The Brothers of Alpha Italy Offer Greetings to Those Gathered to Help Write
Alpha’s Next Chapter at the 90th Eastern Regional Convention
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Bro. Vaughan Byrum Bro. Andre Battiste Sr. Bro. Victor Smith Bro. Christopher Bro. Thomas Holmes Bro. Julius Harris
CHARTERING MEMBERS President Vice President Secretary Holmes Financial Secretary Chaplain, Sgt at Arms
Treasurer
CHARTERING MEMBERS Dr. Marlon S. Atherton Christopher M. Ferguson Oscar J. Pratt
Gregory B. Austin Wayman K. Freelon Rodney Richardson
Marreo T. Burch Brian A. Jackson Dario A. Rjeili
Garnard W. Burnside III Jabari Jones Jerrme T. Stanton
Mark A. Clark Dr. Vernon V. Logan Dr. Dwayne K. Treece, II
Joseph E .Curry, III Dr. Noah Mitchell Dr. Nathaniel S. Turner
Steven R. Davis Chad M. Owens Dr. Henry A. Williams
Robert L. Farmer, III Bishop Christopher C. Parker
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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
90th Annual Eastern Regional Convention
April 6-10, 2022 | Atlantic City, New Jersey
Theme: Writing Alpha’s Next Chapter
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2022
7:00 PM – Until Eastern Region Executive Board Dinner/Staff Reception, Kelsey’s AC
THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2022
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Registration & Delegate Certification, Grand Concourse, South/North Tower
Solutions Center, Grand Concourse, South/North Tower
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Convention Office, Carousel, South Tower
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM General Headquarters Office, Seaside, South Tower
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Region Executive Board Meeting, Grand Exhibition Center, South Tower
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• District Director Reports (60 min)
• District Director Roundtable: (60 min)
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM O. Wilson Winters Life Membership Brunch, Ballroom, Salon 4
(Ticket not included w/ Registration)
12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Vendors Expo – Merchandise/Partners, Vendor Village, North Tower
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Local host Ladies Welcome Committee Welcome to Atlantic City Tea, Off-Site
12:45 PM – 2:00 PM Open Plenary Session, Showroom, South Tower
• Call to Order (5min)
• Roll Call and Delegate Check in (25 min)
• Welcome from Host Chapters (15 min)
• Adoption of Agenda (10 min)
• Report of Rules & Credentials (10 min)
• Adoption of the Minutes of the 89th Eastern Regional Convention
2:15 PM – 3:30 PM Workshop 1 (Up to 6 Concurrent sessions (TBD))
• Membership & Personal Development Track (2 Sessions), Ballroom, Salon 1, North Tower
• Leadership & Organizational Development Track (2 Sessions), Ballroom, Salon 2, North Tower
• Wealth & Business Development Track (2 Sessions), Ballroom, Salon 3, North Tower
3:45 PM – 5:00 PM General Business Session I, Showroom, South Tower
• Report of the Budget & Finance Committee & Fiscal Officers (20 min)
• Special Report of the Membership Committee (40 min)
• Special Report of the Fraternal Standards (15 min)
4:30 PM – 12:00 AM Miss Black & Gold Preliminary, Bango, Havana Tower
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
90th Annual Eastern Regional Convention
April 6-10, 2022 | Atlantic City, New Jersey
Theme: Writing Alpha’s Next Chapter
Public Program/Fireside Chat, Showroom, South Tower
• Featuring Bro. Robert F. Smith & 31st GP Harry E. Johnson
8:30 PM – 10:30 PM Vice President’s Reception, Ballroom, Salon 1 & 2
10:00 PM – 2:00 AM Convention Hospitality, TBD
10:00 PM – 2:00 AM Local Host Committee Social Event, Boogie Nights Club, South Tower
FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2022
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Senior Brother Lounge, Boardroom, South Tower
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Registration & Delegate Certification, Grand Concourse, South/North Tower
