Committees & Action Groups
DDC Committees
Committees are the operating system of the Dover Democrats. They help to advance the mission and values of our organization in vital ways, including:
- Boosting our capacity to get things done more effectively and efficiently
- Bringing more diverse voices to the table
- Enabling people with different skills to work together to achieve a common goal
- Providing a training ground for future leaders of our organization
Join us!
Any registered Democrat in Dover can join a committee, and your participation is truly welcomed and valued. Because we really are stronger together.
Click on any committee to learn more. If you would like to get involved, simply contact the chair of the committee that you’re interested in! Please note: the membership of the Finance & Fundraising Committee and the Operations & Technology Committee are by appointment only.
Candidate Recruitment & Campaign Committee (CCRC)
Jan Nedelka, Chair
[email protected]
The CCRC concentrates on two areas: recruiting candidates to run for office and working with them to create effective and successful campaigns.
Recruitment involves growing and maintaining a network of citizens who are interested in varying levels of activism, and helping the broader community understand the role and value of public service. Whether a registered Democrat is recruited by the committee or signs up to run for office on their own, the CRCC will contact and coordinate with all Democrats of good faith to ensure they are supported by the local party and know what resources are available to them.
Campaign support is multifaceted. It includes training and preparing candidates (whether they are first-time office seekers or incumbents) to be as effective as possible. The Dover Democrats offer canvassing training, targeted outreach strategies customized for each candidate, equitably allocated financial support, and a collection of guidelines and sample materials from past campaigns. Whether it’s help in creating well-crafted messaging in press releases or just practicing door-knocking, we help our candidates launch or run their campaigns in a focused way that optimizes their finite time and resources.
Meeting Day & Time
The CRCC meets monthly via Zoom on the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Communications Committee
Jodi Langellotti, Chair
[email protected]
This committee advances the objectives of the Dover Democratic Committee by utilizing various media channels, including social media, to establish and build trust, foster relationships, build community, and serve as a trusted source of information to help educate citizens of Dover and surrounding communities on issues, legislation, candidates, etc. The Communications Committee also promotes the Dover Democrats organization and Democratic candidate events and fundraisers.
Meeting Day & Time
The Communications Committee meets on the third Monday of each month from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Finance & Fundraising Committee
Candace Williams, Chair
[email protected]
The Finance & Fundraising Committee is responsible for developing and maintaining the Dover Democrats' budget, ensuring compliance with the Secretary of State's campaign finance reporting requirements and executing an annual fundraising strategy. Membership to this committee is by appointment only.
Meeting Day & Time
The Finance & Fundraising Committee meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month from 7-8pm.
Programs & Engagement Committee
Mark Fisher, Chair
[email protected]
The goal of the Programs & Engagement Committee is to foster and increase civic engagement among Democrats in Dover. To that end, the Committee is responsible for creating and delivering programs on topics of interest that are relevant to our work as Democrats, such as affordable housing, the environment, energy issues, civil rights, and more.
We also coordinate volunteer activities with other community organizations who share our values, allowing Dover Democrats to engage in meaningful community building work. Lastly, the Committee is determined to increase engagement between the public and their elected officials, and will host various meetings, forums, and panel discussions to facilitate that connection.
Meeting Day & Time
The Programs & Engagement Committee meets every month on the first Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00 PM.
Events Committee
Nancy Vawter, Chair
[email protected]
This is the fun committee responsible for coordinating and implementing all of the DDC’s special events throughout the year. Our primary task is to produce engaging and fun events that will bring in a larger demographic, create opportunities for discussion and, of course, a chance to raise funds to support all our local Democratic candidates.
The events we currently coordinate every year are a yard sale in June, Pub Nights every month, Michelle & Barack Gala in September, Apple Harvest Day in October, election fun in November, and a holiday party in December.
Meeting Day & Time
The Events Committee meets every month on the 2nd Monday from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Operations & Technology Committee
Robbie Warach, Chair
[email protected]
The OTC is responsible for managing the operational tasks of the Dover Democrats such as securing office space and managing the lease, maintaining the office schedule, and purchasing office supplies. The primary focus of the committee, however, is procuring and managing the technology assets used by the Dover Democrats, including email systems, communications tools, data management, and technology security.
Action Groups
All of these groups welcome new members. To learn more, simply contact the chair of the group you’re interested in.
Dover Democratic Committee’s Action Groups
Advocacy. Education. Action. That’s the focus of the Dover Democratic Committee’s (DDC) Action Groups—committed individuals who work together to address a single issue that’s of particular importance to Democratic voters. Each group engages in an array of initiatives to fulfill our organization’s mission in accordance with our values, and new members are always welcome. Below is an overview all DDC Action Groups that are currently active.
Voting Rights Action Group (VRAG)
Phil Hatcher, Chair
[email protected]
VRAG educates and advocates for policies and legislation that impact all aspects of voting rights at the local, state and federal levels. We also work to encourage voter registration, participation, and the effective administration of elections.
Meeting Day & Time
We meet at 7:00 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month, via Zoom. To learn more about the group’s activities or to join, please contact Phil Hatcher.
Non-Partisan Action Groups
Once part of the DDC, these groups have evolved into larger entities to tackle big issues that transcend party affiliation and city limits. These groups are non-partisan and open to all. The DDC remains connected to these groups, however, because they continue to share our democratic values.
NH Healthcare Action Group (NH HCAG)
Dr. James Fieseher, Chair
[email protected]
Members of the NH HCAG are both medical professionals and lay people who share an interest in healthcare and healthcare systems. Our goals are to better understand the problems and complexities of healthcare in our communities, state and country, to educate and promote awareness of various healthcare issues within the community, to support community caregivers, and to support programs that lead to better health outcomes.
Meeting Day & Time
We meet via Zoom on the second Wednesday of every month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. To learn more about this group or to join, please contact Dr. James Fieseher.