"In the tapestry of democracy, every thread counts, weaving together a fabric of justice, equality and freedom." – Barack Obama
The Coronado Democratic Club
What we do
We Defend
Democracy
Join one of the largest Democratic clubs in San Diego County with over 250 members and growing! We offer honest engagement and informative programs throughout the year. Our many social events foster a stronger, more inclusive community, and through forums, panels, speakers, and local candidate endorsements we support our democratic policies and values. Our volunteers reach out into our community and beyond to effect change and community engagement. Renew Your Membership. Join the Club or Donate >>
Attend Our April 3rd Meeting!
Events & Meetings
Coronado Democratic Club General Meeting
Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
Time: Social begins at 6:00 pm. Meeting: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Location: Winn Room, Coronado Public Library, 640 Orange Ave.
Program: Join us to hear Arcela Nunez-Alvarez speak on the “Latest on Immigration and its Impact on Border Communities”.
ABOUT OUR SPEAKER: Arcela Nuñez is a Latina immigrant who came from Mexico and settled in San Marcos, California, when she was 12 years old. She was raised by a single mom who worked tirelessly in sewing factories earning minimum wage to afford necessities. The family faced extraordinary hardship but were wrapped with generosity by many caring individuals and organizations who helped the family start a new life. She was the first in her family to go to college. She attended UCLA and California State University San Marcos to pursue her bachelor’s degree and Masters/Ph.D. degrees in history and political science at the University of Minnesota. Inspired by the great educator Paulo Freire, she became a maestra del pueblo (educator), teaching for liberation. With a group of community educators, she co-founded Universidad Popular, a revolutionary education organization cultivating leadership, freedom, health, wisdom, and dignity. Through teaching, she nurtures democracy, empowering ordinary people to own their voice and use their power to shape their immediate community and society. She began her teaching and community organizing journey in high school when she joined MEChA, a Chicanx student organization dedicated to promoting precious ancestral knowledge, community service and civic participation, core values that continue to guide her life to this day.
How to Discuss Politics
Watch the video of this engaging program presented at the January 13, 2024, General Meeting of the Coronado Democratic Club. Marc Meyer, Director of Operations for the National Conflict Resolution Center was the presenter. His enthusiasm and eagerness to share his knowledge with the packed audience provided an inspiring and entertaining 45 minutes. (PDF of Slides)
Coronado High School (CHS) Malala Yousafzai
Scholarship Fund
We are Taking Applications NOW
for $500 CHS Scholarship!
We’re excited to announce our annual scholarship for graduating seniors at Coronado High School. We are taking applications. Please complete the application Linked below and submit to: [email protected]
2025 Scholarship Application
DEADLINE: Midnight April 15, 2025
The purpose of the scholarship is to support a Coronado High School senior who best models Malala Yousafzai.
At the age of 12, Malala was writing a blog about her life under the Taliban using a pseudonym. Because of her activism, she was shot in the head by a terrorist as she left school. Her attack sparked international outrage and support. For subsequent extensive and extraordinary work, she became the youngest-ever Nobel Laureate at age 17 for the Nobel Peace Prize. Read more about Malala…
Sharia’s Closet Toiletries Drive
By Elizabeth Paganelli
Sharia’s Closet provides free, emergency clothing to those experiencing financial hardship or crisis. We help children attend school with confidence and provide teens or adults with professional attire for interviews or the workplace. We empower members of our community in need by promoting self-esteem and self-identity.
Help support our Toiletries Drive! Bring these to our April 3 General Meeting! If you’re not coming to the meeting, please deliver donations to 142 H Avenue by April 3rd.
What We Need Most: Shampoo, Bar Soap, Body Wash, Deodorant, Razors, Toothpaste, and Toothbrushes, Travel size or Regular
For more information on Sharia’s Closet visit: https://www.shariascloset.org/
Take Action is an outgrowth of Swing Left and their letter writing campaigns! Ready to take to the streets? Visit the website:
Their Protest Calendar identifies what protests are happening and where. Find out how corporations distribute their political donations and more!
Alliance San Diego:
Mobilizing for Change
The Alliance provides many critical services to protect the civil rights and social justice of community members. These include immigration services, legal support, and voting rights. Visit the website to find information and resources on these issues.
Perspectives
By Brad Willis
We are excited to provide you with “Perspectives” by member, Brad Willis. Brad has been uncovering issues in our community and country in his Substack series:
https://bradwillis.substack.com/
His is research is insightful, sobering, yet essential to keep us current in affairs that matter most to us all.
His recent article, “America Wages Shock and Awe Against America”:
https://bradwillis.substack.com/p/america-wages-shock-and-awe-against identifies a military strategy previously used by the U.S. against its enemies and now is being turned on us. We believe it is a crucial read to understand our “shock” and provides options to take back control of our shared humanity. You will find many valuable articles on the site and encourage you to subscribe to the blog and share it with like-minded friends.
Brad is an author and retired network news foreign correspondent who has worked in Afghanistan, Iraq, Africa, Latin America and Asia. He has received national and international awards for compassionate journalism and for his war coverage. Brad is a longtime Coronado resident who has also served as Commissioner of Public Art for the City of Coronado.
Continue the Dream of Martin Luther King
Civil Rights, Nonviolence, Activism
Visit Links Below for Actions Of Interest!
Stay actively involved in our community by learning what’s going on in our city and school district. Check out the dates and agendas of coming meetings (see links above)
Get Involved
Ways to make a difference
Thank you so much for taking the first step to action and getting involved. Our Club has myriad offerings, and we are always looking for members who can help us advance our objectives. In addition to becoming active in Club events, you can help us by disseminating our message to friends in the community and elsewhere.
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