Democratic Women of Macon County, NC

President: Anne Hyder

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WHO WE ARE

The Democratic Women of Macon County (DWMC) is a chapter of the Democratic Women of North Carolina, and is dedicated to engaging women with the work of the Democratic Party.  The DWMC works closely with the Macon County Democratic Party to elect Democrats up and down the ticket.

OUR OBJECTIVES

• To support local and state Democratic candidates who fight for policies that improve our community.

• To get women to vote, and to encourage and support women who run for office.

• To inform the Macon County community on key issues affecting quality education, healthcare, affordable housing, preservation of our library, homelessness, and drug prevention/treatment initiatives.

• To make sure women have a seat at the table and a voice in decision making within the Macon County Democratic Party and the North Carolina Democratic Party.  

• To get involved in grassroots, voter outreach, and community building activities.

OUR HISTORY

The Democratic Women of Macon County is a chapter of the Democratic Women of North Carolina which was founded in 1961. In addition to political action, we are also engaged in many Macon County charitable efforts.

Our 2025-2027 Officers are:
President:      Anne Hyder  
1st Vice President:    Lorraine Ross  
2nd Vice President:   Jamie Plant  
Recording Secretary:    Colleen Walsh

Peggy Salay: Corresponding Secretary

Treasurer:    Chris Waske

Historian:       Shirl Ches      

OUR MEETINGS

Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month and includes informative speakers and open discussions to further the goals of the DWMC. For more information on time and location, click here.

JOIN US

We encourage you to join our active organization. A $20 donation includes annual membership dues for both DWMC and the Democratic Women of North Carolina.  Join DWMC  Please see the meetings on the calendar on the home page.