A Whole New World Post Pandemic
Greetings, Sorors and Friends of the Great State of Georgia. As we end the 2021-2022 Sorority Year, the Zeta Train continues on its journey post Pandemic My favorite phrase has been, "We outside y'all!!" Most Georgia chapters and auxiliaries have transitioned from the virtual world back to being in-person, Over the last two years as we have served our communities and supported each other, we have learned how resilient and creative we are as an organization Now that we are back to being in person at chapter meetings, community service projects and conferences. The work that we have done as an organization has been phenomenal. The Social Media and Graphics Team would like to thank each of you for sharing your Zeta journey through your social media platforms. Now let's hear from the leaders in our State on their final thoughts for this Sorority Year. See you in Philly!!!
Soror LaShaye HutchinsonAntapokritis State of Georgia
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GEORGIA STATE DIRECTOR
Soror Vicki L. Pearson Georgia State DirectorGreetings Sorors, Amicae, Youth, and Zeta Male Network Members. As we come to the end of the 2021-2022 sorority year, I am so very proud of the efforts and accomplishments we have achieved embracing the GROW, SERVE, LEAD, CHANGE vision. This sorority year continued to challenge us as we navigated the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and worked through balancing our need to socialize and serve the public while maintaining our health and well-being. Some of our highlights for this year include:
Participated in Wreath Laying Ceremony in honor of the late Congressman, Brother John R. Lewis
Collected 219 handbags through the Zeta Male Network for the Atlanta Theater-To-Go fundraiser
Formed the State of Georgia Scholarship Committee to launch the state scholarship program in 2023
Conducted 19 training sessions on the new Membership Intake Process Received $22,000 in grant funds from the National Council of Negro Women/Good Health Wins for Covid-19 and Flu Prevention projects and initiatives
Hosted our first in-person, hybrid Joint State Conference with the brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. in Atlanta, GA
Chartered Delta Alpha Eta Zeta Chapter serving McDuffie County
Launched the first cohort for the National Association of Parliamentarians with 200+ Sorors and Amicae passing the membership certification exam Inducted 100 members in the State of Georgia Legacy Club
Hosted the ZPHIBGA Shopping Event in partnership with Macy’s and the Kasper D9 Dress Collection
Donated $14,610+ to Z-NEF through the State License Plate program
Gave $129,000+ in financial donations to National, Regional, and State community service initiatives
FROM THE DESK OF THE
GEORGIA STATE DIRECTOR
L. Pearson Georgia State DirectorI want to thank each of you for your individual commitment year after year to promote and represent Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated and its Auxiliaries. I do not take for granted the sacrifices and dedication that you decide to make in order to be a fully engaged member and to support the communities who are in desperate need of our help. It has been my honor to serve as your State Director.
Soror Vicki
FROM THE DESK OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA EXECUTIVE BOARD CHAIR
Soror Nicole S. HarrellExecutive Board Chair State of GeorgiaGreetings and Salutations my Sorors! I pray that you are well, enjoying your summer, and staying hydrated as you prepare for the 2022 Boule’ in Philadelphia. If you are like me, you have already started packing in preparation for what is sure to be an epic event of Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood. As I look forward to the conducting the business of Zeta in just a few short weeks, I also reflect on the tasks that await us in our communities when we return from Philadelphia
Sorors, we have been presented with an opportunity to have an “Esther Moment” For like Esther, “ we have been called for such a time as this” And I believe that “if we remain silent in the midst all of the adversity and turmoil that is around us, deliverance will come from somewhere else” (Esther 4:14). The legacy of our Founders’, our Five Pearls, is service in our communities So, yes, Sorors, prepare to conduct the business that will carry our beloved organization forward for the next 102 years. Pack your Robert’s Rules of Order 12 edition Delegates, pack the notes from your chapters in regards to voting And by all means, don’t forget your battery packs, comfortable shoes, and the amazing royal blue and white attire you have been saving to wear at Boule’. But, my Sorors, I charge you to also prepare for the work in our communities that we must do when we return home.
