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Members of these clubs are interested in political issues and are active in endorsing candidates for public office and in their political campaigns. Some clubs are oriented toward specific issues or groups; others draw members from certain geographic areas. Most clubs meet once a month and publish a monthly newsletter. Below is a list of active clubs chartered by the Santa Clara County Democratic Central Committee, their orientations, and contacts. Call the President\/Chair for specific information about meetings, membership, dues, and activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information about which club is right for you, contact our Outreach Director at clubs AT sccdp.org.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A summary of requirements for chartering a Club is at THIS LINK<\/a><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Club logos are available at THIS LINK<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A chart of Club characteristics is available at THIS LINK<\/span><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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All Clubs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Club<\/strong><\/td>Main Contact<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Afro Umoja Political Representation in Silicon Valley (AFRO-UPRIS)<\/strong>
OUR MISSION: Harvest and nurture the already activated grass roots Afro leadership and cultivate the political voice and power of the Black community in the Silicon Valley. Through unity and empowerment we aim to support our community to grow it\u2019s next generation of Political leaders, stimulate political awareness and political action within the Black community; while advocating for African-Americans’ priorities to shape the agenda of Government and the Democratic Party.<\/td>		Tomara Hall
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
afro-upris AT sccdp.org
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Assyrian Democrats of the Bay Area (ADBA)<\/strong>
As Assyrian Americans, ADBA will provide a forum to help set a progressive agenda that would benefit our community at large. Our mission is summarized as follows: <\/span>
  • Promote progressive values such as democracy, equality, and social and racial justice through education, participation and advocacy. <\/span><\/li>
  • Empower Assyrian American political voices <\/span><\/li>
  • Advance and protect the interest of Assyrian Americans Inspire and promote grassroots participation in the political and election process and voter registration drives <\/span><\/li>
  • Assist Assyrian American Democrats who seek local political positions, statewide and nationally <\/span><\/li>
  • Provide a vehicle through which members can participate at all levels of the Democratic Party <\/span><\/li>
  • Provide a forum for communicating progressive ideas in the Assyrian community.<\/li><\/ul><\/td>
Tony Khoshaba
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
assyriandemocrats AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Avalanche Democratic Club<\/strong>
The Avalanche Democratic Club of Silicon Valley was founded as a conduit of communication between Orchard City Indivisible and the Santa Clara County Democratic Party. We support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America and believe all people have the Right to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.<\/td>		Rick Umstattd
Club Facebook<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
avalanche AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Bay Area Hindu Democratic Coalition<\/strong>
Purpose of BAHDC is:
  • To foster Democratic Ideals by educating Hindu American voters about the Democratic party platform and creating a activist voter base geared towards getting Democratic party candidates elected<\/li>
  • To advocate for the support of Democratic party candidates among the Hindu American community<\/li>
  • To promote participation and representation of our members in the political process in California.<\/li><\/ul><\/td>
Lakshmi Sharma
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
bahdc AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Bay Area Iranian American Democrats<\/strong>
Helping Iranian Americans become active in the Democratic Party.<\/td>		Mariam Ghazvini
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
baiad AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
D10 Democrats of Santa Clara County<\/strong>
A group of committed Democrats who live in San Jose\u2019s Council District 10.<\/td>		Terri O\u2019Neill
Club Facebook<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
d10dems AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Dean Democratic Club of Silicon Valley<\/strong>
The Dean Democratic Club of Silicon Valley is an alliance in Silicon Valley, California dedicated to the issues brought forth by Gov. Howard Dean, M.D., his cause and his message of progressive, positive change.<\/td>		John Comiskey
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
deanclub AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Democratic 21st Century Club<\/strong>
Founded more than 50 years ago, the D21stCC is the longest-standing Democratic club in Santa Clara County. Our mission is to support local Democratic candidates and causes and cultivate the next generation of Democratic leaders. To that end, we provide a unique venue for Democrats from all walks of life to come together, listen, learn, and increase our unity.<\/td>		Craig Dunkerley
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
demcenturyclub AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Democratic Activists for Women Now (DAWN<\/strong>)<\/strong>
DAWN is a grassroots democratic organization working to elect progressive, pro-choice women.<\/td>		Helen Chapman
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
dawn AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Democratic Club at the Villages<\/strong>
This club limits its membership to Democrats living in the Villages complex in the Evergreen area of San Jose.<\/td>		Tony Berg
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
villages AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Democratic Club of Sunnyvale<\/strong>
A club for residents of the city of Sunnyvale. We are an active and welcoming group that promotes progressive, Democratic values and positions. Come join our activities such as precinct walking, movie night socials and other fun (and serious) events to build the Democratic political community in Sunnyvale.<\/td>		Mike Serrone
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
sunnyvale AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Democrats for Palestinian Rights Bay Area<\/strong>
The purpose of DPR-BA is to promote an equitable and just future for Palestinians through US domestic and foreign policy.