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Solutions Center, Grand Concourse, South/North Tower
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Convention Office, Carousel, South Tower
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM General Headquarters Office, Seaside, South Tower
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Vendors Expo – Merchandise/Partners, Vendor Village, North Tower
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Ladies Program: Queen Fitness, Castanet, Havana Tower
8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Miss Black & Gold Preliminary, Bango, Havana Tower
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Ladies Program: Black at the Beach Breakfast, Off-Site
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM General Business Session II, Showroom, South Tower
• Report of Rules & Credentials (5 min)
• Report of the Comptroller (15 min)
• Report of the General Treasurer (15 min)
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM Forum/Panel Discussion: Alpha in Sports, Showroom, South Tower
From the likes of Fritz Pollard and Paul Robeson to Jesse Owens and Lenny Wilkens,
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. has a rich legacy of representation and leadership across
sports in collegiate, professional, and Olympic competition and continues to have an
impact in the business of sports. This panel discussion will highlight some of the
incredible changes in the world of sports particularly in the past decade. Panelists will
provide perspectives on athlete empowerment and how to ensure that Black athletes
navigate this new world and protect and grow their brands. From Name, Image and
Likeness (NIL) to NFTs and cryptocurrency, business operations and marketing, you will
not want to miss this educational and entertaining discussion!
• Luke Fedlam, Partner, Porter Wright
• Jay Harris, Anchor, ESPN (Moderator)
• Victor Williams, CEO, NBA Africa
• Reggie Williams, Former Cincinnati Bengal, Former VP of Disney Sports Attractions
• Jason Wright, President, Washington Commanders
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
90th Annual Eastern Regional Convention
10:45 AM – 5:45 PM April 6-10, 2022 | Atlantic City, New Jersey
11:55 AM – 1:00 PM
Theme: Writing Alpha’s Next Chapter
Ladies Program: African American Heritage Museum & Historic Smithville
Workshop 2 (Up to 9 Concurrent sessions (TBD)
• Membership & Personal Development Track (2 Sessions), Ballroom, Salon 1, North Tower
• Leadership & Organizational Development Track (2 Sessions), Ballroom, Salon 2, North Tower
• Wealth & Business Development Track (2 Sessions), Ballroom, Salon 3, North Tower
2:45 PM – 4:20 PM General Business Session III, Showroom, South Tower
• Time & Place (5 min)
• Resolution & Recommendations (10 min)
• Report of Executive Director (30 min)
• Elections Committee & Nominations and Candidate Forum (45 min)
4:30 PM – 5:45 PM Workshop 3 (Up to 6 Concurrent sessions (TBD)
• Membership & Personal Development Track (2 Sessions), Ballroom, Salon 1, North Tower
• Leadership & Organizational Development Track (2 Sessions), Ballroom, Salon 2, North Tower
• Wealth & Business Development Track (2 Sessions), Ballroom, Salon 3, North Tower
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM District Caucuses
• District I – IAAC, Sand Castle, South Tower
• District II – ONECA, Ballroom, Salon 4, North Tower
• District III – NYACOA, Grand Exhibition Center, Hall 3, South Tower
• District IV – NJAAPAC, Ballroom, Salon 3, North Tower
• District V – PAAC, Ballroom, Salon 2, North Tower
• District VI – MAAC, Ballroom, Salon 1, North Tower
• District VII – VACAPAF, Grand Exhibition Center, Hall 1, South Tower
8:00 PM – 10:30 PM AlphaEast College Talent Showcase, Showroom, South Tower
• Miss Black & Gold Pageant
• Collegiate Scholars Bowl
• Stroll Show
9:00 PM – 12:00 AM Convention Hospitality, TBD
