A Resolution designating May 6, 2025, as "AKA Day at the Capitol" in Pennsylvania in recognition of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
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- Passed Senate
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Overview
This resolution designates May 6, 2025, as "AKA Day at the Capitol" in Pennsylvania to honor the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. It recognizes the sorority’s 117 years of service, its international presence, and its commitment to various service programs and initiatives. The resolution also highlights the sorority’s advocacy efforts and its impact on communities both locally and globally.
Key provisions
- Designates May 6, 2025, as "AKA Day at the Capitol" in Pennsylvania.
- Recognizes the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.’s 117th anniversary.
- Acknowledges the sorority’s international presence across 12 countries.
- Highlights the sorority’s focus on service programs addressing societal issues.
- Recognizes the current International Program theme: "Soaring to Greater Heights of Service and Sisterhood."
- Identifies the regions within Pennsylvania where Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. has members (North Atlantic and Great Lakes).
- Notes the sorority’s community service involvement and advocacy efforts.
- References "AKA Day at the Capitol" as an advocacy opportunity.
Who is affected
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
- Pennsylvania residents affiliated with the sorority
- Pennsylvania elected officials
- Members of the North Atlantic and Great Lakes regions of the sorority
- Black women and girls
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- Pn 1382 Html
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Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
Christopher Rabb
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