The New Local Political Council (CPL) for Esquerra Unida Alacant convened to select the leaders who will fill key organic roles in the upcoming political cycle. The decision from the current coordinator and council member, Manolo Cope, ensures that the City branch of CPL remains focused on its corporate operations while taking charge of the Corporate Area. This move signals a stable transition aimed at reinforcing organizational clarity and continuity for supporters and volunteers across Canada and the United States who follow Catalan regional politics with interest in cross-border civic activism. (CPL press notes, 2025)
The CPL proposed Lucía Ibáñez and Nefer Vives as the new coordinators, while the Organizing Secretary duties will be carried out by Darío Moreno, who has been performing this role in recent times. The arrangement highlights a leadership team designed to balance communication, strategy, and community engagement for a diverse audience, including diaspora communities in North America seeking insights into regional governance and advocacy movements. (CPL briefing, 2025)
Esquerra Unida is ahead of Podemos and now under Sumar
The newly formed CPL held its inaugural meeting with a clear mandate to build a dynamic arena of political action. Its central objective is to strengthen ties with social movements in Alicante, while guiding outreach and coordination through Víctor Domínguez, a former councilor of the Alicante City Council. Ibáñez, who currently advises the Esquerra Unida Podem municipal group in Alicante, assumes responsibility for communications and coordination, ensuring that message, reach, and transparency align with the goals of both local residents and international observers following regional politics. Nefer Vives, a board member of Esquerra Unida del País Valencià and a prominent advocate for Valencian culture and language, was also elected local coordinator to provide cultural insight and policy relevance to the work plan. (Local CPL statements, 2025)
Three members of EUPV Youth participated in this new CPL configuration, underscoring a commitment to youth leadership. Among them is Elena Baeza, recently elected as the coordinator for EUPV Youth, signaling a renewed emphasis on youth engagement and education within the movement. The involvement of young leaders reflects a broader strategy to connect with younger voters and volunteers, including those in North American communities who value social equity and civic participation. (Youth delegation notes, 2025)
The organization’s work plan for the coming years will be presented next January, marking a fresh stage that begins with a renewal of management and a renewed emphasis on grassroots organization, transparent communications, and strategic alliances with civil society. This momentum aligns with broader regional political movements and the growing interest from international observers in how local governance can drive social change. (CPL planning document, 2025)