The resolution recognizes Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated, which was founded on November 12, 1922, at Butler University by seven educators. The sorority has evolved into an international organization dedicated to scholarship, sisterhood, and service, with a significant impact on communities through various service initiatives and advocacy efforts. Its guiding principles have fostered the development of women leaders across multiple sectors, including education, public service, and the arts, while addressing critical social issues through programs focused on youth development, health equity, and social justice.
In particular, the resolution highlights the exceptional contributions of Sigma Gamma Rho chapters in Alabama, which have engaged in mentoring, scholarships, and community service projects that promote equity and civic responsibility. The Alabama Legislature expresses its appreciation for the sorority's enduring legacy and commitment to "Greater Service, Greater Progress." To honor these contributions, the resolution declares April 2, 2026, as Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Day at the Capitol.