The YDA is a national organization with 42 chartered states, 780 local chapters, and 43,000 members. Membership is open people between the ages of 14 to 35, and includes both high school and college students, young workers, young elected officials, and young families.

The mission of the Young Democrats is to increase the participation of young people in the Democratic Party. Based on this simple mission statement, the Young Democrats of Connecticut have begun working toward the following goals:

• Assist Young Democratic candidates for Congress, Constitutional Offices, Gubernatorial, the Connecticut General Assembly and other elected positions
  • Provide Financial Assistance to Young Candidates
  • Provide training and support.

• Promote Young Democrats to get involved in politics through all elected offices, boards and commission, and campaign management
• Sponsor candidate debates
• Build strong local chapters
• Participate in community service projects
• Host fundraisers in addition to networking and social events

  We look forward to working with you,

  Lon Seidman and Kerry Szeps

We need your support to rebuild the foundation of this great organization.
The following are just a few ways in which you could assist us:

Thank you in advance for your support and assistance!