Programs
Since its founding in 1913, Delta Sigma Theta has clearly distinguished itself as a public service organization that boldly confronts the challenges of African Americans and, hence, all Americans. Over the years, a wide range of programs addressing education, health, international development, and strengthening of the African American family have evolved. To fulfill its mission, Delta Sigma Theta offers a wide range of public service initiatives through its Five-Point Programmatic Thrust:
1. DENVER ALUMNAE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT:
- Denver Area Black-Owned Restaurants, Eateries, etc.
- Supporting Black Business Initiative
- Local Black Arts Highlights
- Savings & Estate Planning Workshops
- Financial Fortitude
2. DENVER ALUMNAE EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
For Denver-area Black young women high school graduates, graduating high school seniors, or those who have earned a GED
- Youth Enrichment Programs
- Delta Academy, Girls ages 11-14
- Delta G.E.M.S., Girls ages 14-18
- E.M.B.O.D.I., Boys ages 11-18
3. DENVER ALUMNAE INTERNATIONAL AWARENESS AND INVOLVEMENT:
- Human Trafficking Prevention Month, January
- Human Trafficking Awareness Day, January 11
- International Women’s Day
- I Can Fly International
- International Day of the Girl Child, October 11
- World AIDS Day, December 1
4. DENVER ALUMNAE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH:
- Impact Day
- End Period Poverty Initiative
- Black Hair Health
- Charitable Partners
- Mental Health Lunch & Learn Webinars
- Denver NAMI Walks
- Breast Cancer Awareness
- Go RED Day
5. DENVER ALUMNAE POLITICAL AWARENESS AND INVOLVEMENT:
- Social Action
- Voter Registration & Verification
- Power of the Black Woman Summit
- Local Candidate Forums
- Delta Days in the Nation’s Capital
- Delta Days at the United Nations
