2025 Jordan Award
Selected through a national vote of her YEO colleagues, Sarah McBride sends an inspiring message to Convening attendees from Capitol Hill.