Jackson TN Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

We extend sincerest birthday greetings to our Sorors with September birthdays. Happy Birthday Sorors!

Today, August 26, is National Women’s Equality Day! The day commemorates the 1920 certification of the 19th Amendment of the Constitution which gave women the right to vote. The Founders of Delta Sigma Theta joined the fight for women’s suffrage as their first public act in 1913 and we have been working on the frontlines ever since.

Black women fought for the right to vote for all women and continued the fight to secure voting rights for Black Americans for decades to come. The Voting Rights Act was not signed until 1965 providing the right to vote to Black men and women.

Our fight to protect voting rights and access to the ballot is far from over, however, today we renew our energy by honoring the fortitude of those that came before us.

Our Jackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter members in conjunction with faculty of Fayette-Ware Comprehensive School engaged in voter education and registration! These students are registered and ready to use their voice!

Today, the N.P.H.C. of Jackson, TN hosted a chartering ceremony reception, a momentous occasion celebrated by our chapter members. We look forward to supporting their community initiatives!

On Friday, August 9, 2024 members of the Divine 9 registered Lane College students to vote, and provided voter education points for them to consider when they vote. The students were amazing!

Let us celebrate Soror Veronica Sesson, a remarkable educator acknowledged with the Outstanding Teacher Award by the Tennessee Governor's School for the Arts. Kudos, Soror Veronica Sesson, on this notable accomplishment and your steadfast devotion to enriching the lives of your students!

The Jackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter began the year with a productive retreat, gathering over 100 members for service and sisterhood activities. The chapter showed its commitment to giving back by assembling and donating nearly 200 snack bags for R.I.F.A. to support local children in need. The chapter also recognized and celebrated Deltas with August birthdays. Thank you to all who participated and contributed to making this event memorable!

We extend our warmest birthday greetings to all of our Sorors born in August!

Some of our Jackson(TN) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., social action members along with members of Kappa Alpha Psi and Omega Psi Phi Fraternities participated in Get Out the Vote on Saturday, July 27, 2024. We went to Parkway East Apartments and East subdivision talking to residents about voting and explaining issues that impact the black community.

Congratulations to Soror Shetina Hoyle for 46 years of dedicated service to the Historical First Baptist Church Music Ministry. Thank you to the Sorors of the Jackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter that were able to share with Soror Hoyle during this monumental retirement celebration.

The Jackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter supported the men of Theta Iota Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and the Jackson-Madison County School System at their Community Cookout and Back to School Suppy Giveaway.

Our Jackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter members from Hardeman County contributed to the efforts of the NAACP and other Greek organizations by participating in Stroll to the Polls.

Voting is one of the many privileges of living in a democratic society. There have been many attacks on voting equity, including gerrymandering, voting restrictions, misinformation and election intimidation. Voting is a critical right we must protect, and that begins by exercising our right to vote in elections at every level of government.

Early Voting location is at 309 North Parkway. On Election Day the Polls will be open from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Four Golden Delta Dears, adorned in golden regalia, marked a major milestone at the 49th Southern Regional Conference in Nashville, TN. They are joined by International President and Chair, National Board of Directors Elsie Cooke-Holmes and two esteemed members of the Jackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter. This momentous occasion honors their 50 years of sisterhood, scholarship, service, and social action. Congratulations to our Golden Delta Dears!

The Jackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter represented well at the 49th Southern Regional Conference in Nashville, TN! We are Renewed, Revitalized, and Ready to Run with Fortitude!

Help us wish our sorors born in July a Happy Birthday!!!

Congratulations to the 2024-2026 newly elected officers of the Jackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.!

We are thrilled to welcome their leadership and look forward to the empowerment, engagement, and elevation they will bring to our members and the community.

Our chapter participated in the Juneteenth celebration organized by SAACA. Chapter members registered people to vote and passed out Juneteenth books, bookmarks, and bracelets. Delta Robyn Winston-Hicks reminded the community the importance of voting and to check their voter registration status.

To receive information on how to register online to vote, we are sharing the Tennessee Online Voter Registration System. Please click the link for additional information.

https://ovr.govote.tn.gov/

The Gilliam League Baseball held its Jamboree today to kick off its Little League season. The Jackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter volunteered with C.O.R.P. (Children on the Right Path) to pass out cupcakes and juice to 17 baseball teams.

C.O.R.P. (Children on the Right Path) is a non-profit organization founded by Soror Shirlene Mercer to help the African-American Community with a heavy concentration on children.

We would like to recognize our 2020-2024 chaplain, Delta Jackie Hendricks. Jackie and our Chaplain’s Council kept our chapter covered in prayer. We thank them for their powerful prayers!

Delta Pat Winston created our monthly prayer calendar.

We are forever grateful for our Chaplain’s Council. They are an important role and are truly appreciated! Each member has her unique characteristic which God uses to be a beacon of light for our chapter.

Delta Jackie Hendricks, thank you for your leadership and for serving with heart! She is a powerhouse!

Jackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter supports the Jackson Madison County NAACP Branch 61st Freedom Fund Banquet. Guest Speaker - Dr. Glenda Baskin Glover

Help us congratulate Delta Chandra Maclin on being selected to participate in the 2024 WestTeach class, which represents 20 school districts/14 West Tennessee counties.