Voting in the Grenoble chapter elections will take place both in person on March 6th, and online for five days before (keep an eye on your inbox for info. on how to vote online!) 

There is still time to run for a leadership position! We've got a great little group of core volunteers that we'd love to add YOU to.  We are looking for candidates for the following positions to serve from March 2023 - March 2025:

Chair: The Grenoble chapter chair leads the chapter, sets agendas and leads meetings. They participate as a voting member of DA France’s National Executive Committee, and are responsible for monthly chapter reports. The chapter chair attends the monthly DAF Excom meetings and monthly chapter/caucus meetings. If you want to run the Grenoble show, run for Chair!

Vice Chair: The Vice Chair assists the Chair, and the duties of the Chair may be shared with the Vice Chair, for example the vice chair may replace the Chair at an Excom or chapter/caucus meeting from time to time, or do other duties such as sending out e-mails to the chapter via the platform Democrats Abroad uses. If you want to help the chapter chair any way you can, run for this!

Secretary: The Secretary takes notes during meetings and events and writes up a short monthly chapter report, with or without photos, for the Chair to share at the monthly meeting when reports are given. If you like to write, run for this important role!

Treasurer: The Treasurer manages the chapter finances and can lead the chapter with fundraising which has not been done much in our chapter. If you like numbers and/or the challenge of fundraising, run for this position!

Communications Officer: The Comms Officer is responsible for helping to write up communications with members as well as managing the social media of the chapter. Is social media and marketing your thing? Run for this! You’ll be in contact with the national comms team who give excellent support.

GOTV Coordinator: The Get Out The Vote (GOTV) Coordinator is responsible for organizing the local voter registration activities. Is activism and GOTV your thing? Run for this!

Members at Large: Members at large are volunteers who attend meetings and might choose a specific task to work on or help other officers with their work. Want to volunteer and have special interests or general interests? Run for this!

Candidates must be members of Democrats Abroad France, US citizens 18 years or older, living in the Grenoble chapter area (Isère, Savoie, Haute Savoie), and able to serve a full term of two years. Every eligible member with interest, ability, conviction and ideas is encouraged to run. Previous organizing experience is welcome but not necessary. 

To run for election: You may nominate yourself by declaring your candidacy, or you may be nominated by someone else. You may also nominate another person for a position. To declare your candidacy or make a nomination, please email the Elections Board at: [email protected]democratsabroad.fr

Candidates must submit a candidate’s statement (no more than 200 words). If you are nominating another person, please put that person on copy of your email. 

The deadline for submitting candidacies is Saturday, February 4, 2023. Candidates should be prepared to attend the elections on March 6^th, 2023 and to say a few words.  

For more information, please contact the Elections Board at [email protected]democratsabroad.fr  

Come join us for delicious drinks, good food, savory discussions, a toast to Groundhog’s Day and, quite simply, a good time on Thursday, February 2nd starting at 6:30 pm.  Get the skinny on Board member elections and planned events for 2023.

Just in time for Valentine's Day! 

Pianist and chocolatier with a big heart Tom Neuhaus will treat Democrats Abroad Toulouse to a 30-minute concert of Bach and Chopin préludes, followed by an update on the good work of Project Hope and Fairness, the association Tom created to accompany the development of two villages in Ivory Coast through their production of chocolate. 

The event will include a blind taste test of different chocolate varieties and  a sampling of the products of the Ivorian chocolatiers. You can help support their work by taking home some chocolates to share with your valentines.

We are asking for a minimum donation of $8 to cover the cost of the venue for the event and to help support Democrats Abroad Toulouse. Your rsvp to the chocolate tasting will be confirmed upon payment. 

After the event you will have the option to stay for dinner (not included, guests will settle their bills with the restaurant directly at the end of the meal). Saveurs Bio offers an organic vegetarian buffet as well as a full menu of vegetarian dishes, meat, and fish at reasonable prices.

