 This large network of support allows each group to have more influence at home and abroad, which in turn allows them to have a larger positive impact.DEMAS also act as a partner with their members in setting up and hosting debates, seminars, summits, conferences, and workshops, throughout the year many members of DEMAS such as Forum 2000 host summits or other events that are often mediated by DEMAS as well as promoted by them.Without the support that is available, many organizations may not have near the influence or effectiveness they have due to their vast support of knowledgeable organizations.