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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

  • AKA Foster the Future: From Here to Hope is a compassionate call to action designed to uplift vulnerable children and families by addressing immediate needs while creating long-term opportunities for stability, success, and belonging.


    • Support children in foster and kinship care through education, mentorship, and essential resources

    • Partner with agencies, schools, and community organizations serving vulnerable youth

    • Provide family-centered support that promotes dignity, healing, and empowerment

    • Increase awareness and advocacy around foster care and family support systems

    • Create sustainable pathways toward academic achievement, emotional wellness, and lifelong success

  • Advance educational excellence by creating equitable pathways to learning, leadership, literacy, and lifelong achievement for children, youth, families, educators, and underserved communities.


    • Promote literacy and academic success from cradle to career

    • Support educators through advocacy, appreciation, and professional development

    • Expand access to college readiness, career exposure, and scholarship opportunities

    • Strengthen family and community engagement in education

    • Invest in confidence-building, leadership development, and mentorship for youth

  • Strengthen families and communities by promoting safety, connection, stability, preparedness, and multigenerational wellness through intentional engagement and supportive programming.


    • Encourage healthy family relationships and support systems

    • Provide resources for kinship care and family stabilization

    • Promote youth engagement, mentoring, and life skills

    • Increase awareness around safety, preparedness, and violence prevention

    • Foster stronger intergenerational connections and community support

  • Improve the overall health and well-being of communities by increasing education, access, prevention, advocacy, and culturally responsive wellness initiatives for all ages.


    • Address health disparities impacting underserved communities

    • Promote preventive screenings and healthy lifestyle choices

    • Expand mental health awareness and emotional wellness support

    • Increase awareness around women’s, men’s, and youth health concerns

    • Encourage holistic wellness, self-care, and community healing

  • Empower individuals, families, and communities to build sustainable wealth, financial stability, entrepreneurship, and economic opportunity through education, access, advocacy, and innovation.


    • Promote entrepreneurship and small business growth

    • Increase financial literacy and wealth-building knowledge

    • Support career advancement and workforce readiness

    • Encourage community investment and economic collaboration

    • Expand access to funding resources and business development tools

  • Promote environmental responsibility, sustainability, and community stewardship through education, advocacy, conservation, and action-driven initiatives that protect future generations.


    • Encourage environmental awareness and sustainable living practices

    • Reduce waste and promote recycling and conservation efforts

    • Support urban gardening, food sustainability, and green spaces

    • Educate communities on environmental justice issues

    • Advocate for policies and partnerships that improve environmental outcomes

    • Environmental Justice Advocacy

  • Celebrate, preserve, and elevate arts, culture, and creative expression as powerful tools for education, empowerment, economic opportunity, and community connection.

    • Expand access to arts education and creative experiences

    • Highlight African American culture, heritage, and contributions

    • Support emerging artists and cultural entrepreneurs

    • Foster intergenerational cultural appreciation and storytelling

    • Use the arts as a catalyst for healing, unity, and transformation

  • Strengthen global awareness, service, collaboration, and cultural understanding by connecting communities across nations through impactful outreach and international engagement.

    • Expand global partnerships and collaborative service opportunities

    • Promote cultural exchange and international awareness

    • Support humanitarian initiatives impacting vulnerable populations

    • Highlight the sorority’s international footprint and impact

    • Foster global sisterhood through education and shared experiences

  • Empower undergraduate members to lead with confidence, purpose, and accountability by providing meaningful support, leadership development, advocacy, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

    • Address issues impacting collegiate women and campus communities

    • Promote leadership development and sorority engagement

    • Support emotional wellness and personal safety initiatives

    • Encourage civic engagement and advocacy awareness

    • Strengthen pathways from undergraduate to graduate membership engagement

Under the leadership of our International President & CEO, Charletta Wilson Jacks, the 2026–2030 International Programs of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® are a bold and transformational call to action designed to strengthen communities, empower families, elevate future leaders, and expand the global impact of service. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® is dedicated to implementing service programs that enhance the social, economic, and educational well-being of local, national, and international communities. Programs remain the heart of AKA. The size and scope of services provided to our communities have grown significantly, improving and enriching the quality of life for all who reside in our service areas.

