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Empowerment and Values of Zeta Phi Beta

Sep 10, 2024

Lecture Notes: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporation

Introduction

  • Speaker: Member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated
  • Founded: January 16, 1920
  • Location: Howard University
  • Founders: Five women known as the Five Pearls

Reasons for Joining

  • Motto: Quality over Quantity
    • Emphasizes "finer womanhood"
  • Influence from meeting Zeta members at Miles College

Core Principles

  • Scholarship: Importance of education
  • Service: Community involvement
  • Sisterhood: Strong bonds among members
  • Community Activities:
    • Notable involvement in programs like March of Dimes

Personal Growth and Learning

  • Taught about womanhood and self-conduct
  • Service to others; impactful role in community and with children
  • Embracing diversity through interactions with diverse sisters

Memorable Experiences

  • Crossing into Zeta sisterhood described as intense, fun, and exciting
  • Participation in step shows
  • Lifelong sisterhood and friendships, including best friend from sorority
  • Unique bond with Phi Beta Sigma fraternity (only sorority constitutionally bound to a fraternity)

Advice for Aspiring Members

  • Importance of research and understanding historical context
    • Reference to brown paper bag test and its exclusionary past
  • Encouragement to follow one's heart and choose the right organization

Legacy and Personal Beliefs

  • Legacy: Inspire service and love for others
  • Key Message: Believe in abilities with faith in God
  • Encouragement for young black women to pursue their dreams

Personal Achievements

  • Returned to college later in life to inspire others
  • Demonstrates that goals are achievable at any age with hard work and determination

Faith and Motivation

  • Strong belief in God as a guiding force
  • Faith equated to having the strength of a mustard seed
  • Perspective on overcoming challenges with faith and trust in divine plans

These notes summarize the key points from a lecture on the impact and values of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated, reflecting on personal experiences and broader messages of empowerment, diversity, and faith.

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