NOMINATIONS PERIOD UNTIL FEB 9th

As has been announced previously, Democrats Abroad Paris Chapter will conduct its Leadership Elections on March 11th (more details to come). 

The nominations period for candidates is open, and the deadline to submit your candidacy is Feb. 9, 2023. Candidates are sought for the following positions: Chapter Chair, Chapter Vice-Chair, Chapter Treasurer/Fundraiser, Chapter Secretary, Chapter Events/Social Lead, Chapter Communications Coordinator, and Chapter Outreach Manager (GOTV/Database).

Come join us on zoom on February 6th to learn more about the upcoming DA France Youth Caucus elections. Find out what positions you can run for, how to declare candidacy, and get answers to your burning questions. 

Eight positions of the DA France Youth Caucus Steering Committee are up for election for the 2023-2024 US election cycle.

👉 Submit a candidate statement by email to [email protected] by February 13  2023. 

✅ Eligibility: Candidates should be members of Democrats Abroad France, U.S. citizens 18 years or older and be able to serve a full term of two years. Previous organizing experience is welcome but not necessary.

🍻 We will be holding an informational meeting on February 6, and a meet and greet for candidates during our Politics & Pints event on February 16.

Co-chairs (2)

• Ensure the caucus is carrying out its mission of registering voters and engaging young Americans living abroad in the political process
• Organize and lead Youth Caucus steering committee meetings 
• Provide support and direction to Youth Caucus working groups 
• Collaborate with other DA France caucuses and local chapters on joint activities and events 
• Prepare monthly report on Youth Caucus activities, trouble spots, and upcoming events
• Represent the Youth Caucus on the DA France Executive Committee

Events Officers (2)

• Ideate new events to draw in members outside our current network
• Support national DA France events, including fundraisers, social events, and protests
• Organize monthly and ad-hoc events for the youth caucus (Politics & Pints, debate watch parties, book clubs, trivia night, protests, invited speakers)

GOTV Officers (2)

• Build and maintain contacts with American organisations in France (universities, US businesses, volunteer organizations, interest groups) to organize voter tabling during election season
• Motivate & organize volunteers for voter registration events
• Partner with DA France to help staff voter registration efforts and phonebanking events
• Flyer for ‘get-out-the-vote’ (GOTV) events and volunteer opportunities with DA France Youth Caucus 

Communications Officers (2)

• Amplify the voices of young Americans in DA France, create content informing young Americans in France of their right to vote in US elections
• Maintain and build social channels (Facebook page, DA website, group chats, etc.) and help shape national digital strategy, from messaging to ad placement 
• Create visuals and text for upcoming events 
• Build relationships with students, schools, organizations throughout France to promote the work of the DAF Youth Caucus 

To run for election: You may nominate yourself by declaring your candidacy, or you may be nominated by someone else. You may also nominate another person for a position. To declare your candidacy or make a nomination, please email the Elections Board at [email protected]. Candidates must submit a candidate’s statement (no more than 200 words). If you are nominating another person, please put that person on copy of your email. 

How do we reverse increasing income inequality in the United States? A 21st-Century Economic Bill of Rights would guarantee all people residing in the United States the right to the essentials of a good life, regardless of their income, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or country of origin. Join our guest speakers to learn more about this progressive proposal and what we can do to implement it.

Confirmed speakers:

• Harvey J. Kaye: American historian and sociologist. Author of several books, including “Thomas Paine and the Promise of America” and “The Fight for the Four Freedoms.” He is Professor Emeritus of Democracy & Justice Studies and the Director of the Center for History and Social Change at the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay.
• Alan Minsky: Executive Director of the Progressive Democrats of America and a lifelong activist, who has worked as a progressive journalist, as Program Director at KPFK Los Angeles, and coordinator for Pacifica Radio’s national coverage of elections.

Here are some resources to prepare for the event:

Article: “A Call for All Progressive Candidates and Officeholders to Embrace a 21st Century Economic Bill of Rights.” Alan Minsky and Harvey J. Kaye. Common Dreams, 23 February 2022.
Video: "The Ethos of the Greatest Generation"- Discussing the Four Freedoms with Harvey Kaye. FDR Library, 4 January, 2023.