Now more than ever, we cannot become weary in the well doing Instead, we must stay the course of our Founders and be a friend to man as the community-conscious, service-oriented organization they envisioned.
Sorors, I look forward to seeing you in Philadelphia! I wish you safe travels to the 2022 Boule’.
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OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA Z-HOPE COORDINATOR
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Soror Kina DavisZ-HOPE Coordinator State of Georgia
Other People Excel (through Mind, Body and Spirit) is a holistic, multidimensional outreach program. One of the primary goals of Z-HOPE is to enhance, cultivate and empower participants to develop health-promoting lifestyle choices in all stages of their lives. ZHOPE targets five major populations (women, youth, men, seniors and international women of color) by utilizing a life-span approach to reach all people...from the young to the old, from prenatal to geriatric. Each targeted population is serviced by its local Zeta chapter or affiliate group through a holistic framework that focuses on the three essential elements of life: mind, body and spirit.
Greetings Sorors! Z-HOPE:
The chapters and auxiliaries in Georgia have had the opportunity to participate in many Z-HOPE activities this sorority year. Some of those activities were Mental Health, Autism, Elder Care, Adopt-a-School, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, Military Appreciation Week, MLK Day of Global Service, Zetas Have Heart, March of Dimes, American Cancer Society’s Breast Cancer Programs and more.
Service is what we do! I love what I do! Serving as a GA Z-HOPE Coordinator has been such a blessing to me this year. Serving the community and making an impact in people's lives is an awesome feeling Many chapters in the State of Georgia have been recognized for all their hard work in their community. Being the Z-HOPE Coordinator has granted me the opportunity to work with several chapters and auxiliaries AWESOME Z-HOPE Coordinators from across the state. I would like to thank them for their hard work and dedication to ZHOPE. They truly hold a special place in my heart.
Zetas HelpingFROM THE DESK OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA Z-HOPE COORDINATOR
I would like to thank State Director Vicki Pearson for entrusting me with the position of GA Z-HOPE Coordinator. It is truly an honor to serve on the State of Georgia Leadership Team I would like to thank my Z-HOPE Team for their countless hours of service. Z-HOPE is near and dear to their heart just like it is to mine. I will always say that the State of Georgia has the best Z-HOPE team. Thank you Soror Susette Gooden, Soror Karen Hughes, and Soror Sandra Bates for all you do!
State of Georgia Sorors, Amicae, and Youth you all are phenomenal!
Soror Kina DavisZ-Hope Coordinator State of Georgia
FROM THE DESK OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA YOUTH AUXILARY COORDINATOR
Soror Felecia McClainSturdivantYouth Affiliates (ZYA) Coordinator State of Georgia
Greetings Sorors! As with t d, our Georgia Zeta Youth Affiliates have been flexible world around them during the pandemic. The Pearlettes honettes, stepped up to the plate and lead the way for yo ound the globe!
On the local and state levels, our Georgia Zeta Youth Affiliates participated in a variety of community service and civic efforts, while continuing to develop sisterly bonds with fellow ZYA club members. Moreover, the sorors of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, as well other organizations and community entities, continued to take note as the Georgia ZYA promoted and facilitated virtual and face to face events via social media.
This year, the Georgia Pearlettes, Amicettes, and Archonettes continued their work by increasing the number of youth affiliate members. In addition, graduate chapters demonstrated their commitment by sponsoring new youth clubs and serving as sponsors for new Georgia Zeta Youth Advisors. In addition, the Georgia ZYA, along with their advisors, had a wonderful time celebrating at the 2022 Georgia Zeta Youth Retreat!
As this year comes to a close on behalf of the Georgia Zeta Youth Affiliates please accept a heartfelt advisors that have served dedication to the ZYA i each Pearlette, Amicette because of you that we a
FROM THE DESK OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA UNDERGRADUATES
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