January 2, 2012

Dear Cluster III Sorors:

As you may recall, during the Alpha Kappa Alpha Public Policy Conference in the nation’s Capitol, September 19-21, 2011, our Supreme Basileus, Soror Carolyn House Stewart unveiled a yearlong voter registration and education offensive to reach, mobilize and impact hundreds of thousands of citizens throughout the communities nationwide that AKA serves. The campaign will be driven by the theme: Alpha Kappa Alpha C.A.R.E.S., an acronym for Collaborate, Advocate, Register, Educate, and Stimulate.

In making the announcement, Soror Carolyn noted that the campaign is particularly critical because with the election one year away, there is so much at stake.  She stated, “These are critical times and Alpha Kappa Alpha is concerned about how this economic crisis has impacted the lives of so many of our members and the communities we serve. The lack of jobs, economic stability, access to higher education, poverty, healthcare and treatment options, voter empowerment and the environment are issues we will address with our policy makers and elected officials in D.C.  Local, state and national elections impact all of us and the quality of life we will pass on to future generations. Our vote is our voice. Our voices will be heard and AKA C.A.R.E.S. is a collaborative effort to mobilize citizens. Our destiny awaits us and every citizen should participate in the discussions about of future as the changing landscape becomes less inclusive of minorities, the unemployed and the poor.”

Sorors, we need you to attend the 2012 AKA Day @ Capitol in Albany, NY where once again we demonstrate our commitment  to mobilize citizens as well as have our voices heard as we collectively express our concerns to those New York State local legislators who will be in attendance.  With the support of our Regional Director, Soror Constance R. Pizarro, online registration will be available on the North Atlantic Regional website until Friday, February 3, 2012.  

To register, click here.

To download the conference packet, click here.

Should you need any further assistance, please contact me at your convenience.  

Sisterly,

Soror Michele Hart

Soror Michele Hart

Cluster III Connection Committee Representative

Email: akahart@aol.com