10:00 PM – 12:00 AM Ladies Program: Game Night/Line Dance Instructor, Castanet, Havana Tower
10:00 PM – 2:00 AM Local Host Committee Social Event, TBD
11:30 PM – 2:00 AM After-Stroll Show Social, Grand Exhibition Center, South Tower
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
90th Annual Eastern Regional Convention
April 6-10, 2022 | Atlantic City, New Jersey
Theme: Writing Alpha’s Next Chapter
SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 2022
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Senior Brother Lounge, Boardroom, South Tower
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Ladies Program: Queen Fitness, Castanet, Havana Tower
Registration & Delegate Certification, Grand Concourse, South/North Tower
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Solutions Center, Grand Concourse, South/North Tower
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Convention Office, Carousel, South Tower
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM General Headquarters Office, Seaside, South Tower
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Vendors Expo – Merchandise/Partners, Vendor Village, North Tower
8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Miss Black & Gold Preliminary, Bango, Havana Tower
8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM General Business Session IV, Showroom, South Tower
• Report of Rules & Credentials (5 min)
• Final Report of Budget & Finance Committee (25 min)
• Introduction of the General President (5 min)
• The Report of the General President & Questions (55 min)
10:00 AM – 1:30 PM Ladies Program: Brunch Reception & Formal Brunch, Castanet, Havana Tower
10:10 AM – 11:10 AM College Brother’s Caucus, Grand Exhibition Center, South Tower
11:20 AM – 12:00 PM General Business Session V, Showroom, South Tower
• Elections (15 min)
• Constitution and By-Laws (15min)
12:15 PM – 1:45 PM Njisane Omawale College Brothers Luncheon, Ballroom, North Tower
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM & Belford V. Lawson Oratorical
General Business Session VI, Showroom, South Tower
3:45 PM – 5:00 PM
• Report of the Eastern Regional Assistant Vice President (30 min)
• Report of the Eastern Regional Vice President (60 min)
General Business Session VII, Showroom, South Tower
• Report of Rules & Credentials – FINAL (5 min)
• Spirit Awards (10 min)
• Special Recognition of our 25 and 50-Year Brothers (5 min)
• Neophyte Pinning Ceremony (30 min)
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM Old Gold & Black Awards Banquet, Ballroom, North Tower
10:00 PM – 12:00 AM Convention Hospitality, TBD
10:00 PM – 2:00 AM Local Host Committee Social Event, Grand Exhibition Center, South Tower
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
90th Annual Eastern Regional Convention
April 6-10, 2022 | Atlantic City, New Jersey
Theme: Writing Alpha’s Next Chapter
SUNDAY, APRIL 10, 2022
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Omega Recognition and Ecumenical Service (Virtual Service)
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Convention Team Wrap-up Meeting, Mambo, Havana Tower
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
90th Annual Eastern Regional Convention
April 6-10, 2022 | Atlantic City, New Jersey
Theme: Writing Alpha’s Next Chapter
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WORKSHOPS
ATLANTIC CITY
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
90th Annual Eastern Regional Convention
April 6-10, 2022 | Atlantic City, New Jersey
Theme: Writing Alpha’s Next Chapter
THURSDAY
2:15 PM – 3:30 PM Workshop One
Session: The House of Alpha: Reclaiming Our Time, Reclaiming Our
Brothers
Facilitator: Brothers Norbert Robinson & Darrien Carter Room:
Session: We Are The Brand
Facilitator: Brother Eric Webb (General Headquarters) Room:
Session: A Call To Order: Understanding Parliamentary Procedures
Facilitator: Brother George McNeal, RP Room:
Session: In The Black: Best Practices On Creating A Treasurer’s Report &
Fraternal Budget
