Recognizing the 112th Anniversary of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.

Summary

Expresses recognition and commends Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated for its history, mission, programs, and civic engagement. The resolution notes the sorority’s founding by 22 Howard University students in 1913, lists its founders, describes its membership and international chapters, highlights signature programs and UN consultative status, and praises notable members and leaders for their public service.

• Formally recognizes and commends Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for its founding, mission, programs, and public service.
• Records the sorority’s founding date and lists the 22 founding members from Howard University.
• Describes the organization’s scale: ~350,000 members and over 1,050 chapters worldwide.
• Affirms the Five-Point Program Thrust: economic, educational, international, health, and political engagement.
• Highlights signature initiatives such as Financial Fortitude, the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy, and an international mission hospital in Kenya.
• Notes the sorority’s NGO consultative status at the UN and its civic engagement events in Washington and at the UN.
• Commends notable past members and leaders for their civic and public service contributions.
• The resolution is ceremonial and nonbinding with no direct budgetary or regulatory impact.