How to join

1
Become a DSA member

Sign up through national DSA and select the Rio Grande Valley chapter. Dues are sliding-scale — pay what you can, and no one is turned away for lack of funds.

Join at dsausa.org →
2
Come to RGV-DSA 101

Our intro session for new and curious folks — what democratic socialism means, what our chapter is working on, and how to plug in. Offered virtually and in person, multiple times a month. You don’t have to be a member yet to attend.

Find a session →
3
Get onboarded & plug in

After 101, we’ll add you to our WhatsApp and match you with a committee that fits your interests and capacity — whether that’s an hour a month or a night a week.

Browse committees ↓

Committees

Committees are where the work happens. Each one meets regularly and welcomes new members — reach out through the WhatsApp or at any general meeting.

Political Education

Reading groups, night school, and workshops that build our shared analysis.

Mutual Aid

Meeting our neighbors' immediate needs while organizing for lasting change.

Labor

Supporting workers organizing on the job across the Valley.

Communications

Social media, design, and this website — telling the chapter's story.

Electoral

Backing candidates and ballot measures that fight for working people.

Membership & Onboarding

Welcoming new members and making sure no one falls through the cracks.

Communication channels

WhatsApp Our main channel — members receive an invite during onboarding
Members only
Instagram — @dsa_rgv Events, actions, and updates for everyone
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Email Questions, press, and anything else
Write us

Common questions