Happy #ArabAmericanHeritage Month! 💙 Since the 1880s, Arab Americans have played a pivotal role in shaping the diverse identity of the United States. Through their leadership, ideas, and culture, they’ve made our country a richer, and more vibrant place.
Get involved today at bit.ly/NAL2026
Join us this June as we honor Michigan State Senator @stephanielilychang.bsky.social at our 12th annual #NewAmericanHeroAwards! 💫 She is currently serving her second term in the Michigan Senate and is the Senate Democratic Policy and Steering Chair.
♥️ Join the celebrations at bit.ly/NAHA2026
Put your hands together for 2026 #NewAmericanHeroAwards honoree, New York City Council Member Amanda Farias! 👏 A daughter of The Bronx, she champions affordable housing, youth investment, and economic opportunity for immigrant entrepreneurs and working families.
🍾 Save the date at bit.ly/NAHA2026
New American Elected and Appointed Officials, join us in the 305 this May! 🎶🌴 We’ll be heading to Miami Dade County, and hearing firsthand from local leaders on how they’ve responded to rising environmental and economic challenges.
Apply by Friday, April 10th at bit.ly/EAONSV26
We are proud to present our first 2026 #NewAmericanHeroAwards Honoree: Virginia @ltgovhashmi.bsky.social! 🎉
🎟️ Join us in celebrating Lt. Governor Hashmi and all her trailblazing accomplishments at our nation’s capital this June at bit.ly/NAHA2026
We cordially invite you to our 12th annual New American Hero Awards! 🍾 On the evening of Thursday, June 11th, we’ll be celebrating three visionary leaders who are shaping the future of American democracy.
🎟 Registration and sponsorship information at bit.ly/NAHA2026
We're officially teaming up with Run for Something Civics for National #RunForOfficeDay ✨We're excited to spotlight community leaders and inspire you to take the lead in your own neighborhood.
Become the leader your hometown has been waiting for at runforofficeday.com/?utm_source=nal
"When states treat childcare as a legitimate campaign expense, they send a message that women and caregivers are valued decision‑makers," said Dr. Shana Hardin, NAL Director of Research & Data.
📝 Read our collaborative fact sheet with @votemama.bsky.social at bit.ly/nalxvmfactsh...
ICYMI: we are now accepting applications for 2026 #ReadytoWin! 📣 We invite you to join us at our premier leadership training in #NewYorkCity!
New Americans seeking to run for office OR serve in a campaign within the next two years are strongly encouraged to apply 🚀 Apply at bit.ly/NALRTW2026
Vote for our 2026 Netroots Nation panel at bit.ly/NALnetroots! 🎤✨
NAL Program Manager José Galarza and Ohio State Representative @muniraya.bsky.social will speak on how it’s essential for aspiring immigrant leaders to embrace their own values to connect more authentically with our communities.
“'You are the first person who actually has done an interview with me, and I’ve been here in this country for 10 years,'” Hildalyn Colon Hernandez, NAL alum and NICE Operations and Strategic Officer, recalled hearing one student share. #DemocracyNeedsUs
#ReadytoLead Central Valley deadlines have been EXTENDED!🌷 During the May 1st training weekend, you’ll learn how to craft effective fundraising and messaging outreach, embrace your New American heritage, and build power with local—and national—leaders!
To learn more and apply, visit bit.ly/NAL2026
Together WE are America–and always have been–and we deserve leaders who represent all of us. Are you ready to take that ball and run with it? Join our movement: bit.ly/NAL2026
Today is the deadline to apply for our Elected and Appointed Officials Network San Francisco site visit! 🚨 Come join us this March as we dive into topics like immigration and birthright citizenship.
📸 If you’re feeling inspired by some snapshots of past visits, be sure to apply at bit.ly/EAONSV26
We are now accepting applications for #ReadytoWin 2026! 🏆💪🏾 If you're looking to run for office or manage a campaign in the next 2 years, we invite you to build New American power with us this August!
📣 To learn more and apply, visit us at bit.ly/NALRTW2026
We want YOU to take the lead for our communities in 2026! Join us in Detroit, Michigan for our Ready to Lead® Midwest training over the April 10th weekend.
🧁 Click the link below to earn more, or send this post to a rising leader we should train! newamericanleaders.org/programs/rea...
Applications are now open for NAL’s Elected & Appointed Officials Site Visit Program! Join these immersive continuing education experiences that will provide you with greater knowledge, stronger connections, and leave you prepared to tackle challenges you face in your public service. bit.ly/EAONSV26
When someone has the courage to take the first step and boldly lead, it paves the way for the rest of us to make history.
When you invest in training leaders like Dr. Anne Keke, you don’t just power one person—you power a movement. Donate today at bit.ly/GiveNAL25
Get ready for the holiday season by taking a bite out of a slice of leadership 🍲🍰 We are now accepting applications for our 2026 Ready to Lead® AAPI National Training!
Join us the weekend of March 27th in Atlanta, GA. surveys.newamericanleaders.org/s/ReadyToLead/
Join next Tuesday at 7pm ET for our 2026 #ReadytoLead National Women’s virtual info session!
Learn more about our one-of-a-kind training program where you’ll learn how to embrace and emphasize your background as a New American woman in leadership.
RSVP now at bit.ly/NWTInfoSession26
In this year's General Election, 85% of training program alumni who ran for office won their seats - the most in NAL's 15-year history! New Americans are not just qualified political candidates, they are the leaders our democracy craves. Here are a few more trends we saw in this year's elections...
And the results are finalized! 🗞✨ 85% of our #NewAmericanLeaders alumni won their races in this year’s general elections. We are inspired by the work you all have done in mobilizing communities.
To learn more and invest in our movement, please visit newamericanleaders.org
Congratulations to our NAL alumnus Bryan Yambe on winning his reelection for Pierce County, WA Council, District 5! 🎉
Join us in February for next year's National Women’s Training! 🚀 This weekend-long training is the ideal place for emerging women leaders looking to connect with other like-minded professionals striving to make a difference for our democracy.
📩 Learn more and apply at bit.ly/NAL2026
To all of our New American Veterans, thank you for your continued leadership. Happy Veterans Day.
Their courage to run and lead will undoubtedly inspire many others in our community to take that first bold step in making a difference. Congratulations again! (2/2) #DemocracyNeedsUs
Make some noise for these historic firsts! 🥳 We’re so proud of our #NewAmericanLeaders alumni for achieving these spectacular firsts. (1/2)
Congratulations to longstanding NAL network member @guzman4virginia.bsky.social on winning her election for Virginia House of Delegates, District 22! 🎉
Congratulations to our NAL alumna @cmjuliewon.bsky.social on winning her re-election for New York City Council, District 26! 🎉
Congratulations to our NAL alumna Anne Keke on winning her re-election for Aurora Public Schools Board of Education, At-Large! 🎉