SOCIAL ACTION
Social Action was the first public and significant act of our Sorority. Feeling compelled to join a national movement and march for a woman’s right to vote in 1913 was considered “disgraceful” to many, “useless” to some and “dangerous” for all. Yet, twenty-two African-American college women decided there was no other place they would rather be. In a time when their color was more problematic than their age, they knew they had to stand up for the rights of others in hope that one day it would include them. The commencement of that historical act demonstrated 100 years ago up until today, Delta Sigma Theta has been stepping up and speaking out against a myriad of issues and conditions facing the black community locally and internationally, with a focus on women and children. Since our chartering on February 19, 1961 Ocala Alumnae Chapter continues to successfully achieve this goal.
Ongoing Initiatives
- Delta Days in the Nation’s Capital (DDNC)
- Delta Days at the State Capital (DDAC)
- “Call to Action” legislative outreach
- Domestic Violence Vigil and Policy Reform
ADVOCACY IN ACTION…ANSWERING THE CALL TO SERVICE
