Launching New Dimensions of Service

Since 1908, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® has implemented programs of service impacting countless lives.

The 2014-2018 International Program will focus on Launching New Dimensions of Service℠. Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, through its 290,000 members and 1,005 chapters, will have an opportunity to address community needs with programs in five target areas:

1. Educational Enrichment
2. Health Promotion
3. Family Strengthening
4. Environmental Ownership
5. Global Impact

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority will expand its community presence as a result of these initiatives, which include International Community Impact Days and our signature enrichment program, ASCEND Youth Enrichment Program℠ (hereafter referred to as ASCEND℠).

Community Impact Days

Alpha Kappa Alpha members will implement International Community Service Days annually to highlight the organization’s collective impact in program target areas:

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service (January)

Pink Goes Red for Heart Health Day (February)

1908 Playgrounds Mobilization Day (May)

The Longest Day™ Alzheimer’s Support Activities (June)

Mental Health Awareness Day (July)

Childhood Hunger Awareness Day (October)