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Cleveland, OH - The Sorors of the Great Great Lakes had the opportunity to attend an informative workshop on technology, headed by Soror Nikoji Smith on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio We were encouraged to take our chapters to greater heights utilizing technology best practices from across the Sorority We also learned about the latest cyber security protocols The Fonteva system was introduced, which will enhance the operations of the organization A few of the recommended platforms for websites are Wordpress, GoDaddy, Wix and Squarespace The platform many chapters around the region seemed to prefer was Wild Apricot When setting up your website, make sure the acceptable documentation guidelines are used: order of logos, proper Shield, and a link back to the corporate and regional websites Keep the site up-todate with the current International President and Regional Director

Cleveland, OH - For those of us who registered for the Conflict Resolution Workshop, we were in for a treat! The workshop was hosted by the dynamic First Supreme Anti-Basileus Soror Charletta Wilson Jacks on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio!

“We cannot go through this life without having conflict” Therefore, we must employ effective communication techniques Sometimes, it takes a hard conversation-one to one That conversation is for your peace, not always for the other person The pathway of conflict begins with discomfort It progresses to incident, then misunderstanding Then tension is felt between the two parties The final step is crisis which is where no one wants to be Prior to reaching that crisis stage, we can choose three ways to handle the situation: Ignore, Resolve, or Prevent Of the three, resolution is what we would like to pursue

Recognizing traditional holiday food baskets, which require preparation and cooking, may not be practical, the committee chose to purchase healthy, well-balanced hot holiday meals from Boston Market On the designated day sorors divided into groups caroling to the sorors’ homes to deliver the meals, sing, dance and reminisce The Community Outreach Committee, chaired by Sorors Natasha Howard Cooper and Miranda Smith, continues innovating community outreach Sorors packed 10,690 pounds of food over two days at the Cleveland FoodBank during the pandemic, provided community Thanksgiving baskets and helped stock a community closet with feminine hygiene products provided at no cost to the community The committee also held its annual #NOTME workshop for adolescents and their parents to facilitate meaningful dialogue and education on human trafficking, sexting, reproduction, mental health and healthy relationships led by community subject-matter experts

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Springdale, OH- Phi Psi Omega celebrated our 21st Charter Day at Mango’s Tropical Oasis (a black owned business) on Thursday, January 5th, 2023 At 7:08pm, our new Basileus, Soror Lisa Marchand brought greetings and thanked line sisters, Soror Michelle Bush and Soror Alicia Lewis for executing a great plan Charter members

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Lewis reminisced on the genesis of Phi Psi Omega and how in 2002, 34 charter sorors have now blossomed into 265 sorors Phi Psi Omega is so grateful for the growth that allows the chapter to have a broader outreach in the community It was a great fellowship with small plate appetizer and a beautiful cake It was a fantastic way to begin the new year and Phi Psi Omega looks forward to SOARing to Greater Heights of Service and Sisterhood as we continue to serve the Forest Park, OH! Cheers To 21 Years!

Columbus, OH – On Saturday, January 14, 2023, Psi Eta Omega Chapter invited the community to a “Hats & Afternoon Tea” to celebrate Alpha Kappa Alpha’s 115 th Founders’ Day Chapter members and guests gathered in their best hats for afternoon tea, beautiful music and an inspiring message from former Directorate member and Psi Eta Omega charter member Soror Olympia Della Flora As she reflected on the vision of our great founders, attendees were encouraged to embrace the chapter’s 2023 theme: “Soaring to ACTION: Affecting our Communities Through Innovation, Outreach and Networking”

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Wilberforce, OH – The brunch celebration on December 17, 2022, included an overview of the chapter’s beginnings, a video of soror accomplishments, and a salute to forty-four sorors who have attained Jewel status Under the leadership of Lottie Pearl Mitchell, 3rd International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Rho Omega was chartered December 17, 1924, becoming the 14th Graduate Chapter of the sorority Its five chartering members, Sorors Carlynne Payne, Lenora Carrington Lane, Elizanne Robinson, Marcella Wallace Martin, and Mabel Warrick Moore, were employed by Wilberforce University or lived in the Wilberforce, Ohio community The celebration was attended by 36 sorors (29 active and 7 inactive) which included three Pearl and four Golden sorors Rho Omega recognized its Jewels with a keepsake for their years of supporting community programs in education, economics, health, the environment, and social justice

