Why Launch a CCD Chapter?

Starting a California College Democrats (CCD) chapter on your campus is more than just forming another student organization, it’s about empowering your peers and influencing policy where it matters most.

Amplify Student Voices on Critical Issues

From campus housing conditions and mental-health services to climate action and tuition policy, students face unique challenges. A CCD chapter creates a collective platform so your concerns are heard by university administrators, local elected officials, and party leaders.

Develop Real-World Leadership Skills

Serving as an officer or committee chair equips you with hands-on experience in event planning, budgeting, communications, and coalition building, skills transferrable to any career path.

Shape Local and State Policy

CCD chapters routinely submit resolutions and platform planks to the California Democratic Party (CADEM) and the California Young Democrats (CYD). As a standing caucus of CYD and a chartered organization of CDP, CCD ensures student priorities feed directly into state party platforms .

Access Exclusive Resources & Networking

Once chartered, your chapter gains eligibility for mini-grants, training workshops, and statewide leadership retreats, plus a built-in network of fellow CCD chapters across California.