The Heart of ESP: An Extraordinary Service Program
2006-2010
Alpha Kappa Alpha responds
to the contemporary needs of the Black community with comprehensive non-traditional programs. The ESP vision embraces a five-pronged
program designed to excite, galvanize and ignite the passions of more than 180,000 members worldwide. The goal is to transfer
this enthusiasm into a collective resolve to parlay members' talents, energy and creativity to realize Alpha Kappa Alpha's
enormous potential for empowerment, security and progress.
Drawing from the Sorority's tremendous reservoir of strength and commitment to serve, this extraordinary service
program will have an immediate impact on its members, constituents and the broader community and powerful results well into
the future.
PLATFORM #1 - Non-Traditional Entrepreneur
PLATFORM #2 - Economic Keys to Success
PLATFORM #3 - Economic Growth of the Black Family
PLATFORM #4 - Undergraduate Signature Program:
Economic
Educational Advancement Through Technology
PLATFORM #5 - Health Resource Management and Economics
To
learn more about the Sorority's program, please visit the national website: www.aka1908.com.
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Platform I
Business
Seminar Platform I hosted a Business
Seminar on Saturday, September 19 at the Warner Robins Conference Center. The theme was “Survival of the
Fittest: How to Sail Into a Brighter Future.” The audience was inspired by guest speakers Steve Williams
of CB&T Bank, Frieda McCullough of Freedom Realty, and Gwendolyn Kirkland of the Warner Robins Conference Center. Mr.
Williams conveyed success equals passion + talents X action X association. Ms. McCullough discussed her strategy to a successful
real estate company, which included many sacrifices and strong faith. She encouraged everyone to study their craft and add
their special touch to stand out from the competition. Ms. Kirkland defined how appearance and presentation can foster longevity
in any business venture. All speakers were applauded on their accomplishments and willingness to share their secrets. Guests
included aspiring entrepreneurs and current business women. Four business women displayed their products. A complete list
of all businesses will be added to the Pink Pages Directory
Platform III
Interview Workshop
for Kappa League Tiena and Donnie Fletcher presented
an Interview Workshop for the Kappa League. Ten members of the group were in attendance and received
information on proper attire and conduct during an interview. They stressed the importance of being prepared,
being on time, being informed and being self-confident. The workshop concluded with
a question and answer period.
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Platform II
The Earn Save Prosper and Earn Set Potential Kids' Clubs recently partnered with the Applebee's Restaurant to sponsor
an all- you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast. The community response was overwhelming with nearly 200 persons (including
21 sorors and 4 fraternity members) attending the two hour event. Twenty- three ESP Kids' Club members
received valuable hands on work experience and customer service knowledge which will make them more marketable
in their quest to land their first jobs! The total amount of money earned from the event exceeded $1,400.00!
Platform V
Relay for Life Platform V is pleased to announce that the 2009 Relay for Life was a success. The
wonderful women of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Incorporated can indeed “weather the storms” for a cure.
Relay for Life is a life-changing event that brings together more than 3.5 million people to celebrate the lives of people
who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost and empower individuals and communities to fight back against a disease
that takes too much. We met
our goal of $1,750.00 to be donated to the American Cancer Society for research that offers help and hope to people touched
by cancer. Several
members participated by walking laps around the track.
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