FL H9039

Commends Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., for its remarkable contributions to Florida, recognizing the organization founded January 13, 1913, at Howard University by 22 African-American women.

Recognizes March 23-25, 2014, as "The 20th Annual Delta Days at the Florida Capitol," an event allowing sorority members to advocate for social justice and engage with the legislative process.

Notes the sorority's Five-Point Program Thrust focuses on economic development, educational development, physical and mental health, political awareness and involvement, and international awareness and involvement.

Highlights the organization's membership of over 250,000 college-educated women with more than 1,000 chapters worldwide, including 56 chapters in Florida and the Bahamas.

References that Senators Audrey Gibson and Arthenia L. Joyner and Representative Gwyndolen Clarke-Reed are members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.