Social distancing measures have forced most of us to get used to attending meetings and socializing online. Even though the situation is improving in Switzerland and the guidelines are less strict, we will still be holding our Annual General Meeting via WebEx.

If you haven't ever used WebEx, it would be a good idea to attend this "Sandbox" session. We can walk you through the process of signing in, using the audio and video controls, and how to request the moderators' attention.

You do not need to attend the entire two hours of this meeting; the window is open for people to drop in and out as their schedule allows.

Meeting Title = DA Switzerland AGM Sandbox
Date and Time = Sun, 21 Jun 2020 13:00:00
Duration = 2 hours
Meeting number = 477214990
Hosted by = Liz Voss
Meeting Password = dems
Meeting URL: https://democratsabroad.webex.com/democratsabroad/e.php?MTID=ma3de58e58fe5b0ee8da546a7e1e87f02

One of the main topics on our agenda for this year's Annual General Meeting is the proposed revisions to our bylaws.

We have changes that need to be incorporated due to requirements of the Democrats Abroad Global Charter as well as other amendments being suggested due to the experiences of our Executive Committee and volunteers over the years.

In order for us to stay on schedule during the AGM, it is essential that most questions, comments, and suggestions about the proposed bylaws amendments be resolved ahead of the AGM itself.

If you are interested in this topic, please attend this WebEx session.

Meeting Title = DA Switzerland Bylaws Discussion
Date and Time = Wed, 17 Jun 2020 19:00:00 – US Eastern Time
Duration = 2 hours
Meeting number = 475426157
Hosted by = Liz Voss
Meeting Password = dems
Meeting URL: https://democratsabroad.webex.com/democratsabroad/e.php?MTID=m6d1130186c3f2cc67cbd16685e643585

We are pleased to include a draft of the revised bylaws for DACH, which will be presented for approval at the AGM on June 24. Several changes were necessary to bring our bylaws in line with changes made to the Democrats Abroad Charter. These include concepts such as "One Person, One Vote," wording changes regarding gender balance, etc. Also, we used this opportunity to include the status of DACH as a Verein/Association under Swiss laws in order to be compliant with local rules and regulations.

We invite you to make public comments via Google Docs here. You can view and comment on this Google Doc without having a Google Account.

As you review the draft, please note the following:

1. Minor punctuation, format, spacing, capitalization, or spelling changes have been made and are not highlighted as "edits" from the original bylaws from 2014.
2. Please do not reformat or concern yourself about formatting as that will be cleaned up in the final draft before presentation at the AGM.
3. Please note that in Google Docs, you can choose to view all edits and comments (default setting) or you can use a simple view that only displays the "final document."
   
4. Please respond with any comments or suggestions by 5 PM on Friday, June 12.

Social distancing measures have forced most of us to get used to attending meetings and socializing online. Even though the situation is improving in Switzerland and the guidelines are less strict, we will still be holding our Annual General Meeting via WebEx.

If you haven't ever used WebEx, it would be a good idea to attend this "Sandbox" session. We can walk you through the process of signing in, using the audio and video controls, and how to request the moderators' attention.

You do not need to attend the entire two hours of this meeting; the window is open for people to drop in and out as their schedule allows.

Meeting Title = DA Switzerland AGM Sandbox
Date and Time = Mon, 15 Jun 2020 19:00:00
Duration = 2 hours
Meeting number = 472802848
Hosted by = Liz Voss
Meeting Password = dems
Meeting URL: https://democratsabroad.webex.com/democratsabroad/e.php?MTID=m70e16c0f2c5bf562bdffd1b03c657fce

Our AGM will be held just before our June business meeting; join us for either event, or both!

Proposed agenda:

• 6-7 PM - Report on events and finances from the previous year. A part of this will be devoted to getting input on how the GPP can be improved next time.
• 7-8 PM - Discussion on GOTV strategy for November.

Our AGM may end early and the business meeting will start directly afterwards.

