Rosen Centre Hotel
9840 International Dr.
Orlando, FL 32819
(800) 204-7234
Take back
Florida. our schools. our bodies. our economy. our environment. our democracy.
Join us from October 27-29.
Delegate registration is now closed.
Convention Location
Room Block
Block reservations have ended.
You can still view available rooms.
Parking Options
Self Parking: $28.00
Valet Parking: $38.00
Convention Agenda
Time
Friday Schedule
Room
2:00 PM
Registration & Vendor Expo Hall
Upon arrival, please first visit the Registration & Vendor Expo Hall to pick up your credentials or complete registration, and to check out our vendor tables.
Grand C
4:00 PM
Legislative Committee Meeting
Salon 10
4:00 PM
Labor Caucus Meeting
Salon 13/14
4:00 PM
AAPI – South Asian American Caucus & Caribbean Caucus Meetings
Salon 1
5:00 PM
Senior Caucus Meeting
Salon 1
5:00 PM
Congressional District Chairs Training
Salon 10
5:00 PM
Environmental Caucus Meeting
Salon 11/12
5:00 PM
Muslim Caucus Meeting
Salon 13/14
6:00 PM
Call to Action: Florida House Districts 35 & 118
Join your fellow Delegates to help some amazing candidates through phone banking and texting.
Salon 13/14
6:00 PM
Congressional District Chairs Training
This training will be about the process for Congressional District Chairs running their election for the DNC Delegate Selection Process. All Congressional District Chairs asked to attend!
Salon 10
6:00 PM
Diversity & Inclusion Committee Meeting
Salon 1
7:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Grand D
Time
Saturday Schedule
Room
8:00 AM
Registration & Vendor Expo Hall
If you did not complete registration on Friday, please first visit the Registration & Vendor Expo Hall to pick up your credentials or complete registration before General Session.
Grand C
9:00 AM
General Session
All delegates are invited to join their delegation on the Convention floor during General Session to learn about how our party is working to Take Back Florida in 2024.
Junior Ballroom
1:00 PM
Hispanic Caucus Meeting
Grand D
1:00 PM
Progressive Caucus Meeting
Grand E
1:00 PM
Veterans Caucus Meeting
Salon 1
1:00 PM
Campaign Committee: Qualifying by Petition
Join our Campaign Committee Chair to learn about all the great tools the committee has for people looking to run for office.
Salon 10
1:00 PM
Florida Data Directors Council – Turning Data Into Action (Part 1)
Salon 13/14
1:00 PM
Building Political Power Training
Unleashing the power of neighborhood organizing through our DECs and Precinct Captain structure.
Salon 11/12
2:00 PM
Public Education Caucus Meeting
Grand D
2:00 PM
Women's Club Meeting
Grand E
2:00 PM
Young Democrats Meeting
Salon 1
2:00 PM
Reach Workshop Q&A
The Reach Team will lead a Q&A session about Reach.
Salon 10
2:00 PM
Florida Data Directors Council (Part 2)
Salon 13/14
2:00 PM
Communications Media Training
The FDP Communications team will present a general session on best practices for engaging with reporters, how to prepare for an interview, tips and checklists for organizing your own press events. Spokespeople will gain the tools they need to work with the media effectively.
Salon 11/12
3:00 PM
Black Caucus Meeting
Grand E
3:00 PM
Hispanic Messaging Training
Lisa Zayas (Florida Watch) will join us to deliver a bilingual Hispanic Messaging Training session focused on the three most effective channels and messages for reaching Hispanic voters in Florida. The training will be research-based and provide an overview of challenges and opportunities for communicating with Hispanic voters.
Grand D
3:00 PM
Introduction to the FDP Youth Council
Salon 1
3:00 PM
Muslim Caucus Meeting
Salon 5
3:00 PM
Becoming a Delegate to National Convention Training
Want to be a Delegate to the 2024 National Convention in Chicago? Join us for detailed training on how you can be one of the Delegates.
Salon 10
3:00 PM
Fundraising Training
Join DCCA Chair Ione Townsend for an introduction to the principles of Fundraising with guidelines on what to do and what not to do. The training will wrap up with an interactive discussion about what works for you and sharing ideas among each other.
Salon 13/14
3:00 PM
Reach, Register, Recruit Training
Developing leaders through the ladder of engagement process and the tools we’re using to #TakeBackFL.
Salon 11/12
4:00 PM
LGBTQ+ Caucus Training
Grand E
4:00 PM
Committee on Clubs, Organizations, and Caucuses Meeting
Salon 5
4:00 PM
Jewish Caucus Meeting
Salon 1
4:00 PM
Implementation of the New State Committee Structure
Join FDP Staff and Key leaders to discuss the new State Committee Structure that will go into effect next year. Come learn about the innovative ways counties are going about these changes and get caught up on what each county needs to do moving forward. All DEC Chairs are asked to attend!
Grand D
4:00 PM
College Democrats & High School Democrats
Salon 13/14
4:00 PM
Integrated Data Systems Training
The coordinated data infrastructure we need to #TakeBackFL at the FDP, DEC, and Precinct levels to support our organizing.
Salon 11/12
4:00 PM
Disability Caucus Meeting
Salon 10
5:30 PM
Chair's Reception
Junior Ballroom Entrance
9:00 PM
After Party
Grand D
Time
Sunday Schedule
Room
8:00 AM
Prayer Breakfast
Unified Call to Action: Empowering Your Faith To Take Back Florida. The Statewide Faith-Based Leadership Coalition’s 3rd Annual Prayer Breakfast. We invite you to enjoy breakfast and join us as we take back Florida through our faith!
Salon 1
9:00 AM
State Committee Registration
Salon 3
10:30 AM
State Central Committee Meeting
Salon 3
12:00 PM
State Executive Committee Meeting
Salon 3
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can be a delegate?
All delegates must be registered Democrats in the State of Florida. Any registered Democrat may register as a delegate in the county where registered or as a member of a state Democratic caucus. You must choose either a county or caucus to be affiliated with.
All interested attendees are required to submit the filing form and filing fee available at fdpconvention.com.
How do I register?
Delegate registration will be available online on fdpconvention.com from September 5 – October 6. Delegates must complete both the filing form and the filing fee via fdpconvention.com.
Delegate positions may be limited, so those interested in attending are encouraged to register early. On-site registration during State Convention weekend October 27-29 may be limited.
I'm listed as an Automatic Delegate. Do I have to submit a filing form and fee?
All delegates — whether elected, appointed, or automatic — MUST complete the filing form and submit the non-refundable $60 registration fee. The registration fee for students is $35.
What is the on-site registration process at State Convention?
Registration will take place at State Convention to ensure all qualified delegates receive their credentials. Registered Non-Delegates should also attend registration to receive their credentials. Credentials should be worn throughout the weekend. On-site registration as a Delegate or Non-Delegate may be limited. Please pre-register when possible.
What trainings and meetings will take place at State Convention?
The training and meeting schedule will be posted to fdpconvention.com when available and is subject to change.
Where can I access the State Convention Rules & Timeline?
The State Convention Rules & Timeline can be downloaded as a PDF document here.
How much is parking for the day?
Hotel block and parking information can be found on fdpconvention.com.
How can I make an accessibility request?
To request an accommodation, or more information on facilities, please email partyaffairs@floridadems.org with subject line “Accessibility Request.”
