Follow us on Social Media:   
Bluesky Logo         Instagram Logo     YouTube Logo

Welcome to Democrats Abroad Portugal! 

KEEP VOTING • KEEP ENGAGED

Whether you’re temporarily overseas or moving to Portugal, Democrats Abroad Portugal brings us all together to keep connected to the political process back in the US.  Become a member – it's easy:
CLICK TO BECOME A MEMBER

Together, the voice of Americans abroad is millions strong with the power to swing elections all across the country. We vote in presidential elections, midterms for Congress, and local and special elections happening all the time. Our overseas voting website — www.votefromabroad.org — is the simplest, most effective way to make sure you never miss your chance to be heard.

As a US citizen, you can vote from anywhere on the planet. You need to register and request your overseas ballot every calendar year.  It's easy to do - in most cases you can complete the entire process on your smartphone.

Click Here - Vote From Abroad

If you have any questions about registering through Vote From Abroad, click here:

HOW TO VOTE FROM PORTUGAL 

Voting from Abroad is Easy

WHO WE ARE:

Democrats Abroad is the official arm of the Democratic Party representing Americans who live outside the US. Our mission is to provide Americans living in Portugal a voice in our government and to elect Democrats by mobilizing the overseas vote.

DAPT Member Collage

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES:

Throughout the year, we get together to make friends and make a difference. As a member, we’ll keep you informed of everything from 4th of July celebrations and Thanksgiving dinners to issue-oriented actions. Please follow us on FacebookInstagram and Bluesky to help spread the word.

US Elections have Global Impact

VOLUNTEER

We’re all volunteers here and there’s always a way to get involved. We need help planning and organizing activities, helping voters get their ballots, and managing our database and social media. And every 2 years, we elect leaders who will guide us through the next election cycle. Whether you like meeting new people or working behind the screen, please get in touch to help make it all happen. 

JOIN A CAUCUS:

Our caucuses are global teams focused on specific issues within our diverse community. We invite you to follow and get involved in the activities of any or all of them. We’d love to organize local caucus groups in Portugal and are always looking for volunteers ready to take the lead. 

Global Asian-American & Pacific Islander Caucus
Global Black Caucus
Global Disability Caucus
Environment & Climate Crisis Council
Global Hispanic Caucus
Global LGBTQ+ Caucus
Global Progressive Caucus
Global Seniors Caucus
Global Veterans & Military Families Caucus 
Global Women’s Caucus
Global Youth Caucus

DONATE

It all matters

Recommended Reading

Heather Cox Richardson

The Contrarian

Hopium Chronicles

Timothy Snyder

Krugman Wonks Out

Popular Information

The Dean Report

Joyce Vance

Join Dems Abroad | Follow us on BlueskyFollow us on Facebook | Follow us on Instagram | Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 

Read more...

Donate to this Country Committee
Liquid syntax error: Error in tag 'subpage' - No such page slug pt_socials

Country EVENTS

Country NEWS AND UPDATES

January 09, 2025

January 2025 Newsletter

2025. A new beginning. Each month I strive to find the right words that reflect both what I am personally feeling and what seems appropriate to the moment at large.......
Read more
December 09, 2024

December 2024 Newsletter

  Whew. This month has been a lot. I hope everyone who observes had a wonderful Thanksgiving with friends and family. I know mine was extremely healing for everyone who......
Read more
November 05, 2024

ELECTION DAY MESSAGE

Election Day The day that seemed to take forever to arrive. I think whatever happens, we can say we have collectively left it all on the table. I say this......
Read more
October 03, 2024

October 2024 Newsletter

The Countdown has begun…and I'm keeping this newsletter simple and to the point. Early voting has started in 23 states. And, of course, overseas voting opened on September 21st. Portugal......
Read more
September 03, 2024

DA Harris-Walz Zoom Call

‘Americans Abroad For Harris-Walz’ Global Event to feature celebrities and politicians rallying the American abroad vote Inspired by Michelle Obama’s call at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago to......
Read more
September 01, 2024

September 2024 Newsletter

The polls have shifted. Our membership in DA Portugal has grown by almost 200 people in the last month alone - our contribution to global membership is almost 6%. That’s......
Read more
August 05, 2024

August 2024 Newsletter

So, the world has experienced a seismic shift in just a few short weeks - it’s not just Americans who are breathing a bit more deeply. One of the benefits......
Read more
July 09, 2024

How to Send Your Ballot Home from Portugal in 2024

After receiving you're ballot on or after September 21st, you're ready to fill it out and send it to the U.S. from Portugal. But how? Email? Fax? Snail Mail?Not all......
Read more

Country LEADERSHIP

Sally DeSipio

Chair, Portugal
Camilo Cornejo

Treasurer, Portugal
Elizabeth Besso

Executive Committee member-at-large, Portugal
Jon Carroll

Member at large, Portugal
Theresa Recht

Member-At-Large, Portugal
Gina Buckley

Member at large, Portugal
Dan Dawson

Marketing Director