Championing Service, Empowering Sisterhood, and Transforming the World
Service and sisterhood have been the cornerstone of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® since 1908. With the theme Championing Service, Empowering Service and Transforming the World. The 2026-2030 administration seeks to build up on Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated rich legacy of service by galvanizing our sisterhood of more than
AKA Foster the Future: From Here to Hope will serve as the administration’s “Signature Program” as it is designed to uplift vulnerable children and families by addressing immediate needs while creating long-term opportunities for stability, success, and belonging.The strategic focus will 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, as well as create sustainable pathways toward academic achievement, emotional wellness, and lifelong success.
The remaining eight initiatives will serve as the “Program Initiatives” which include:
Educational Support & Advocacy
AKA Family Matters
Health Awareness & Well-Being
Economic Growth & Success
Environmental & Sustainability & Action
Art Advocacy & Cultural Awareness
The Global Community
Undergraduate Impact Program
These initiatives are designed to improve the lives of those we serve. We will work collaboratively to maximize our outreach on progressive endeavors and consistently produce leaders who will advance our credo of service.
Educational Support & Advocacy
Judy D. Johnson & Kim Stephens, Co-Chairmen
For more than a century, our sisterhood has served as the foundation for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to be an indomitable force for good—in our communities, states, nation, and the world.
We will intentionally take time to fellowship and form lifelong relationships based on affinity, love, trust, respect, and shared goals and interests, while concurrently building on our foundation to serve others.
Empower Our Families
Kecia Parham Cook & Susan Goyins, Co-Chairmen
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has a strong history of supporting and servicing families, for we understand a healthy family is the foundation of a healthy community.
We will take a multi-generational approach to fortify families within our communities by addressing child hunger and promoting positive youth development and leadership, mental well-being, and senior life.
Build Economic Wealth
Tisha Davis & Tiffany Torrence-Ford, Co-Chairmen
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is launching our most progressive and revolutionary economic initiatives this century. This administration has created institutional-level solutions to combat institutional-level challenges.
We will further encourage and equip our members to place key strategies into action to build personal, organizational, and community economic wealth.
Enhance Our Environment
Crystal Arthur & Alexandria Thorne-Ivey, Co-Chairmen
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has the power to galvanize our organization of more than 120,000 active members, create a ripple effect, and make a significant impact on our environment.
We will employ select strategies to optimize our collective ability and to improve and protect the environment at scale. We will prioritize activities that promote the adoption of more sustainable and responsible practices.
Advocate For Social Justice
Jada Matthews, Chairman & Amani Byrd, Co-Chairman
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority always has been at the forefront of social justice to promote fairness and equity. We stand in the gap to empower our communities and act in the best interests of all people through social advocacy and justice.
We will equip communities with the tools, knowledge, and support to activate their voices and mobilize self-help to empower communities to help themselves.
Uplift Our Local Community
Adrienne Purnell & Glynis Spencer, Co-Chairmen
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority reigns supreme in its mission of “Service to All Mankind.” Given the engagement of more than 1,046 chapters across an international landscape, we have an ongoing history and reputation for making a global impact through local change.
We will celebrate excellence, promote a focus on service, and stimulate effective culture and showcase best practices—”Local Change, Big Impact, and Global Showcase.”