Facilitator: Brother Ainsley Reynolds Room:
Session: A Door Of Opportunity: Partnership & Fundraising Fundamentals
Facilitator: Brother Gerald Johnson (General Headquarters) Room:
Session: Life After Death: The Importance of Life Insurance
Facilitator: Room:
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
90th Annual Eastern Regional Convention
April 6-10, 2022 | Atlantic City, New Jersey
Theme: Writing Alpha’s Next Chapter
FRIDAY
11:55 AM – 1:00 PM Workshop Two
Session: The Gold Standard: Being Men of Distinction
(Neophyte Training)
Facilitator: Brother Lucien Metellus Room:
Session: Managing Your Chapter
Facilitator: Brother Malik Goodson and Brother Killiaun Blatche Room:
Session: Brick By Brick: Understanding the Foundation, Respecting
The Oath (Ritual Training)
Facilitator: Brother Ryle Bell Room:
Session: VA Benefits:
Facilitator: Room:
Session: In Defense of Our Lives: Alpha’s Role In The Fight For Voting
And Civil Rights
Facilitator: Room:
Session: Alpha Reads, Alpha Leads: Transforming The Lives of Our
Youth Through Literacy
Facilitator: Room:
Session: BizGro Workshop
Facilitator: Brother Dele Oladapo & Brother Les St Louis Room:
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
90th Annual Eastern Regional Convention
April 6-10, 2022 | Atlantic City, New Jersey
Theme: Writing Alpha’s Next Chapter
FRIDAY
4:30 PM – 5:45 PM Workshop Session Three
Session: The Gold Standard: Being Men of Distinction
(Neophyte Training)
Facilitator: Brother Lucien Metellus Room:
Session: Alpha Advisor Training
Facilitator: Brother Gregory Parks Room:
Session: Puff Puff Pass: Understanding The Cannabis Industry For
People of Color
Facilitator: Dharshini Casinathen, Joy Leaf (Gold Sponsor) Room:
Session: Be A Match: Learn How One Swab of Bone Marrow Can Save
A Patient’s Life
Facilitator: Room:
Session: Aftermath Workshop
Facilitator: Panel Discussion hosted by Brother Kevin Cayo Room:
Convention Schedule is Subject to Change
90TH ANNUAL EASTERN REGIONAL
Thursday, April 7th @ 2:15PM
Title
Be a Match: Learn How One Swab of Bone Marrow Can Save A Patient's Life
*Featured Workshop & Sponsor
The House of Alpha: Reclaiming Our Time, Reclaiming Our Brothers
A Door Of Opportunity: Partnership & Fundraising Fundamentals
A Call To Order: Understanding Parliamentary Procedures
In The Black: Best Practices On Creating A Treasurer's Report & Fraternal Budget
Friday, April 8th @11:55AM
BizGro Workshop -
*Featured Workshop & Sponsor
The Gold Strandard: Being Men of Distinction (Neophyte Training)
Managing Your Chapter
Brick By Brick: Understanding The Foundation, Repecting The Oath
In Defense of Our Lives: Alpha's Role in the Fight For Voting & Civil Rights
Friday, April 8th @4:30PM
Puf Puff Pass: Understanding the Cannabis Industry for People of Color *Featured
Workshop & Sponsor
The Gold Strandard: Being Men of Distinction (Neophyte Training)
Alpha Advisor Training
The Aftermath Workshop
We Are The Brand
L CONVENTION WORKSHOPS
Facilitator Room
Tropicana Showroom
Brothers Norbert Robinson & Ballroom, Salon One, North Tower
Darrien Carter Ballroom, Salon Two, North Tower
Brother Gerald Johnson Ballroom, Salon Three, North Tower
Brother George McNeal Ballroom, Salon Four, North Tower
Brothers Dele Oladapo & Les St
Louis Tropicana Showroom
Grand Exhibition Center, Hall One, South
Brother Lucien Metellus Tower
Brothers Malik Goodson &
Killiaun Blatche Ballroom, Salon One, North Tower
Brother Ryle Bell Ballroom, Salon Two, North Tower
Brother Ballroom, Salon Three, North Tower
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Dharshini Casinathen, Joy Leaf Tropicana Showroom
Grand Exhibition Center, Hall One, South
Brother Lucien Metellus Tower
Brother Gregory Parks Ballroom, Salon One, North Tower
Panel Discussion - Hosted
Brother Kevin Cayo Ballroom, Salon Two, North Tower
Brother Eric Webb
Ballroom, Salon Three, North Tower
ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ®
EASTERN REGION
www.ALPHAEAST.com
Willis L Lonzer, Ph.D. Christopher Ellis Jr.
