Uniting Students to Make Change
by the students, for the students
Washington High School Democrats (WAHSDA) is a youth-led non-profit organization dedicated to educating, engaging, and empowering students through civic engagement. We strive to make a difference in our state by lobbying state lawmakers, organizing educational events, initiating awareness campaigns, and starting chapters in schools across Washington. We are committed to making sure that young people have a seat at the table in politics and have the tools they need to succeed. We hope that through our work, we can create a more equitable future.
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Connecting Youth with Lawmakers
We’ve hosted numerous events that give students the opportunity to hear directly from current members of Congress, state legislators, and even former Washington Governor Jay Inslee. Our goal is to empower the next generation by fostering meaningful conversations between youth and decision-makers. Together, we can inspire civic engagement and create a brighter future!
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A group picture with Congresswoman Jayapal, who was the keynote speaker at our 2025 MLK Day Event.
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A picture with Congresswoman Emily Randall (and Bad Bunny) at our MLK Event
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WAHSDA Chair Jonnika Kwon and WA Representative Osman Salahuddin pose for a picture with Governor Jay Inslee at our 2024 Young Leaders Summit.
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Congresswoman DelBene gives the keynote address at our Young Leaders Summit