SIGNATURE CHAPTER PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

In addition to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated’s® International Programs, the Mu Omega Omega Chapter proudly leads a collection of signature initiatives designed to meet the unique needs of the communities we serve. These programs focus on developing the next generation of leaders, supporting the well-being and advancement of youth, addressing emerging community challenges, and empowering women to thrive at every stage of life. Created through intentional partnerships and a deep understanding of local priorities, our signature programs extend our commitment to service beyond the Sorority’s global initiatives. These trusted programs build opportunity, strengthen communities, and create lasting impact.

    • The Ivy Leadership Academy is a signature program of the Mu Omega Omega Chapter, designed to inspire and empower the next generation of women leaders by providing tools, mentorship, and lasting support. ILA welcomes families and young African American girls in 6th-8th grade who live in or attend school in Aurora, CO, and the surrounding areas, and who are ready to grow, lead, and soar. This dynamic program creates a safe, supportive space for young girls to build confidence, discover their voices, and develop the skills to prepare them for leadership in school and the community. Monthly workshops enable participants to explore educational enrichment topics, address unique social challenges, and expand personal development opportunities for young girls. 

    • Book Drive - Each year, our book drive brings the community together to support youth literacy by collecting and distributing books to young readers. The initiative helps cultivate a lifelong love of reading while expanding access to stories that educate, inspire, and empower.

    • AKA Day At the Capitol - During our Annual AKA Day at the Capitol, Colorado’s Alpha Kappa Alpha chapters come together to advocate with legislators on key social issues affecting our communities. Youth leaders join us as well, bringing their voices and perspectives to conversations that help shape the future.

    • Voter Registration -Our voter registration initiative encourages civic engagement by helping eligible community members register to vote and understand the power of their voice in shaping the future. Through outreach and education, we work to strengthen participation in the democratic process..

    • Black Business Holiday Marketplace - Our annual Event celebrates and supports Black entrepreneurship by connecting the community with local Black-owned businesses during the holiday season. The event creates a vibrant space for intentional shopping, economic empowerment, and the uplift of local entrepreneurs.

    • Holiday Toy Drive - Each year, our Annual Toy Drive helps bring joy to families during the holiday season by collecting and distributing gifts to children in need. Through the generosity of our members and community partners, we help ensure that more families experience the spirit of the season.

    • Feed A Family - Our Feed a Family Thanksgiving Food Giveaway provides holiday meals to families across the community while honoring the legacy of Daddy Bruce and his long-standing commitment to feeding those in need. This initiative brings the community together to ensure families can gather around the table and celebrate with dignity and care.

    • MLK Day of Service - In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, our annual MLK Day of Service transforms the holiday into a day of meaningful action and community impact. Members and volunteers come together to serve, reflecting Dr. King’s vision of justice, service, and collective responsibility.

Investing in Scholarship and Academic Excellence

At the heart of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® is a steadfast commitment to academic excellence. Mu Omega Omega Chapter upholds this belief through its Scholarship Program, creating a path forward for students. Mu Omega Omega Chapter’s scholarship program extends our mission by providing meaningful financial support to students as they pursue their academic and future career goals. We are dedicated to cultivating a generation of scholars and leaders who will continue to uplift and serve their communities. We invite high school seniors and college students to apply for the following awards granted by The Ivy Community Fund, Incorporated.

  • This award is granted to two exceptional students in grades 6–11 to support young scholars who demonstrate promise in leadership, education, and cultural awareness. The WINGS Ivy Leadership Award is designed to spark ambition early, giving youth the resources and encouragement to soar toward their dreams through impactful experiences that build a foundation for a lifetime of success

  • One-time, merit-based scholarships awarded in partnership with The Ivy Community Fund are given to outstanding African American female high school seniors in Colorado who intend to attend a four-year college or university in the fall. These awards embody the Sorority’s and Mu Omega Omega Chapter’s enduring belief in the transformative power of education and our duty to create a pathway for success.


  • A one-time scholarship awarded to a member of Xi Eta Chapter at Colorado State University – Fort Collins in partnership with ICF. This award honors academic achievement and reinforces the bond between Mu Omega Omega and its undergraduate members in the Xi Eta chapter.