Young Elected Officials Network

The Young Elected Officials (YEO) Network, a program of People For the American Way Foundation, is the first and only national initiative to provide a comprehensive network of support to the newest generation of progressive leaders at every level of elected office. Our purpose is to create an enduring pipeline of courageous and visionary leaders to change the world. Nationwide Networking — The Network seeks to elevate our members’ leadership in the broader political arena. We create meaningful connections between YEOs and our strategic partners, mentors, and talented advisors. We identify opportunities for YEOs to have their voices heard in the media and on the national stage. It’s catching on. Young people are winning elections at astonishing rates­—and making real change at the state and local levels. Policy Support — The YEO Network and our individual members have played a leading role in progressive issues across the country. We offer ongoing and personalized policy research support, teleconferences, policy newsletters and bulletins, and in-depth workshops and training. The Network also publishes a yearly Policy Book and online legislative exchange of sample policies submitted by our members and partners, developed around the annual agenda YEO members create. Leadership Development — The YEO Network offers continued leadership development and professional growth through trainings focused on executive skills, legislating and good governance, and advancing to higher office. We provide skills-based training in webinars and National Convenings, and incorporate it into all of our programming. We offer additional leadership development through our Women’s Caucus, providing training specific to women in elected office, as well as access to partners, mentorship, and peer networking. We also enable opportunities for greater leadership within the YEO Network through our State Directors program, alumni network, and other caucuses.