2026-0019
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Proclamation: "Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated Founders Day"
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P R O C L A M A T I O N
WHEREAS, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, is a historically Black sorority founded on January 13, 1913, by 22 visionary college-educated women at Howard University in Washington D.C., with a steadfast dedication to public service and a focus on programs that uplift and support the Black community; and,
WHEREAS, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated has clearly distinguished itself as a public service organization that boldly confronts the challenges of African Americans and, hence, all Americans; and,
WHEREAS, the sorority has grown to include more than 350,000 members across 1,000+ chapters worldwide; and,
WHEREAS, the River Parishes Alumnae Chapter (RPAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, serves the communities of St. James, St. John the Baptist, and St. Charles Parishes; and,
WHEREAS, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated implements impactful initiatives focusing on Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement; and,
WHEREAS, through their unwavering commitment to Sisterhood, Scholarship, and Service, RPAC has been instrumental in advancing the well-being of local citizens by offering impactful programs and initiatives that address key needs and foster positive change; and,
WHEREAS, RPAC's programs include hosting annual scholarship awards for high school students, supporting STEM education and financial literacy initiatives, organizing community resource fairs and facilitating voter registration drives and civic engagement activities; and,
WHEREAS, RPAC is also dedicated to health equity by consistently raising awareness about critical issues such as breast cancer prevention, diabetes prevention, AIDs/HIV, mental health, and healthy living; and,
WHEREAS, RPAC is committed to international service as well throug...
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