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The Milwaukee Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has established itself as a premier public service organization that focuses on the problems that affect African AmericTans. The Milwaukee Alumnae Chapter designed its programs from the national model, The Five Point Program Thrust, established by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. The program addresses many areas which are focused on strengthening African American life and the African American family.
The FIVE POINT PROGRAM THRUST consists of Mental and Physical Health, Educational Development, Economic Development, International Awareness and Involvement, and Political Awareness and Involvement. Listed below are the specific programs that Milwaukee Alumnae has developed and implemented in each area.
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH
Women's Day Gathering of Women The International Day of Service Blood Pressure Screenings Health Fairs
EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy Delta's Young Readers Self Awareness and Self Esteem (SASE) Science and Everyday Experiences (SEE) College Fair Delta Memorial Endowment Fund, Inc. (DMEF)
*Delta Memorial Endowment Fund Scholarship Application
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Financial Planning Workshops Business of the Month
INTERNATIONAL AWARENESS AND INVOLVEMENT
Dental Hygiene project for African children Books and Supplies project for schools in Africa Project to provide cement to build schools in Africa MAAMA Project Tsunami Disaster Relief Effort Hurricane Relief Fund
POLITICAL AWARENESS AND INVOLVEMENT
Public Policy and Legislation awareness both locally and nationally Delta Days at the Nation's Capitol Delta Days at the State Capitol Delta Days at Milwaukee City Hall Voter Education and Registration Candidate Forums Political Advocacy
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