Please email Tory at basel@democrats.ch to receive the Zoom link and password.

Please join DACH Basel members for our monthly business meeting! This month's meeting will be held online via Zoom, in keeping with COVID-19 social distancing requirements. Everyone is welcome!

This month's meeting will directly follow Basel's Annual General Meeting from 6-8 PM. Join us for either event, or both!

Can't make it this month? We have business meetings regularly, usually on the 1st Tuesday of each month. Or, if you can't make our regular meetings but still want to help, please get in touch with Basel Chapter Chair, Tory Mallett, at basel@democrats.ch.

Please email Tory at basel@democrats.ch to receive the Zoom link and password.

Join DA Switzerland for our 2020 Annual General Meeting!

Our agenda will include:

• Summary of 2019-20
• Financial report
• Bylaws revisions
• Overview of the Democrats Abroad Global Convention (June 6-7)
• Get Out the Vote brainstorming
• Election events for November

Please check back here for more details as the date gets closer.

We will have several events leading up to the AGM to prepare our members for the vote about bylaws and attending the meeting via WebEx.

• Monday, June 15 from 7-9 PM: WebEx "Sandbox" for members to practice signing in and using WebEx.
• Wednesday, June 17 from 7-9 PM: WebEx discussion of the bylaws revision. This meeting is essential for our members who want to ask questions and make suggestions about our proposed revisions. We want to limit discussion during the AGM so that we can stay on schedule.
• Sunday, June 21 from 1-3 PM: WebEx "Sandbox" for members to practice signing in and using WebEx.

Meeting Title = DA Switzerland AGM
Date and Time = Wed, 24 Jun 2020 19:00:00 CEST
Duration = 3 hours
Meeting number = 478854014
Meeting Password = dems
Meeting URL: https://democratsabroad.webex.com/democratsabroad/e.php?MTID=madefb2d9f483193b1167487c39b2a6e5

We are pleased to include a draft of the revised bylaws for DACH, which will be presented for approval at the AGM on June 24. Several changes were necessary to bring our bylaws in line with changes made to the Democrats Abroad Charter. These include concepts such as "One Person, One Vote," wording changes regarding gender balance, etc. Also, we used this opportunity to include the status of DACH as a Verein/Association under Swiss laws in order to be compliant with local rules and regulations.

We invite you to make public comments via Google Docs here. You can view and comment on this Google Doc without having a Google Account.

As you review the draft, please note the following:

1. Minor punctuation, format, spacing, capitalization, or spelling changes have been made and are not highlighted as "edits" from the original bylaws from 2014.
2. Please do not reformat or concern yourself about formatting as that will be cleaned up in the final draft before presentation at the AGM.
3. Please note that in Google Docs, you can choose to view all edits and comments (default setting) or you can use a simple view that only displays the "final document."
   
4. Please respond with any comments or suggestions by 5 PM on Friday, June 12.
5. A WebEx session for review and discussion of all public comments will be held on Wednesday, June 17 at 7 PM. Please plan to attend as we want to finalize all changes and address all questions before the AGM.

Graphic design by Milton Glaser via PoliticalCharge.org

We need to Get Out the Vote and phone banking is a highly effective way to reach Democrats Abroad and get them registered. In this on-line workshop, our very own Liz Voss (Democrats Abroad Switzerland Vice Chair) will help us support fellow Democrats in Switzerland to exercise their right to vote.

This information session will be held on Zoom! We cannot meet in person (yet), but one benefit is that DA Switzerland members from across the country can join us virtually!

Please email Darcy at darcy@democrats.ch to receive the Zoom URL and password.

In an effort to inform and engage our members during this socially distant time, we are hosting many online meetings.

Check back frequently, as new events will be added!

This month's meeting will be held on Zoom! We cannot meet in person (yet), but one benefit is that DA Switzerland members from across the country can join us virtually!

Please email Sam at gvabooks@democrats.ch to receive the Zoom URL and password.