Cleo is a recent Creighton graduate passionate about state-level health policy advocacy and research. As a fourth-generation Nebraskan, Cleo cares deeply about working towards a state that is welcoming and accessible for all. When Cleo is not advocating for better systems and knocking doors for candidates, she can be found watching reality tv and spending time with her cat Kurt.

Garrett is a recent graduate of UNO passionate about civic engagement, public policy, and grassroots organizing. He's worked on statewide initiatives, coordinated digital and field operations, and conducted policy research in a legislative setting. Whether it's mobilizing communities, supporting progressive causes, or diving into data-driven research, he’s driven by the impact thoughtful, people-centered policy can have.

Lexi is a recent graduate from Millard North High School and is heading up to Minnesota to attend Hamline University in the fall. As a young Nebraskan, she is constantly advocating for healthcare access and helping to elect more women to local Nebraska offices. When Lexi isn’t writing postcards or finding new ways to get involved, she can be found playing lacrosse and spending time outdoors. 

Nora is a current junior at Omaha Central High who is tired of the lack of young representation in our national and state politics. She joined NEw Voices to make a positive impact on Nebraska and remain politically active in a constantly changing climate. In her spare time, she enjoys reading murder mysteries and baking cookies.

Owen is a current student at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, studying Urban Technology. Owen joined NEw Voices because he needed to find a community of like-minded young people working to promote inclusivity and equal representation in Nebraska politics. Other than politics, Owen is passionate about sustainability, theater and music performance, and public transportation, and he loves Taylor Swift.

Tessa is a current Senior at Omaha Central High School. She joined NEw Voices to become politically active and advocate for the kind of positive changes she wants to see in Nebraska. In her free time, she enjoys music, Agatha Christie movies, shopping, and playing with her dog.

Amy is a current sophomore at George Washington University studying political science and exploring adding another major or minor. She’s passionate about engaging the youth in the political landscape and making the news accessible to everyone.

Curtis currently works at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska as a Business Analyst, and he attends Bellevue University. He has always believed that Omaha and Nebraska as a whole could be better and be a place to attract and keep young professionals and families. His hobbies include reading and spending time with his two little girls!

Proudly born and raised in Omaha, Jackson is a student at Johns Hopkins University majoring in Biomedical Engineering. He currently works for the Neurorights Foundation, a nonprofit that engages with policymakers, regulators, and industry and science leaders on neurotechnology policy. He is passionate about disability policy, university governance, and german shepherd dogs (of which he has two).

Kaleciana attends the University of Nebraska at Omaha, majoring in Black Studies. She aims to become a civil rights attorney. Kaleciana joined NEw Voices because in a world where we are often silenced, we must become the voices who will rise above generations of affliction and oppression to pave the way for the children of tomorrow. In her free time, she loves to write poetry and is the author of an Amazon best-selling book, entitled “Why the Black Man Cries”. She also enjoys public speaking.

Lux is a sophomore at Omaha Central High School. Deeply passionate about increasing youth representation in politics and fighting discrimination against autism in schools, Lux joined NEw Voices to make a positive impact and stay more politically active. Outside of school and rehearsals, one might find her painting or playing the piano.

Nya is a senior at Omaha Northwest High School. Nya joined NEw Voices because they wanted to make an impact on the political climate. They also joined because the people seemed nice! Nya is passionate about environmental issues and the arts as a whole. In their free time they like to play and listen to music, draw, and be around friends.

Scout is a senior at Omaha Central High School. It’s hard for them to watch their country continue in this manner, so they’re hoping to get people excited about civic engagement and natural rights so we can turn this around. In their free time, they can be found watching movies, scouring vintage shops, and hiking.