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To recognize, and congratulate Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Columbus, Ohio Alumnae Chapter, Deborah R. Pickens, President upon the occasion of Spirited Sisters…Taking it 2 the Streets
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WHEREAS, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was founded on January 13, 1913 by 22 collegiate women at Howard University to promote academic excellence and provide assistance to those in need; and
WHEREAS, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. is a private, not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to provide assistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout the world; and
WHEREAS, Since its founding more than 200,000 women have joined the organization. The organization is a sisterhood of predominantly Black, college educated women. The sorority currently has 1,000 collegiate and alumnae chapters located, around the globe; and
WHEREAS, the “Spirited Sisters… Taking it 2 The Streets! A Spiritual Journey program addresses physical and mental health challenges among women; and
WHEREAS, this spiritual ministry and mentorship opportunity engaged 129 women, a great many of whom are currently in Alvis and Amethyst programs; and
WHEREAS, the hundreds of thousands of Delta Sigma Theta members and alumnae around the world are a powerful force for justice and advancement, and the testament to the heart felt display of Columbus, Ohio Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.’s commitment to community, to service, mentorship, and holistic healing that exists within our taking it to the street’s program; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That we hereby recognize, and congratulate Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Columbus, Ohio Alumnae Chapter, Deborah R. Pickens, President upon the occasion of Spirited Sisters…Taking it 2 the Streets