AKAs and Kappas Partner to Promote Literacy and Educate Community with Black History Month Reading Relay at Gwinnett Public Libraries

The Upsilon Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated in partnership with the Lawrenceville-Duluth Alumnae Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated are working to promote literacy and educate youth with a Diamonds and Pearls Black History Month Reading Relay each Saturday in February from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm at select Gwinnett County library branches (most readings are scheduled      1:00 pm – 2:00 pm, please pay particular attention to different times at particular branches as noted by schedule).

Kids of all ages (and their parents and guardians) are invited to attend this free celebration of Black History. Attendees are being asked to donate a backpack in support of Alpha Kappa Alpha’s One Million Backpacks Initiative.

UAO President Karan Rhodes said, “UAO is proud to collaborate again this year with the members of Kappa Alpha Psi to ensure the children in our communities continue to love gifts that books and learning bring into their lives.”
According to researchers, books help children develop vital language skills. Reading is an important skill that needs to be developed in children. Not only is it necessary for survival in the world of schools and (later on) universities, but in adult life as well. To that end, members of the sponsoring organizations agree reading is fundamental - and books are the window to the world.
Andria S. Daniels, Vice President, UAO said, “UAO welcomes the opportunity to again participate in the Black History Month Reading Relay. We will have exciting and engaging readers participating in this community event.”

The first Greek-lettered organization primarily for college-educated African-American woman in Gwinnett County, UAO is a powerhouse of volunteerism and caveat for positive change. Chapter members look forward to many, many more years of providing service to Gwinnett County and beyond. Forever and a day, the sisters of UAO will serve all mankind for AKA!

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About Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is the first Greek-letter organization founded by African-American women at Howard University in 1908. Led by International President Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson, Alpha Kappa Alpha is a sisterhood of national and international stature. Its members share the same high moral, ethical, scholastic, and spiritual standards; and are leaders in their community – inspiring, serving, and empowering all with whom they come in contact while addressing the social and economic ills of our society. For more information about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., visit www.aka1908.com.

About Upsilon Alpha Omega Chapter
On January 29, 1994, thirty aspiring professional women chartered the Upsilon Alpha Omega Chapter in Lawrenceville, Georgia. The group gathered to implement and support the international programs of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated as they pertain to the needs of Gwinnett County, Georgia. Today, Upsilon Alpha Omega, the first African-American Greek-letter organization in Gwinnett County is over 270 members strong, and has made a significant impact on the community. Karan Rhodes serves as President. Andria S. Daniels serves as Vice President. www.upsilonalphaomega.com, #AKAinGWINNETT #UAOstateofmind