WS Chronicle

Last week Quamekia Shavers, president of the Young Democrats of Forsyth County (YDFC), visited students at Kimberley Park Elementary School. During her visit to several classrooms, Shavers discussed local and national historic figures and the importance of voting.

As the new YDFC president, Shavers, who is a native of Winston-Salem, has vowed to be more active in the community. During a community meeting last month, she said it was her mission to ensure YDFC cares about the well-being of the voters. Shavers said her visit to Kimberley Park is just the beginning of her campaign to build a connection with the voters.

“ … Some community service is just being present and the principal, Dr. Baker, is a strong community activist and heard me speak a few weeks ago, so I was happy for her to see my objectives for the organization weren’t just statements to impress,” continued Shavers. “… I really enjoyed myself.”

The Young Democrats of Forsyth County is open to any Democrat under the age of 36 who is looking to take an active role in our political process. The Young Democrats of Forsyth County work closely with the Forsyth County Democratic Party, North Carolina Democratic Party, and Young Democrats of North Carolina, to ensure that they can make a meaningful impact locally and statewide.

For more information, visit www.fcdpnc.org.