Young Elected Officials Network

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen () — one of the most kindhearted and talented people in our community. She was a shining light who brought warmth, brilliance, and compassion to everyone around her.

All of us at People For the American Way and the Young Elected Officials Network are honored to have known and worked alongside Nancy. As an active alumna of our Jordan-Huerta Women’s Leadership Program and engaged member of the broader YEO network, she has left a lasting impact on the generation of leaders she leaves to finish the work she so boldly championed.

Nancy was truly one of the most beloved members of our network. To all who knew and loved her: we are holding you in our hearts and stand with you as you grieve the loss of a friend, colleague, and leader.

Please check your email for details about a space for our community to come together and grieve. We have also shared online resources, in partnership with , to support your safety, care, and well-being during this time.

We invite you to join us in honoring Nancy’s life through some of our favorite memories of her.

East Wing Memories.

📸: Convening 2024

It’s almost time for convening. ⏰

will feature many of our time-honored traditions as well as new experiences to connect you closer to the work and each other!

Here’s just some of what we’ve got planned. ➡️

We’re inviting all progressive elected leaders under 40 to join us in Washington for a weekend of networking, skills and policy training, and inspiration for the fight ahead.

Register today at YEOnetwork.org. Scholarships available. Early bird pricing ends February 28th.

Tag below a bold, young, progressive elected leader who you know should be in the room!

At the , history is made and tyrants shudder. We’re excited to announce its historic halls will be the backdrop for ’s 20th Anniversary Convening!

We’re inviting all progressive elected leaders under 40 to join us in Washington for a weekend of networking, skills and policy training, and inspiration for the fight ahead.

Register today at YEOnetwork.org. Scholarships available. Early bird pricing ends February 28th.

Tag below a bold, young, progressive elected leader who you know should be in the room!

So thrilled to welcome the 2025 cohort of other Jordan-Huerta Women's Leadership Program to DC!

These women are *amazing*! This cohort is 82% women of color and 52% are serving in their first term. They're serving in state legislatures, as mayors, board of education members. They represent 12 states and the District of Columbia. And they're all ready to get to work for their communities!

Meet the fellows at yeonetwork.org/women!