About The Series​​
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The New York Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Forward with Fortitude: Understanding Project 2025 is a five-part series where we Unpack Project 2025. Using the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Five-Point Programmatic Thrust, we will host five town halls focusing on Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement.
The town halls are in-person interactive sessions. We invite experts from diverse fields to lead the dialogue and answer questions, making it a truly engaging experience for all.
Part One: Unpacking Project 2025: Examining The Impact of Project 2025
on the African American Community,Thursday, October 24, 2024
The New York Alumnae Chapter, in partnership with Shiloh Baptist Church, kicked off Part One of the Five-Part Social Action Series, Unpacking Project 2025: Examining The Impacts of Project 2025 on the African American Community, moderated by New York Alumnae Chapter member, Nicole Yearwood who is also the CEO and Founder of EducatedVoter.net. The event was held on Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at 2226 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd, @ W.131st Street, NY, NY 10027.
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Our panel of esteemed subject matter experts, each a leader in their respective fields, included: Basil A. Smikle, Jr., PhD, a distinguished Professor at Columbia University, and Lurie Daniel Favors, Esq., an acclaimed MSNBC Political Analyst; Lurie Daniel Favors, Esq. the Executive Director of The Center for Social Justice at Medgar Evers College. We were also honored to have Nick E. Smith, the Former NYC First Deputy Public Advocate and Executive Director of Communities Resist, share his insights.
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An intergenerational crowd gathered at Shiloh Baptist Church in Harlem, and joined us live on Zoom to learn how Project 2025 impacts the African American community now and in the future.
The event left attendees feeling empowered about civic engagement, community participation, and their commitment to voting in every election. At the end, we distributed resource materials for the community to read and share with their family and friends.
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One of the most inspiring moments of the evening was when a young attendee, deeply moved by the dialogue, decided to register to vote. This powerful act of civic engagement is a testament to the impact of our New York Alumnae Chapter's town hall in Harlem, which gained national attention and was mentioned on both Chris Jansing Reports and The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle on MSNBC.. Dr. Basil Smikle Jr. was so moved by the story of this young new voter that he shared it with his audience, further amplifying the impact of our event.
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For more information, contact sociaaction@dstnyac.org.​
Part Two: Examining The Impacts of Project 2025 on
Economic Development on the African American Community
EVENT DESCRIPTION
New York Alumnae Chapter in partnership with Mother AME Zion Church for Part II of our Five-Part Series, Unpacking Project 2025, a conservative agenda that demands immediate attention.
Read the document, 2025 Mandate for Leadership authored by the Heritage Foundation. here.
The event was held on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Mother African Methodist Zion Church, located at 140 W 137th St, New York, NY 10030.
The discussion was moderated by Tremaine S. Wright, Former Member of the New York State Assembly who is also an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Ms, Wright was joined by our esteemed subject matter expert Juanita O. Lewis, Executive Director of Community Voices Heard. Ms. Lewis is also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
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For more information, contact socialaction@dstnyac.org
Part Three: Examining The Impacts of Project 2025 on Educational Development on the African American Community
EVENT DESCRIPTION
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On April 3, 2025, New York Alumnae Chapter and Shiloh Baptist Church hosted the third part of our Five-Part Social Action Series: Unpacking Project 2025.
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Fifty-two people met in the basement of Shiloh Baptist Church located at 2226 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY 10027, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Our chapter was intentional to use churches as a meeting space because "African American churches, particularly their basements and fellowship halls, served as vital hubs for organizing and community building, playing a crucial role in Reconstruction, the Civil Rights Movement, and other social justice movements."
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This crucial community dialogue explored how this conservative agenda affects educational development in the African American community.
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The panelists discussed how the cuts to Department of Education will impact educational services, resources in underserved and low-income communities.
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The discussion was moderated by Dr. Monica George-Fields, CEO and President of REACH Educational Solutions LLC. Dr. George-Fields is also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
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Dr. George-Fields will be joined by experts:
Dr. Sean L. Davenport, Superintendent of HarlemCommunity School District 5, and member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated.
Dr. Meisha Porter, Visiting Senior Fellow Center for Educational Innovation and Former NYC Schools Chancellor.
LeRoy Barr, Vice President of the American Federation of Teachers and Secretary of the United Federation of Teachers. Mr. Barr is also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated.
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For more information, contact socialaction@dstnyac.org. ​
