Caucuses in the California College Democrats
What Is a Caucus?
Caucuses represent various identity-based or issue-based constituencies of CCD members and assist the Organization in targeted outreach and programming. They operate under the direct management of the Executive Board and provide a structured forum for focused advocacy within the broader CCD community.
Why Form a Caucus?
Amplify Voices: Ensure under-represented groups or issue-areas have a seat at the table.
Targeted Programming: Develop events, campaigns, and policy resolutions that speak directly to your constituency.
Structured Support: Leverage CCD’s leadership, communication channels, and resources to maximize impact.
How to Create a New Caucus
Letter of Intent: Email the CCD President and Vice President of Membership outlining your caucus’s purpose and scope.
Review & Approval: The Vice President of Membership presents your letter to the Executive Board. A two-thirds majority vote formally establishes the caucus, with the letter’s author serving as interim chair until the first election .
Leadership & Elections
Chair Election: Each caucus elects its Chair annually, following the same process as Executive Board elections (see Article III § G).
Interim Leadership: The letter’s author serves as interim Chair until the democratic election is held .
Responsibilities of Caucus Chairs
Quarterly Meetings: Host at least one caucus meeting every three months to maintain engagement.
Membership Growth: Recruit and sustain active membership within your constituency.
Semesterly Reports: Submit a report each semester to the Executive Board detailing:
Current membership roster
Meeting minutes
Upcoming plans and events
Leadership Delegation: Appoint deputies or sub-leads to support your work and share responsibilities.