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× In observance of Memorial Day, National Headquarters will be closed Friday, May 28 th 2021 at 3pm and will resume operations Tuesday, June 1 st 2021 at 8:30am rd 2020 at 3:00 pm until Monday, January 4 th 2021 at 8:30 am -- -- -- -- Home About Mission & Purpose Founders Notable Members Corporate Sponsors Leadership National Executive Committee Board of Directors Regional Leadership Past National Presidents Office of the Executive Director Service Membership News Resources Careers Chapter Locator Intellectual Property Media Policies Background Screening Unauthorized Vendors/Merchandise Contact Member Portal Search National Headquarters Staff to work remotely in response to COVID-19. Please review the information related to National Headquarters operating status . 55th National Convention Call to Convention Now Available Member Portal Sisterhood, Scholarship and Service Learn More DELTACARE + WW Delta has partnered up with WW (formerly Weight Watchers) for a MEMBERS ONLY exclusive program. Learn More National Executive Committee Leading the Way Learn More Previous Next INTELLIGENCE IS THE TORCH OF WISDOM Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is a private, not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to provide assistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout the world. The organization is a sisterhood of predominantly Black, college educated women. Since its founding more than 300,000 women have joined the organization. The Sorority has over 900 collegiate and alumnae chapters located in the United States, the Arabian Gulf, Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, Germany, Jamaica, Japan, the Republic of Korea, and the Virgin Islands. Delta Sigma Theta was founded on January 13, 1913 by 22 collegiate women at Howard University. These students wanted to use their collective strength to promote academic excellence and to provide assistance to those in need. In March of 1913, the Founders of performed their first public act. They participated in the Women's Suffrage March in Washington, D.C. was incorporated in 1930. Welcome to the national website of ! Founded in 1913 by 22 phenomenal trendsetters who saw no limit to their vision for sisterhood, scholarship and service. Delta's Founders stepped out on faith to march with the suffragettes and took a stand for social justice as their first public act. More than 107 years later we pride ourselves by following in the footsteps of our Founders and remain in the forefront of action as a voice for those in need. With a 2017-2021 quadrennial theme of "joy in our sisterhood, power in our voice and service in our heart," we welcome you to explore our website as we proudly share who we are and the principles for which we stand. For Delta sorors this website is intended to support your needs as a member by providing basic tools and resources for the business of our sorority. I hope you enjoy your visit to our online "home" and come again! Sincerely, Beverly E. Smith Beverly E. Smith National President & CEO MORE THAN Members Initiated CHARTERED CHAPTERS IN ALL STATES AND INT'L AWARDED (since July 2019) IN SCHOLARSHIPS/GRANTS Features DELTACARE Powered by WW Delta has partnered up with WW (formerly Weight Watchers) for a MEMBERS ONLY exclusive program. Embedded in our oath is the charge to practice self-care, because even our Founders knew the importance of well women in society. DeltaCare is a call to action for all members of the sorority to practice the ethic of self-care through three components: physical wellness, mental and emotional wellness, and awareness and advocacy. In January 2020, we launched a partnership with WW (formerly Weight Watchers) to support the wellness goals of our membership. WW has created content and programming specifically for Delta Sigma Theta members to help develop healthier habits. Using our sisterhood as a support system and the resources of WW we can meet our goals for a healthier membership because when Deltas are well, all is well. LEARN MORE >> We are committed to helping Sorors live healthier! Unlock your custom myWW™ plan: A personal assessment focuses on your eating habits and preferences, and tailors a weight-loss plan for your lifestyle. Eat what you love—but smarter: SmartPoints® system is personalized for your age, height, weight, and sex to help you lose weight while still eating what you love. Access exclusive features: Such as the award-winning app that features a food and activity tracker, barcode scanner, thousands of restaurant foods, and more to make reaching your goals simpler than ever. Latest News DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INCORPORATED ESTABLISHES D4WOMEN IN ACTION: DST FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN FOR POLITICAL POWER TO SUPPORT BLACK WOMEN IN POLITICS Creation of new 501(c)(4) organization amplifies Delta Sigma Theta’s fervor for political and social change FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 18, 2020 WASHINGTON – In honor of the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated announced today the launch of its new, political actionoriented 501(c)(4) organization, D4Women in Action: DST for African American Women for Political Power (“D4Women in Action”). Delta Sigma Theta is the first Black Greek letter organization to establish a 501(c)(4) organization. D4 Women in Action is not a PAC and cannot give money directly to candidates. The new entity will be used to enhance Delta’s political presence and build a pipeline to advance the status of Black women in politics. D4Women in Action aims to amplify the fundraising efforts for potential Black women political candidates and build a network of qualified Black women candidates who are ready, willing, and capable to run for office or receive political appointments. The entity was founded to enhance and expand Delta Sigma Theta’s political presence, including by identifying critical issues in the Black community and increasing advocacy, education, economics, and power of Black women in the political process “Since its founding, Delta Sigma Theta has been a social-driven organization,” said National President &CEO Beverly E. Smith. “Over one hundred years ago, our Founders were among the thousands of women marching for voting rights. D4Women in Action honors those young women and opens their legacy to both members of Delta Sigma Theta and anyone who feels inspired by the cause.” Full Statement and Details -- --Remove to add feature latest news top section -- , Establishes D4WOMEN IN ACTION: DST For African American Women For Political Power To Support Black Women In Politics August 18, 2020 The Largest Coalition of Members from Historic African-American Women’s Organizations Unite with a Call to Action June 8, 2020 Social Action Policy Reminder June 2020 Statement on the Killings of Unarmed African Americans May 28, 2020 2020-2021 Financial Aid and Scholarship Information for Deltas Only February 18, 2020 DST Calls for Change at CNN March 27, 2019 VIEW MORE Learn More National President Corporate Sponsors SERVICE Career Opportunities Coordinator, Customer Support Service Center Senior Systems Administrator / Engineer Counselor Director, MEOC VISIT CAREERS Senior Systems Engineer © - Top...