Spotlight on Youth Council: Update from Atharva Deepak

Earlier this year, I worked with the Washington County LWV unit to interview Senator Lisa Reynolds (SD-17) on behalf of the League about her legislative priorities for the 2025 legislative session. I also asked her questions specifically about what she is pioneering as host of different bills/packages (which she is calling ‘Momnibus’). specifically, Bill (SB 691), which is about supporting maternal health services and providing housing and extended social services to support families in need. I attended roundtable discussions the senator hosted to collect information and formulate personal written testimony on this package.

Now, I am working with the League to configure an action plan on how we can contribute to the Equal Rights for All ballot measure that will come into the limelight during the 2026 mid-terms.

Youth Council Advocacy Team Member Atharva Deepak

Atharva Deepak is a motivated advocate for social justice and high school student.  He joined LWVOR Youth Council because of his passion for civic engagement and exploring the fundamentals of how legislative change is put into effect. Atharva is a member of his school’s Mock Trial team and is a Teen Council member for Planned Parenthood. He also is an Executive Council Member for the OHSU non-profit, Youth HPV Champions.