The sorority is dedicated to community service and embodies Five (5) programmatic thrusts in Education, Economic Development, International Awareness, Mental and Physical Health, and Political Awareness to implement that service. Our chapter implements programs around all of these focus areas, examples are listed below:
EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Delta Academy and Delta GEMS (Growing and Empowering Myself Successfully) - With a motto of "Catching the Dreams of Tomorrow, Preparing Young Women For the 21st Century," Delta Academy was created as a national program to help divert young females from the perils of academic failure, low self-esteem, and crippled futures. Click Here to learn more; or download the application.
- Rites of Passage - Rites of Passage is one of our chapters signature scholarship programs for young women. The Program is adopted by the ancient african tribal Rites of Passage ceremony and still holds true to it's meaning of presenting system of socialization and education that each participant (mahavavays) must master before the community sanctions the title of "woman". It includes a set of guidelines, workshops, activities, personal and group tasks, field trips, trial and rituals based upon African principles and traditions that each young lady will experience. Click Here to learn more; or download the application for participation.
- Young Leaders of Distinction and Elaine M. Diggs Scholarship Application. Click Here to download the application.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The Economic Development Committee focus is to strengthen and expand the economic influence of Deltas and others who live and work in the African-American community through education in financial planning, investment strategies, marketing, and purchase power.
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Holiday Bazaar to highlight and promote local black owned business
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Adopt-a-Business award presented during Kwanzaa Celebration
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Financial Planning Seminar for Delta Academy and Delta GEMS
INTERNATIONAL AWARENESS AND INVOLVEMENT
The International Awareness and Involvement Committee addressing social, cultural, economic and other quality of life concerns in Africa, as well as provide a vehicle for communication and learning between Africans and Americans of African descent
POLITICAL AWARENESS AND INVOLVEMENT
The Political Awareness and Involvement Committee seek to address quality of life issues and effect positive change on legislation affecting the African-American community. They also seek to open channels of dialogue with public policy makers, jurists, and legislators through participation in Delta Days at the National level as well at the State level.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH
The Physical and Mental Health Committee focuses on maintaining physical and mental fitness, and seeks to educate women about the high risk factors that impact negatively upon good mental and physical health.
- American Heart Association informing the Community on Heart and Stroke Issues
- Zumba Classes
- Participate in Sista Strut and Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Our Chapter also incorporates the focus of two commissions:
SOCIAL ACTION
The Social Action Committee has been enlisted by Grand Chapter to help mobilize the African-American family for the 21st Century. The Committee has created links with other organizations within the greater St. Louis community that share the sorority's vision of public service. They support the work of these local organizations and agencies that are active in educating and empowering African-Americans in social, economic, political and cultural issues. The Social Action Committee also provides ongoing information and updates to enhance functional knowledge of and involvement in social action issues.
ARTS AND LETTERS
The Arts and Letters Committee focus is on the development of cultural awareness and pride through the preservation of African American history and heritage. Its mission is to support artistic expression reflective of the Black Experience.