NYC Council Designates January 15 as Alpha Kappa Alpha Day
The New York City Council today designated January 15 annually as Alpha Kappa Alpha Day, recognizing the sorority’s over a century of service and impact on communities worldwide.
The resolution, advanced by a bipartisan effort led by Speaker Adrienne Adams and Majority Leader Amanda Farías, honors Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated’s commitment to scholarship, service, and uplifting families. This designation formally acknowledges the significant contributions of Black women to New York City’s civic life.
“As a Life Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, initiated at Spelman College, I am delighted to co-sponsor a resolution designating January 15th annually as Alpha Kapa Alpha Day in New York City,” said Speaker Adams. “Being a member of the first Sorority for college-educated Black women has been pivotal in shaping my path.” Majority Leader Farías, also a member of AKA, added, “For more than a century, Alpha Kappa Alpha has advanced educational access, civil rights, and community service… Recognizing Alpha Kappa Alpha Day in the City of New York affirms the measurable and lasting impact of BIPOC women’s leadership.”
Founded in 1908 at Howard University, Alpha Kappa Alpha is the first Greek-letter sorority established by Black college-educated women and currently boasts over 390,000 members internationally. The sorority has a distinguished history of producing leaders like Dr. Maya Angelou, Kamala Harris, and Rosa Parks, and remains a vital force in community empowerment through initiatives like scholarships and mentorship programs, as detailed on their official website.
Officials stated they anticipate the annual observance will highlight the ongoing work of AKA chapters throughout New York City and inspire continued service to the community.
