Our Mission
Two Directives
1
Micro — Local
Local Action
On the micro level, CA-SURF focuses on progressive grassroots campaigns within local municipalities within proximity to individual chapters. Chapters retain autonomy over what local candidates they support and will be provided support in their endeavors. The organization will not deal with statewide endorsements; however, we will work closely with the Progressive Caucus.
2
Macro — Statewide
Statewide Unity
On the macro-level, CA-SURF aims to establish a rapid response network of California colleges to address national crises through unified protests. The campus ICE protests, while impressive in turnout, were not centralized. Our goal is to lower the barrier of entry for political involvement to create widespread unity amongst California's youth.
Join the Network
Founding a Chapter
Next Steps
01
Reach Out to Leadership
Reach out to us on Instagram at @casurf_ to connect with the Director or Chapter Coordinator.
02
Form an Executive Board
Reach out to like-minded individuals at your college. If interested, our central org will be happy to assist.
03
Research Local Policy & Candidates
Select one or two goals — whether candidates or local policy measures — and focus on those.
What We've Done

Confirmed chapter creations at UC Davis, UC Santa Cruz, Pepperdine, UCLA, UC Berkeley, Cal State Fullerton and De Anza College.

In active talks with UC Santa Barbara, UC San Diego, San Diego State, Sacramento State, and CSU Maritime.

Doubling up is welcome — if your campus is on this list and you're interested, reach out anyway.