The DPR-BA will organize activities that promote leadership in political activities for Palestinians and allies, educate the community on relevant issue, political processes and issues of importance of the local Palestinian community and the Democratic Party, promote Palestinian-Americans and allies to office locally, statewide and nationally, and provide a vehicle through which its members may actively participate at all levels of the Democratic Party.<\/td>		Dina Saba
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
dpr AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Democrats for Public Education<\/strong>
Our goal: educating, supporting, activating, and growing a pro-public education community of Santa Clara County Democrats.<\/td>		Ava Chiao
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
democratsforpubliced AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
East San Jose Democrats<\/strong>
The purpose of the ESJD is to promote and influence the aims of the East San Jos\u00e9 community within the Democratic Party; to promote leadership in political activities for East San Jos\u00e9 residents; to educate the East San Jos\u00e9 community on the political process and the issues of importance to the East San Jos\u00e9 community and the Democratic Party; to assist in the selection and election of East San Jos\u00e9 Democrats to office locally, statewide and nationally and to support candidates who have strong records in the positive advancement of East San Jos\u00e9 issues; and to provide a vehicle through which its members may more actively participate at all levels of the Democratic Party.<\/td>
Andres Quintero
Club Facebook<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
eastsanjose AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
East Valley Democratic Club<\/strong>
The Milpitas Democratic Club was founded by Deepka Lalwani and served our community well in giving our voice to the Democratic in Milpitas. Times have changed and it\u2019s now time to build a partnership and expand our club, build a partnership with our neighbors and expand our voice to all of East Side.

The new East Valley Democratic Club is a community of Democratic activists stretching from Milpitas to Berryessa, Alum Rock, Mt Pleasant, and Evergreen in Eastside San Jose as well as the County neighborhoods on East Foothills and Mt Hamilton Road. This is a inclusive community of Democratic’s who wants to give a voice to our communities and create a place where everyone feels welcomed.

