*HR1516*
Introduced Version
HOUSE
RESOLUTION No. ___
Introduced by: Summers, Jackson
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1 A HOUSE RESOLUTION honoring Alpha Kappa Alpha
2 Sorority, Inc.
3 Whereas, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., was founded on
4 January 15, 1908, with a mission to promote unity and
5 friendship among college women, to study and help alleviate
6 problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their
7 social stature, to maintain a progressive interest in college life,
8 and to be of "Service to All Mankind";
9 Whereas, In 1915, the sorority hosted its first political action
10 conference with Illinois Congressman and human rights activist
11 Martin B. Madden as the speaker;
12 Whereas, Through the years, the sorority's function has
13 become more complex, branching out to engage members
14 worldwide in advocacy and service projects to improve
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1 socioeconomic, racial, political, and environmental conditions;
2 Whereas, Alpha Kappa Alpha's diverse, collaborative work
3 throughout the United States, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa,
4 and the United Arab Emirates integrates a high level of
5 personal engagement with the strong bonds of sisterhood and
6 a productive network of community partners;
7 Whereas, February 6, 2024, Indiana members of Alpha
8 Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., will participate in "AKA Day at the
9 Indiana State Capitol";
10 Whereas, The annual event is an opportunity for members to
11 speak with local lawmakers, engage in workshops, and
12 advocate for critical issues, such as Black maternal health and
13 suicide prevention;
14 Whereas, Indiana is home to 20 Alpha Kappa Alpha
15 chapters which are located on college and university campuses
16 and has 12 active alumnae groups in communities throughout
17 the state;
18 Whereas, The central region of the United States is home to
19 96 empowered and engaged chapters serving Illinois, Indiana,
20 Kentucky, Minnesota, southeastern Missouri, North Dakota,
21 South Dakota and Wisconsin; and
22 Whereas, There are two members of Alpha Kappa Alpha
23 currently serving in the Indiana General Assembly: Therefore,
24 Be it resolved by the House of Representatives of the
25 General Assembly of the State of Indiana:
26 SECTION 1. That the Indiana General Assembly recognizes
27 February 6, 2024, as Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Day at
28 the State Capitol.
29 SECTION 2. That the Principal Clerk of the House of
30 Representatives shall transmit copies of this resolution to Alpha
31 Kappa Alpha Sorority, Alpha Mu Omega and Chi Chi Omega
32 chapters, in recognition of all Indiana chapters.
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