Switzerland

Arosa, Graubünden, Switzerland
Mountain in Arosa, Graubünden, Switzerland by W. Bulach licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Democrats Abroad Switzerland is the official country committee for U.S. Democrats living in Switzerland.

We strive to help Americans connect with fellow citizens living across the 26 Cantons of the Swiss Federation and remain active in U.S. politics. Living in a unique nation of expats in which resident foreigners comprise 23% of the population, DA Switzerland provides a vital social and political link for American citizens staying for a short period as well as those here for the long term.

Our mission is to deliver critical votes for Democrats in U.S. federal elections as well as serving as unofficial U.S. ambassadors, communicating global perspectives to Washington D.C., to our hometowns, and our local Swiss communities.

Watch this space for upcoming announcements of meetings and events – we have events planned throughout the year and encourage anyone interested in participating to get in touch.

If you haven't already, join Democrats Abroad! If you're already a member, please consider signing up as a volunteer.

Feel free to reach out to us via email! You can find the email addresses for national leaders in this post; chapter leaders can be found on the Basel, Suisse Romande, and Zurich pages. Information about our teams and organizational structure can be found in this post.


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DA Switzerland Leadership:

Leedonal Moore
| Int. Secretary (interim); Global Black Caucus Chair; DPCA Voting Rep, Switzerland
Apolonio Huerta
| Chair, Zürich Chapter
Tory Mallett
| Chair, Switzerland
Pete Kaiser
| Vice Chair, Switzerland
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  • News

    Walk through the Lavaux Vineyards

    On Saturday March 4, Suisse Romande Democrats and friends took a 14km walk from Lutry to Corseaux, through the terraced vineyards of Le Lavaux overlooking Lake Geneva. A cool dry day with some sun, great for walking, talking, enjoying the fine views and pouring a little wine. Big thanks to hosts Christine Perey and Greg Greenwood who did a terrific job organizing and planning the route.

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    Meet Your New Executive Committee

    Democrats Abroad Switzerland held our 2023 Annual General Meeting on Sunday, January 15th. Among all the business completed, our new Executive Committee was elected.

    Office Name Email Address
    Chair Tory Mallett [email protected]
    Vice Chair Pete Kaiser [email protected]
    Secretary Callie Harvey [email protected]
    Treasurer Peter Butterfield [email protected]
    Member-at-Large Michael Williams [email protected]d.ch
    Member-at-Large Jeremy Dick [email protected]
    Member-at-Large Jennifer Shore [email protected]
    Member-at-Large Alex Surer [email protected]
    Immediate Past Chair Eric Burns [email protected]
    DPCA Voting Rep Leedonal Moore [email protected]
    DPCA Voting Rep Liz Voss [email protected]
    DPCA Voting Rep Gera Burrier [email protected]
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    Upcoming Events

    Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 06:00 PM Time · 11 rsvps
    Cafe Zähringer in Zürich, Switzerland

    DA Zurich Thirsty Thursday - March 2023

    Casual drinks for existing and new members. No RSVP necessary. Come when you can, leave when you must.


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    Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 07:00 PM Bern Time · $30.00 USD · 12 rsvps
    Magnolia Lounge in Münchenstein, Switzerland

    Basel Tax Talk 2023

    Do you wonder how US tax law affects Americans living abroad? Are you new to (and baffled by) overseas Americans' US tax obligations? Or need advice on investment or retirement strategy as a Switzerland resident?

    First, know that your filing deadline is June 15, 2023. Then come to Democrats Abroad Switzerland's talk on US taxes for Americans living abroad.

    Rebecca Heid of AIT Services will present key issues and then answer our questions about overseas Americans' US tax obligations. If you have a particular issue or question you would like her to address, please email it to [email protected].

    Registration required, refreshments available. This event raises funds for DA's 2024 election-year voter outreach work.


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