All are welcome to attend! Please RSVP to receive the Zoom link.

Thanks to our co-sponsors: Global Black Caucus, Global Women’s Caucus, Reparations Task Force, proDA Austria, proDA Germany

RSVP below for the Zoom link!

While there is no donation required to attend, the suggested donation for this event is $10. Click here to donate. Help Democrats Abroad volunteers mobilize voters around the world. Help us fight for progressive policy changes in the new Congress!

February 16, 2023* DA France LGBTQ+ Caucus January Social Meet & Greet

Democrats Abroad France LGBTQ+ Caucus invites you to join us in welcoming in the New Year 2023 at a social meet and greet.

This is a great opportunity to kick off the new year by connecting with fellow LGBTQ+ Democrats for social conversation, to celebrate our wins in the mid-term elections, and to discuss politics, current events and issues that affect the LGBTQ+ community in France and in the US.

As a reminder: all DAF members and their American friends are always welcome to attend DAF LGBTQ+ Caucus events. 

Motivating, diverse, informative, and fun - DAF LGBTQ+ events never disappoint. We really hope to see you there!

*The date of the event has been changed due to a national strike that is scheduled to take place on Thursday January 19th. 

There is no charge for this event but PLEASE NOTE:

*** Apogé is graciously providing this comfortable space--une cave & bar à vins--for us.
They offer a large selection of wines as well as as artisanal beers, non-alcoholic drinks, and a variety of food choices for purchase. ***

When: 

Thursday, February 16, 2023 from 18:30 - 21:30

Where: 

Apogé, 61 avenue Pierre Mendès-France
75013 Paris
Métro: line 5 Gare d'Austerlitz - Lines 1/14 Gare de Lyon - line 6 Quai de la
Gare

THE MIDTERM ELECTIONS BROUGHT RESULTS DEMOCRATS CAN BE PROUD OF! BUT WHAT’S HAPPENING WITH WOMEN’S REPRODUCTIVE AND OTHER RIGHTS?

Join the Democrats Abroad France Women’s Caucus for an in-person update on the onslaught of issues that women faced in 2022 and how they can be dealt with in 2023. Dobb’s overturned Roe, but the fight goes on.

Salli Swartz, Chair, Reproductive Justice, Global Women’s Caucus will give a summary of new strategies to protect our rights.

Join us Friday, February 10, 2023, 6-8 pm for Happy-ish Hour @ Frog Revolution

9 rue de la Bastille, 75004 (Metro Bastille and many buses).

Meet new people, reconnect with old friends and learn more about how you can get involved!

Back to the era of the coat hanger and knitting needles?  NO!

Come out and learn more about the caucus, our work in the past, and our plans for the upcoming year. 

Join the DA France Paris Chapter for our first event of 2023, and connect with your fellow Democrats as we discuss politics, the issues and our victories in the midterms over a drink or two!

The event is free, and drinks are available for purchase. We have the backroom reserved for our group.

When: Wednesday, Feb. 8th, 2022 – 18:30h to 21:30h

Where: Coq à L'Âne (28 Rue Croix des Petits Champs, 75001 Paris)

Coq à l’Âne is located in the 1er arrondissement and is accessible via Metro lines 1, 7, 14, RER A, B, and D (stations Pyramides, Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre, or Châtelet-Les Halles).

The time has come to vote for the leadership of the Diversity Caucus of Democrats Abroad France! Get involved and join our cause!

We are seeking two co-chairs, one male and one female to lead the caucus with a term ending in March 2025. If you are interested in running (or would like to nominate someone to run) for co-chair please submit your name (or theirs) and candidate statement (200 words max) by February 11th. 

All candidates must be members of Democrats Abroad and the Diversity Caucus.

The election will take place on March 11th at 1PM via Zoom (a ballot and link will be provided to those who RSVP).

Contact [email protected] with any questions.