General President Eastern Region Vice President
Sean McCaskill Tamir Harper
Interim Executive Director Eastern Region Assistant Vice President
DISTRICT 1 REPORT –
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ALPHA CHAPTERS
TO: Brother Christopher G. Ellis, Jr., Eastern Region Vice President
FROM: Brother Dr. Steven D. Carter, District Director
DATE: March 20, 2022
RE: Annual Report
COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP
BROTHER DISTRICT POSITION CHAPTER
Beta
Omar Mbodj Assistant District Director Theta Theta Lambda
Theta Theta Lambda
Dr. Noah Mitchell Executive Director Theta Theta Lambda
Rho Chi Lambda
Robert L. Farmer III Treasurer Rho Phi Lambda
Rho Phi Lambda
Garnard Burnside III Secretary Theta Theta Lambda
Rho Phi Lambda
Dr. John H. Carter Parliamentarian Eta Epsilon Lambda
Epsilon Theta Lambda
Richard Hayes Director of Communications Theta Theta Lambda
Rho Chi Lambda
Colin Clark Legal Counsel Eta Epsilon Lambda
Rho Phi Lambda
Bro. Glen Norris Sergeant-At-Arms Rho Chi Lambda
Rho Phi Lambda
Robert Kelley Chaplain Theta Theta Lambda
Theta Theta Lambda
Joseph P. Sumo Historian
Joseph Best Area Director – Bermuda
Robert L. Farmer III Area Director – East/West Europe/GCC
Ronald Sewell Area Director - North/South Europe
T. Nelson Williams Area Director – Africa /Tran Sahel
Michael Sudarkasa Area Director – Africa Sub-Saharan
Dr. John H. Carter Chairman Fraternal Standards
Michael Sudarkasa Chairman Awards Committee
Jackie N. Kelley Chairman Membership Development
Robert L. Farmer III Chairman Constitution Committee
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence,
while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity – Eastern Region 2
GOALS AND ACTIVITIES ACCOMPLISHED THIS TERM 56 .
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State of the Chapter (EEL)
EEL is moving upward and onward as they carry out the vision and mission of the 7 Jewels through Manly
Deeds, Scholarship, and Love for all Mankind. The chapter was able to do a few projects through the World
Policy Council-Liberia, My Brother’s Keepers Program, the Educational Committee and Alpha Leadership
Academy.
On October 6, 2021, Eta Epsilon Lambda celebrated its 63rd Anniversary by gathering at the home of V.P.
Bro. Elias Shoniyin and engaging in fraternal fellowship with great food, music and entertainment.
The Covid-19 Tasks Force extended the scope of the project by collaborating with Bro. Dr. Ayun Cassell, III
to continue the Covid-19 Prevention Program while adding the covid treatment aspect of the project.
During the period under review a few brothers were honored and awarded by various groups.
COVID AWARENESS & PREVENTION PROGRAM
The Chapter continues to participate in awareness programs and community engagement programs. The
brothers of Eta Epsilon Lambda Chapter partnered with Bro. Dr. Ayun Cassell to package and provide drugs
to needed individuals and family to build the immunity of people. The drugs that were proposed and
purchased were Zinc, Selenium, B-Complex, Vitamin C, Vitamin D3 1000 and Azithromycin.
The Chapter obtained approval from the Liberia National Incident Management System (IMS). The chapter
also promoted the benefits of getting vaccinated.
NATIONAL PROGRAMS:
Brother’s Keeper Program
On December 19, 2021, the brothers of EEL visited our elderly Brothers Stephen Dunbar and John Woods.
