The resolution commends Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, for its significant contributions to the community and designates February 25, 2025, as Alpha Kappa Alpha Day at the State Capitol. Founded in 1908 at Howard University, Alpha Kappa Alpha is recognized as the first Greek-letter organization for college-educated Black women in the United States. With a membership exceeding 360,000 women globally, the sorority has played a vital role in various sectors, including education, politics, and healthcare, and has included notable figures such as former Vice President Kamala Harris and former First Ladies Michelle Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton.
The resolution highlights the sorority's commitment to service, encapsulated in its mission "Service to All Mankind," and acknowledges its ongoing efforts to address contemporary needs within the Black community through diverse programs. It also notes the presence of 21 chapters throughout Arkansas, which actively engage in community service across multiple domains. The resolution aims to celebrate the sorority's impact and encourage participation in the legislative process by bringing together state officials and sorority members during the designated day at the Capitol.