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A comprehensive overview of delta sigma theta sorority, inc., a historically black sorority founded in 1913. It delves into the sorority's history, including its founding members, key milestones, and current leadership. The document also highlights delta sigma theta's impactful programs and initiatives, such as its focus on economic development, educational advancement, and social justice advocacy. It further explores the sorority's international presence and its commitment to empowering women and communities.
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Name of Sorority ✔✔Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc
Founding information ✔✔January 13, 1913 at Howard University in Washington D.C. by 22 women.
Founders ✔✔Winona Cargile Alexander, Madree Penn White, Wertie Blackwell Weaver, Vashti Turley Murohy, Ethel Cuff Black, Frederica Chase Dodd, Osceola Macarthy Adams, Pauline Oberdorfer Minor, Edna Brown Coleman, Edith Motte YOung, Marguerite Young ALexander, Naomi Sewell Richardson, Eliza P. Shippen, Zephyr Chisom Carter, Myra Davis Hemmings, Mamie Reddy Rose, Bertha Ppitts Campbell, Florence Letcher Toms, Olive Jones, Jessie McGuire Dent, Jimmie Bugg Middleton, Ethel Carr Watson
Date Incorporated ✔✔ 1930
First Public Act ✔✔Women's Suffrage March in Washington D.C.
Current National President ✔✔Dr. Pauline C. Walker (25th)
Previous National President ✔✔Cynthia M.A. Butler-McIntyre
Locations ✔✔England, Japan, Germany, Virgin Islands, Bermuda, Bahamas, Jamaica, Republic of Korea
5 Point Programmatic Thrusts ✔✔Economic Development, Educational Development, Physical & Mental Health, Political Awareness and Involvement, International Awareness & Involvement
National Social Action Commission ✔✔- Sponsoring voter registration & voter education programs
-(International Awareness & Involvement)
-Swaziland
Delta Foundation ✔✔-Research & educational foundation on issues affecting African American women and finding solutions.
-Gives chapters grants to use for charity and educational programming
E.M.B.O.D.I ✔✔"Empowering Males to Build and Opportunities for Developing Independence"
-With help from other organization, addresses the issues African American men face through discussion and recommendations for change and action
Elementary School ✔✔An elementary school created by DST to provide Haiti with a school facility that has cleans water.
Delta Days ✔✔National Capital - Annual conference that Deltas are asked to participate in the national public policy making process.
United Nations - DST designated a Non Governmental Organization in charge of making sure the United Nations follows their rules of helping women and children.
-Allows DST to provide analysis & expertise in monitoring & implementing international agreements o issues of mutual concern.
Delta Academy ✔✔Program for young females from academic failure, low self-esteem and crippled futures. Varies by chapter how to implement the academy
Regions ✔✔7 Regions
Central
Eastern
Farwest
Midwest
South Atlantic
Southern
Southwest
Regional Founded in what year? ✔✔ 1926
8th National Convention
Linda Sewell
Elaine Smith
Germaine Thrash
Gloria Woods
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Kappa Delta Chapter Programs ✔✔Protect Your Sister Series
Umoja Program
Delta Pageant
Cafe 313
Think Before You Drink
Dress For Less Fashion Show
Kappa Delta Chapter Awards ✔✔-Chapter of the Year
-Organization of the month
-Highest NPHC GPA
-NPHC Step Show Winners
-Homecoming 2010 Step Show Winners
Why DST? ✔✔-Organization bigger than myself
-Believe in the Programming Thrusts & Principles
-Kappa Delta reputation in the organization an in class, at owrk and in the community
Your assets to DST ✔✔Planning Skills
Organization Skills
Leadership Skills
Loyalty
Dedication
Enthusiasm
Responsibility