Brothers presented holiday cheers and gifts for the brothers and their families.
July 26, 2021, The Chapter reached out to our senior Brother John Woods and provided food items,
nutritional supplements and household sanitary supplies. We impressed upon our Senior brother to observe
all the precautionary measures and stay home during these troubling times.
This annual outreach, which is normally done on Liberia’s Independence Day, July 26th of each year was
highly rewarding. Indeed, it was a great Independence Day.
The brothers of EEL initiated a medical Insurance and Life Insurance Policy for its members through
ACTIVA International Insurance. 16 brothers are currently active in these benefit plans.
A Voteless People is a Hopeless People:
December 2020, The Brothers of Eta Epsilon Lambda participated in the Senatorial Bi-Elections by getting
folks out to vote through radio messages, flyers and one-on-one engagements. A large group of college and
university students were mobilized to participate in national elections for the first time.
Got-To-High School / Go-To-College:
N/A
World Policy Council:
The World Policy Council of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity is a nonprofit and nonpartisan think tank established
in 1996 at Howard University to expand the fraternity's involvement in politics and social and current policy
to encompass important global and world issues.
It is on this principle that the World Policy Council of Eta Epsilon Lambda Chapter continues to engage and
advocate in the Liberian society. Notwithstanding the devastating effects and limitations occasioned by
COVID 19 outbreak, the Would Policy Council designed and implemented commemoration of the “The
International Day of Peace”.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence,
while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity – Eastern Region 3
The International Day of Peace was celebrated across the world on September 21, 2021, under the theme:
“Recovering better for an equitable and sustainable world”. The World Policy Council brothers, in
partnership with Liberia Ambassador of Peace, Rev. William R. Tolbert, III, and the Providence Baptist
Church, held a meditation and prayer service at the historic Shrine of the Providence Baptist Church, where
the declaration of Independence of the Republic of Liberia was signed in 1847. Officiation of the Service
was led by Rev. Dr. Samuel Reeves, Senior Pastor of Providence Baptist Church, along with other pastors of
the Church.
The Service was invocated by Rev. Dr. Samuel Reeves; the overview and introduction were brilliantly
delivered by Bro. T. Nelson Williams, II, Area Director; Rev. William R. Tolbert, III, presented the
statements of peace; the Peace Candles were lighted by 15 members of the Providence Baptist Church,
representing the 15 counties of Liberia’s political sub-divisions. As a token of appreciation, the President of
Eta Epsilon Lambda Chapter, Bro. William Morris, assisted by Bro. General Prince C. Johnson, III, Chief of
Staff of the Armed Forces of Liberia, pinned each of the 15 representatives with flag lapel pins of their
respective counties. Meditation and Prayers were given by clergies of Providence Baptist Church, and Bro.
B. Elias Shoniyin gave the acknowledgment of the Service.
The Meditation service was attended by a broad spectrum of the Liberian society, mostly from the
Providence Baptist Church. Membership of the World Policy Council includes Bro. B. Elias Shoniyin, Bro.
T Nelson Williams, II, Bro. General Prince C. Johnson, III, and Bro Adolphus Scott.
Project Alpha:
May 2021 The brother of EEL continues to engage young men on the topic of responsible sex and gender-
based violence against women and girls. The brothers hosted a session with young men on leadership, sexual
responsibility, and time management. The session was facilitated by Bro. T. Nelson Williams, II at the
Conex Oil & Gas Headquarters.
Educational Activities:
The brothers of EEL are planning a two-day Career Expo at the African Methodist Episcopal University
(AMEU) on October 28 and 29, 2021. Students from five (5) universities are invited to participate in this
career expo. They will be exposed to Alpha Men and other professionals who will be sharing various topics
and their career experiences.
$1,000 was presented to the widow of Bro. Kolubazizi Howard toward Scholarship for students at a school
that was started by Bro. Howard.