We are inviting you to join us and help us create a strong partnership to fight for our communities.<\/td>		Marsha Grilli
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
evdc AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Jewish Democratic Coalition of the Bay Area<\/strong>
JDCBA’s Purpose: <\/span>
  • To foster democratic ideas by stimulating active interest in the Democratic Party, to support the party platform, contribute to party leadership and responsibility, to provide a constructive role for volunteers in Democratic politics, and to promote an activist base <\/span><\/li>
  • To advocate for the values of the Jewish community including Tikkun Olam, social equality, justice, and the defense of a democratic, inclusive, secure Israel within the Democratic Party and its constituent parts <\/span><\/li>
  • To advocate for the election of Democratic candidates who support the Jewish and Pro-Israel community. <\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td>
Dorene Kastelman
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
jdcba AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Muslim Democrats and Friends of Santa Clara County<\/strong>
We stand for protecting the rights and interests of Muslim-Americans by empowering the Muslim-American Democrat political voice. We seek to promote progressive values such as social justice, equity, and inclusion, through education, political participation, public and political advocacy, and grassroots activism.<\/td>		Sameena Usman
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
mdfscc AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Peninsula Democratic Coalition<\/strong>
The largest club in the county, this organization draws its membership from across the peninsula area, both in Santa Clara County and San Mateo County. This club plays a critical role in voter registration, voter education, precinct organization and operating the north county Democratic election headquarters.<\/td>		Cari Templeton
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
pdc AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Silicon Valley Asian Pacific American Democratic Club<\/strong>
SVAPADC was founded in 1996 to foster member participation AT all levels of the Democratic Party. Our goals are to unify and empower the Asian Pacific American (APA) communities; ensure fair representation of the APA\u2019s interests; and educate and promote political participation.<\/td>		Chris Ratana
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
apa AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Silicon Valley Democratic Club<\/strong>
A very active issue oriented club that features prominent elected officials and experts in various fields as speakers at monthly meetings. The club holds candidate forums and endorses Democrats for election in significant races. More information about the club is available at its website.<\/td>		Sousan Manteghi
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
siliconvalley AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Silicon Valley Working Blue Democratic Club<\/strong>
The Working Blue Democratic Club\u2019s mission is to advocate for working families, promote social and economic justice and build consensus among Democratic and Labor activists.<\/td>		Forest Peterson
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
workingblue AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
Silicon Valley Young Democrats<\/strong>
SVYD serves Democrats under 36 years old from throughout the Silicon Valley. We provide networking, social, and personal growth opportunities for young people dedicated to progressive ideals.<\/td>		Erik Poicon
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
svyd AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
South Asian American Democratic Coalition of Silicon Valley<\/strong>
The South Asian American Democratic Coalition of Silicon Valley was established:
  • To increase civic engagement and political participation in South Asian communities.<\/li>
  • To educate the South Asian communities on the critical issues of importance to the community.<\/li>
  • To provide opportunities for members to participate at all levels of the Democratic Party.<\/li>
  • To assist in the election of Democratic candidates that are in alignment with the South Asian American Community values.<\/li><\/ul><\/td>
 Kalvin Gill
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
saadcsv AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
South Bay Democratic Coalition<\/strong>
Our purpose is: 
  • To participate in the Democratic Party, to cooperate and communicate with other Democratic Associations, Committees and Clubs, to assist Democratic functions in Santa Clara County, and to perform such other activities as the membership may decide. <\/li>
  • To provide a speaker\u2019s forum for the education of members and others on current issues and allow Democratic candidates to present their stands on issues concerning the office they are seeking.<\/li><\/ul><\/td>
Richard Stoken
Club Website<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
southbay AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
South Bay Movimiento Democratic Coalition<\/strong>
We are a group of Progressive Democrats that work within the Latino and underrepresented communities.<\/td>		Olivia Navarro
Club Facebook<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
movimiento AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr>
South County Democratic Club<\/strong>
A geographic oriented Club, representing the South County Morgan Hill-Gilroy area.<\/td>		Joanne Fierro
Club Facebook<\/a>
Bylaws<\/a>
southcounty AT sccdp.org<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

California Democratic Council<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The CDC is the official statewide organization of grassroots Democratic clubs in California. CDC membership is open to any Democratic Club affiliated with its County Central Committee. AD Committees and Democratic Central Committees are also eligible to send representatives. A bottom-up organization, CDC policy is determined by vote of its delegates to its open Annual Convention and State Board meetings. Members of CDC-affiliated clubs may join statewide e-mail discussion groups and are also invited to lobby the State Legislature during our annual Lobby Day. Visit the CDC website at http:\/\/caldc.org<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

California Young Democrats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

CYD is the official statewide organization of Young Democrats clubs throughout California, representing Democrats between the ages of 14 and 35. The organization also includes all the college Democrat clubs as well. Check out their statewide website at  https:\/\/cayoungdems.com<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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