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I am pleased to introduce our 2025 Board of Directors

From upper left, Kennedy Camacho-Membership Director, Nic Gerard- Executive, Thor Johnson- Events Chair, Kristen Nicole Valle- President, Austin J. Edsell-Finance Chair, Houston Reese-External Affairs Director, Jared Sichel- Communications Chair.

From lower left, Tannaz Razzaghi- Treasurer, Tina Tran-Secretary, Elizabeth M. Voltz- Vice President, Cynthia Kaui-Volunteer Director.

Not pictured, Chris Nguyen-Political Director, Kevin Wen-Fintech, Andrew Marc Di Giovanna- Chair Emeritus

-Kristen Nicole Valle, OCYR President

Event in Support of OCYR

OCYR Endorsements

Get Out The Vote!

JOIN THE FIGHT IN WISCONSIN!

Wisconsin’s 2025 Supreme Court election is critical. We have the opportunity to elect a proven conservative leader, and prevent the democrats from solidifying control over the court.

We need your help on the ground to secure victory!

On March 22nd, we’re joining the Wisconsin Young Republicans in Waukesha, Wisconsin, to rally support and mobilize voters. This is your opportunity to make a real impact and fight for conservative values in Wisconsin! Lodging and flight reimbursement details in registration.

Sign-Up for the Wisconsin Deployment:

YRs in the White House

YR Wedding Announcements

On February 14, 2025, Nikkie Nguyen and Ian Henderson exchanged vows in a beautiful ceremony at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Costa Mesa, CA, surrounded by family, friends, and faith.

Their love story began at Rep. Michelle Steel's Primary Election Night party on March 3, 2020, at China Palace (now The Whaler), where a simple introduction by Joshua Recalde-Martinez led to an all-night conversation about nothing and everything. Their first date, on March 13, 2020, at Sushi Roku, coincided with the first day of the COVID lockdown, marking the beginning of a journey filled with resilience, laughter, and a shared appreciation for antibacterial wipes.

Fast forward to Memorial Day weekend, Ian proposed at The Whaler, at the very table where they first met, with a custom menu that read: Will you marry me?

Their wedding day was a reflection of their love, an al fresco-inspired celebration with European-style florals, a guest-focused atmosphere, and just a pinch of Valentine's Day charm. The reception at Venue by 3 Petals in Huntington Beach featured an unforgettable performance by Thien An Performing Arts, whose lion dancers and drummers left guests raving.

With Fr. Pascal Nguyen, O. PRAEM., officiating their vows, Nikkie and Ian begin their next chapter, looking forward to a future filled with love, laughter, and community. "The rest is still unwritten, but we're excited to build our family while staying close to our friends, loved ones, and parish in Orange County."

Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Henderson!

2025 YR National Convention

The 2025 Young Republican National Convention is open to all Young Republicans. If you would like to attend and be a delegate to have voting privileges, please respond to this email or reach out to me directly as we have purchased a ticket bundle at a discounted rate. We also need to keep track of our delegates. YRNC only happens every two years. It's an incredible event to get filled with fun, learning and connecting with like minded people from around the country.

February Recap

I'm so bummed I missed you! A bunch of us went to the YRNF Quarterly in Charleston, South Carolina where there was some sort if plague that infected most of the national delegation. HUGE Thank You to our whole team who stepped in to run a fantastic meeting at Left Coast Brewing. I heard there was a great turn out and happy to learn you voted to endorse Anthony Kuo in the Irvine Special Election.

Make an impact with OCYR Engage

Engage Your Community

The OCYRs are committed to building a culture of political and civic engagement, especially in this election year. OCYR Engage is our civic engagement program designed to encourage civic participation through attending public meetings and driving the public discourse through Op-eds and Letters to the Editor.

If we want to make an impact in our country, state, and community, it's critical that we understand how our civic government works and that we support the Republican movement in and out of elections.

Sign up here to learn more:

Join the Ranks

Become an Orange County Young Republicans Member and save $$$! 

Your annual OCYR membership includes free admission to our general membership meetings and discounted tickets to OCYR social events (ATF Day at the gun range, Legislative Reception, Holiday Reception, and more).

You'll also receive access to our OCYR Jobs page, which acts as a resume bank to help YRs looking for the right opportunity, and also has some conservative job boards and featured listings available on our website.

There are also special opportunities, banquets, and meet and greets that come up, and we make sure to consider members, and especially volunteers, for such events whenever spots open up. Great perks all around! 

Join a community of likeminded young conservative professionals, and get to know the wider Republican community here in Orange County.

Help make a difference here in Orange County! We aim to rally young conservative voices from all walks of life and activate new leaders and activists in Orange County. We look to bring fresh ideas and energy to the table, and engage new members to build the next generation of Republican leadership.

Your donation, small or large, will aid our efforts to:

• Support Republican candidates!
• Provide needed resources to our members!
• Fuel innovative club projects and initiatives!
• Grow the local conservative movement!
• Turn the political tide here in Orange County!

Ask us about sponsorship opportunities!

Questions? Email us at [email protected]