Health & Wellness:
August 2021, Bro. Dr. Ayun Cassell presented on High Blood Pressure and Sugar Diabetes in a two-part
series to brothers and friends in the community. His focus was mainly on prevention. This was done through
a ZOOM call.
Alpha Leadership Academy (Mentoring Program):
February, 2022 Launched the chapter’s mentoring program. According to committee chairman, IPP Bro.
Nathaniel Kevin.
Boy Scouts of America:
N/A
Notable Highlights:
Bro. Nathaniel Kevin and Bro. T. Nelson Williams, II were elected as Council Men at the Liberia Chamber
of Commerce
Bro. Saye Gbalazeh was elected as President of the West Africa Insurance Companies Association. He is the
President of Activa Insurance Company.
Bro. Joe P. Sumo was appointed District Historian
Bro. Prince Moye was elected Senator of Bong County. District #2
Bro. Joseph N. Boakai was awarded the Distinguished Citizens Award from Providence Baptist Church
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence,
while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity – Eastern Region 4
Bro. Henrique Caine was awarded the Community Service Award from Providence Baptist Church
Bro. T. Nelson Williams, II was awarded the Community Service Award from Providence Baptist Church
The Chapter hosted its Annual Children's Christmas Party
State of the Chapter (EEL)
ETL currently operates six community programs in addition to assisting with numerous community
initiatives.
Impact of COVID Pandemic:
Covid-19 had a severe impact on our chapter. During the 2020-2021 fraternal year we were essentially
stymied in terms of our activities. We were only able to host one of our marquee programs the annual
Beautillion which was held virtually at the end of July. This event was held in person but under severe
restrictions on crowd size gatherings post-lockdown. Currently, the country is open however there are still
Covid-19 restrictions in place however there is an easing on restrictions on gatherings. Schools are open with
hybrid instruction.
Notable Highlights:
The Beautillion Program now in its 21st year as a “rights of passage” mentoring initiative for high school
seniors was highly successful. This despite the reformatting of the finale. We have five participants this year.
National Programs Achievements:
Note that Epsilon Theta Lambda over the decades since chartering has developed its national programs the
exception being Project Alpha. I will insert the reports on our national programs below.
Alpha Beautillion Scholarship and Mentorship Program for high school
juniors/seniors - for an overview see
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRS9Xlxc060) (https://vimeo.com/188095609)
In March 2022, ETL commenced it annual Alpha Beautillion Scholarship and
Mentorship Program for male upper class high school students. This year we have five young men, across
the selected high school in Bermuda.
The Alpha Beautillion is a program designed to promote leadership, educational value and community
service in our young men. The program has awarded in excess of $240,000 in educational scholarships and
mentored over 87 outstanding young men since 2002. The Beautillion Program, now in its 21st year, attracts
highly motivated and independent high school seniors and juniors who are selected by their school faculty to
represent his school over the course of seven months. The program culminates in a stage show presentation
during July 2022 that will showcase the students’ creativity, talents, and oratorical abilities. All the young
men receive scholarship bursaries ranging from $1,500 to $7,000 and an all expenses paid trip to a
Leadership Development Institute in New York where they will meet other college-bound young men. LDI
was canceled this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Math Attack
Our “Math Attack” tutoring program is designed to help young men to learn exciting ways to excel at mental
math. Participants are challenged to calculate math problems without a pen, paper, calculator, or any other
media. In addition, the students are taught numerical translations in French, German and Japanese. At the end
of the year the students compete for various prizes that have extended to all expense paid trips to the NASA
Space Camp in Alabama, laptops, cell phones, and cash prizes. Currently, Math Attack meets once a week at
Impact Mentoring Academy (having previously operated at Sandy’s Middle School, T.N. Tatem Middle
School, and Dellwood Middle School) with the view to becoming more readily available across the island.
There are plans to revive and reformat this program.
