"A Voteless People is a Hopeless People"

The Kappa Eta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc is making strides to going above our National Headquarters requirements by completing 4 out of 4  National Programs, one being, "A Voteless People is a Hopeless People." This raises awareness about the importance of voting and being politically involved in the community.






We were afforded the opportunity to partner with our Graduate Chapter, Alpha Delta Lambda, in serving the community on Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Civil Rights Museum to educate the community about this program.

                                                                                                
                       

This experience was somewhat more meaningful than others. I am a political science major, and being politically aware, in my opinion, makes you a better citizen. This project reassured me that the path I am taking is the correct one.

I learned that there are more people that are "politically aware" but still aren't registered to vote. Also, some people don't have the proper resources (transportation, identification, etc.) in order for them to register to vote. Having informational tables at community events is the perfect way to get others involved.

I will continue to educate others on the benefits of voting in EVERY  election, whether that be local or national. On a personal level, I will continue to further my knowledge in the field of Political Science to ensure a secure future for myself and the surrounding community.

Giving Back to What Gave to You

Myself along with some of my Brothers were given the opportunity to speak to a group of high school students about Black History Month.

At first, we gave a general overview of some famous people, past and present, that have made history. Among those were Duke Ellington, Stuart Scott, Thurgood Marshall, and Garrett Morgan. These men have played pivotal roles in African American history. As I continued to do my research, I found out that all of the men listed are a part of my beloved fraternity. From that, I learned that Black history is Alpha history.

From this service project, I learned that you never can reach your full potential until someone recognizes it in you, which gives you the extra drive to reach it. All those students needed was a physical example and encouraging words to make their dream a reality. Like them, I was once a student that needed that physical being there to say "Yes you can!!"

What I've gained from this project is that words matter, presence is essential, and role models and heroes don't have to be a Marvel character, but someone just like you that values progression and realizes potential and will walk right beside you to attain it.

Giving Back to What Gave to You

Speaking to Memphis Youth about the Importance of Black History Month and how important college and trade is.