Delta Programs
Since its founding in 1913 Delta Sigma Theta has clearly distinguished itself as a public service organization that boldly confronts the challenges of African Americans and, hence, all Americans. Over the years, a wide range of programs addressing education, health, international development, and strengthening of the African American family have evolved. In realizing its mission, Delta Sigma Theta provides an extensive array of public service initiatives through its Five-Point Program Thrust of Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement.
Economic Development
Financial planning, money management, consumer education, investments and employment opportunities represent a partial listing of Delta's "money concerns" under economic development.
Educational Development
Since 1970 we have awarded over $150,000 to deserving high school graduates, the San Jose Alumnae Chapter. The IMAGES program includes: college prep work shops, image-building seminars, and colleges and universities tours.
International Awareness and Development
Delta has a rich history of involvement in the international arena. The building and maintenance of a maternity wing at the Thika Memorial Hospital in Kenya, West Africa, to Delta's identification of 1987 at the "Delta internationale Year" underscores Delta's committment to understanding the world.
Physical and Mental Health
Concerns about America's physical and mental health have not escaped Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Delta's work in prevention and "wellness" translates to health education programs , health fairs and the provision of health care services. Delta also supports medical research that examines illnesses that targets specific segments of the country's population.
Political Awareness and Involvement
Though non-partisan in nature and purpose, Delta understands the importance of and the need for an informed electorate. Delta's concern for the public's "need-to-know" and the enfranchisement of all Americans has been the philosophical basis for public service programs in this area. Voter registration and voter education programs, workshops and seminars highlighting elected public official assessment and accountability are ongoing.