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Wake County · North Carolina

We are
the change.

Youth engagement in politics is crucial to turning North Carolina blue.

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A community for Wake County teens, ages 13–19.
Four Teen Dems members behind a blue outreach table at the Women’s March
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In our community.Learning. Connecting. Showing up.
Who can joinTeens ages 13–19
Where we call homeWake County, NC
Our shared purposeCivic engagement

Who we are

Young voices.
Shared purpose.

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Wake County Association
of Teen Democrats

Founded upon the idea that teenagers should have a civic presence in their communities, WCATD brings together a diverse group of change-makers to stand up and come together for the betterment of the Democratic Party.

We encourage and welcome teenagers of all backgrounds to attend one of our meetings and learn about government, civic engagement, and social entrepreneurship.

An official auxiliary of the Wake County Democratic Party and a chapter of the North Carolina Association of Teen Democrats.

What we do

A place to get involved.

Through activism, service, and engagement, WCATD helps create future leaders in Wake County.

Learn & engage

Explore government and civic life with a community that welcomes your questions.

Connect & show up

Find information about our meetings and opportunities to come together.

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Teen Dems members meeting outdoors on picnic blankets in a park
A gathering in the park · Earlier moments

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More than a meeting.
A community.

When you join Wake Teen Dems, you’re joining a community. Subscribe to the newsletter for event invitations and updates, and join in when something interests you.

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Four Teen Dems members behind a blue outreach table at the Women’s MarchShowing up at the Women’s MarchA community interview in progress at the October 2026 Wake Dems eventA candidate interview in progressTogether at the Wake Dems event at the October 2026 Wake Dems eventCandidates at a Wake Dems eventTeen Dems members meeting outdoors on picnic blankets in a parkA gathering in the parkListening to a candidate at the October 2026 Wake Dems eventListening to a CandidateConnecting around the resource table at the October 2026 Wake Dems eventConnecting around the resource tableA hand holding two colorful postcards encouraging civic action and votingSmall actions, shared purposeCivic resources on display at the October 2026 Wake Dems eventCivic resources on displayFour people standing together at a Wake Teen Dems community gatheringConnecting with our community