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Akron, OH - Our "AKA Service Day We are One" was observed during the annual Dr Martin Luther King, Jr (MLK) Day of Service on January 16, 2023 Members of Zeta Theta Omega Chapter in Akron and Delta Pi Chapter at the University of Akron collaborated with Operation Gratitude in a handwritten letter-writing campaign AKA members thanked and honored the service of military personnel, veterans, deployed troops, and first responders who unselfishly sacrifice and serve daily

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Akron, OH - On Saturday, December 17, 2022, Zeta Theta Omega’s Sisterly Relations committee asked Sorors to put their sewing skills to good use Members met after their chapter meeting to create blankets The blankets were hand sewn and donated to the residents at Bath Manor Special Care Centre This facility provides short-term care, long-term care, hospice care, and many other senior care services This gathering of Sorors and the gifting of the blankets served as a reminder of how committed we are to our local community

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Pittsburgh, PA- Alpha Alpha Omega sorors gathered together for the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® “We Are One” Day of Service Project Led by our First Anti-Basileus, Soror Rhonda Fleming, and Second Anti-Basileus, Soror Peggy Harris, AAO members came together to take care of our sorors in need Cards and special self-care baskets were created for members of AAO who haven’t been feeling well, or had been hospitalized AAO wanted to make sure those sorors felt loved and appreciated Each card and basket was specially decorated and personalized, and delivered to the soror in need AAO holds true that “there is no other like our sisterhood, Alpha Kappa Alpha”

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Wilberforce, OH – The brunch celebration on December 17, 2022, included an overview of the chapter’s beginnings, a video of soror accomplishments, and a salute to forty-four sorors who have attained Jewel status Under the leadership of Lottie Pearl Mitchell, 3rd International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Rho Omega was chartered December 17, 1924, becoming the 14th Graduate Chapter of the sorority Its five chartering members, Sorors Carlynne Payne, Lenora Carrington Lane, Elizanne Robinson, Marcella Wallace Martin, and Mabel Warrick Moore, were employed by Wilberforce University or lived in the Wilberforce, Ohio community The celebration was attended by 36 sorors (29 active and 7 inactive) which included three Pearl and four Golden sorors Rho Omega recognized its Jewels with a keepsake for their years of supporting community programs in education, economics, health, the environment, and social justice

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Akron, OH - Zeta Theta Omega Chapter members and special guests welcomed the New Year in style at the 2022 New Year's Eve Masquerade Gala held at Akron's LaPlace Event & Banquet Hall It was a party with a purpose, as the proceeds will be donated to support HBCUs In addition, the 50/50 raffle winner donated his winnings to support the most extensive fundraising campaign in ZTΩ’s history – establishing a plaza dedicated to American abolitionist Sojourner Truth Guests enjoyed delicious appetizers and dinner Entertainment included music by the Unit Band, a comedy show during dinner with Mr John Bruton, and DJ Shonny Mac kept guests on their feet dancing the night away The committee, led by co-chairmen Lannetta Knotts, and Renishia Houchins, put together a beautiful event to end 2022!

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Canton, OH - Alpha Beta Beta Omega Chapter, Canton, Ohio celebrated its 1-year anniversary with a Gala held on December 9, 2022 Sorors from across the region attended, including Soror Carrie J Clark, International Regional Director and Soror Linda Hamlet, International Standards Committee Great Lakes Committee cochairm to Clark a p to becom hio Althou not attend 50 guests

Pittsburgh, PA- On Monday, January 16th, 2023, Alpha Alpha Omega Chapter partnered with the Alpha Omicron Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated to host the Dr Martin Luther King, Jr Unity Brunch This Unity Brunch is held annually to honor the life and legacy of Dr Martin Luther King, Jr This year, the AAO MLK Literary Expressions contest was open to students in grades 6-12 with awards ranging from $100-$250. For this essay, students were asked to: Describe an inequality, social injustice, or human rights issue you would like to solve as it relates to one's "Dignity, worth, and somebodiness: What is your life's blueprint?" The members of Alpha Phi Alpha presented students with scholarships as well

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Toledo, OH - Zeta Alpha Omega, Alpha Lambda, and Iota Iota Chapters celebrated the 115th Founders’ Day by acknowledging women from the community who serve in areas that align with our international program initiatives Black Girls Rock in Exemplary Service was held on Saturday, February 18, 2023, with a celebratory lunch and awards ceremony of eight esteemed women who were awarded one of eight awards of their contribution of service to the community Golden Soror, Elinor Williams-Allen was the recipient of the Sisterhood Award for her continuous service and membership of 69+ years. All proceeds support community service and scholarships.

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