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Youth Council

This talented group of high school and college students works on voter registration projects and education initiatives.


If you're age 16–22, a San Francisco resident, and want to help young people become voters, we want you on the LWVSF Youth Council! 

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Charlotte Dodson, Youth Council Chair

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Charlotte Dodson is a San Francisco native and student at Stanford University. At LWVSF, she is the current chair of the League of Women Voters of San Francisco’s Youth Council. In addition to her role as Youth Council Chair, Charlotte is a member of LWVSF's Voter Services Committee and a contributor to the Pros & Cons Guide. Charlotte is passionate about voting rights, democracy, and politics and she has experience in political campaigning and advocacy. At her high school, she expanded her advocacy skills as the co-leader of the Model United Nations and debate teams. In her free time, Charlotte enjoys playing lacrosse and going on runs in the Presidio.

Paige Axness

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Paige is a rising sophomore at the University of San Francisco (USF), majoring in Politics and Sociology with minors in Legal Studies, Public Service/Community Engagement, and Dance. She is a member of the LWVSF’s Youth Council and the Out-of-State Voter Registration Ambassador for the League of Women Voters of Oregon’s Youth Council. Paige joined the YC because of her passion for voting rights and voter turnout, advocacy for women’s rights, and the push for equity. Outside of LWVSF's Youth Council, she is the ethics director for the USF Women in Pre-Law Society, on the ASUSF Advocacy Committee, and in Delta Zeta Sorority. Paige currently interns for the Multnomah County Department of Community Justice in Oregon and TurnUp activism, having previously interned at San Francisco City Hall as a legislative fellow. She loves to spend her free time dancing, baking, and exploring the city with friends.

Emily Gorodetskiy

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Emily is a dedicated student at Lowell High School and passionate about voting rights, democracy, economics, and business. Her proactive involvement as a Department of Elections Ambassador, advocating before the San Francisco Board of Supervisors during Public Comments Day alongside founding the entrepreneurship club at her school, demonstrates her commitment to civic engagement and leadership. At Lowell High School, Emily honed her advocacy skills as the Lowell Model United Nations treasurer and in her role as Secretariat of Outreach for San Francisco's Model UN conference. Beyond her academic and civic endeavors, Emily enjoys playing basketball and dancing in her free time. 

Leah Mordehai

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Leah Mordehai is a student at San Francisco University High School where she leads the debate team, participates in Model United Nations, and runs track and cross country. In addition to being the Youth Council chair for LWVSF, Leah is a member of Youth Transforming Justice, interns for the City of San Francisco District 1 Office, and co-founded a nonprofit called the Slavic Youth Circle. Leah is passionate about voting rights, democracy, and world politics. 

Saba Rahimi

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Saba Rahimi is a junior at Carlmont High School and a member of LWVSF’s Youth Council. Saba joined the council because she is passionate about youth activism, voting rights, and advocacy for important issues. As president of the Entrepreneurship Club at her school, Saba has experience in starting her own business selling custom jewelry. Additionally, she has taken many marketing and digital media courses and helped found an organization dedicated to assisting underprivileged orphans in the Middle East. Saba has won three state honors for piano and enjoys listening to music. Saba enjoys going to the beach, playing volleyball, and meeting new people outside of school.

Sana Rahimi

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Sana Rahimi is a junior at Carlmont High School and a member of LWVSF’s Youth Council. Growing up in the Bay Area, Sana frequently visited San Francisco and she is passionate about activism efforts. She wants to help everyone’s voice be heard and feel engaged in opportunities to create a sense of community. At school, Sana is part of the Middle Eastern Club, Key Club, and Entrepreneurship Club where she acts as the chief marketing officer to market, advertise, and promote selling events. These donations go directly to charities including Feeding America, the Wounded Warrior Project, St. Jude, and The Ocean Cleanup Project. Sana is excited about being a part of the Youth Council to make an impact and she will work hard to contribute and foster a sense of community.

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