Big Brothers / Big Sisters
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence,
while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity – Eastern Region 5
ETL members serve as mentors to the unmatched little brothers on a group and individual basis and also lead
out in fundraising initiatives for the charity. We were unable to run our community service this year. In past
years, members of ETL have assisted in making Bermuda kites for the unmatched little brothers and sisters –
a tradition for the Easter holidays.
Leadership Breakfast
ETL would have operated its eleventh annual leadership breakfast in March 2022. This breakfast is tailored
to male seniors at each high school. Fraternity members and industry leaders attend this two-hour breakfast
session held at St. Paul’s AME Church to network with these young men and encourage them through
sharing their keys to success. On this occasion, over 70 high school seniors attend to meet with Brothers and
industry professionals. This event will not be held this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
A Voteless People is a Hopeless People:
n/a
Got-To-High School / Go-To-College:
n/a
Project Alpha:
We did not run any Project Alpha events this year. On 25 March 2019 ETL members attended a local
academy and spoke to the encouraging teens to take a responsible attitude towards teenage pregnancy. Over
the previous 11 years, the program has reached thousands of students through presentations at our middle
and high schools.
March of Dimes: N/A
Boy Scouts of America: N/A
Chapter President: Bro: Ronald A. Sewell Chapter Vice President: Bro: Dr. John H Carter
Current Active Membership: 38 Reclaimed Brothers 2
Chapter History:
Rho Chi Lambda just celebrated our 12th year Anniversary on the 24th of July 2021 with 42 Brothers on
the roster and we are in the process of reclaiming Brothers who have taken a sabbatical from the
Chapter. We are financially sound and with all the best intentions and safety first, we are hoping to host
IMDP in Spring 2022. We are especially excited about hosting IMDP because it has been a year almost
2 years, we have not held it. We only have one candidate, but in the fall, we will have another two.
Chapter Operation:
Our Chapter meetings continue to be detailed, and we hold all brothers accountable for each task
assigned with Chapter reports, sharing of new information and doing so by the usage of our zoom
account. The Chapter is healthy and going from strength to strength and as we draw to the end of
another year, we give thanks for those of us who are here to celebrate an incredibly challenging year.
Pen Pal Program:
We are currently looking at a new school to kick off our (Inter)National Program in London, we have
entered a formal partnership with the Rho Sigma Lambda Chapter (http://rhosigmalambdaalphas.org/) in
South Metropolitan Atlanta to conduct a Pen Pal program with a local Georgia high school and a
London high school class. The goal is to widen the horizon of these students, many who have not
traveled outside of their countries, and to encourage them to stay in high school and to go on to college.
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The methods and procedures for this program have been developed and, we will begin implementation
in Fall 2022 using Zoom.
Croydon Supplementary Educational Programme (CSEP):
This is our major GTHSGTC Programme. CSEP continues to support the Black and Ethnic Minority
(BME) communities in Croydon by offering a range of services and community-based learning
initiatives that can help to develop their skills and unlock their full potential. Just this year March 2022
(CSEP) have been able to start the radio station, by going through a pilot facility. The radio station will
bring in much needed revenue and begin to open what going on in the local communities.
March of Dimes:
While the March of Dimes is not active in the United Kingdom, we partnered with our brother Chapter,
Rho Sigma Lambda in South Metropolitan Atlanta, to raise March of Dimes: $17,00.00 in 2018. Our
RCL Chapter Vice President raised almost $1,700 of this amount. Currently, we are about to get
something off the ground so we will keep everyone posted.
Boy Scouts of America:
Whilst the United Kingdom have their own version of the Boy Scouts, our Chapter brother, Abraham
Walker, is the Tiger Den Leader for Cub Scout Pack 404. It falls under the Transatlantic Council of the
Boy Scouts of America, which meets on RAF Base (Royal Air Force) in Thetford, Norfolk, England. In
addition, RCL provides monetary support. The United Kingdom is ranked the ninth in the world’s list of
countries with the highest number of scouts. The number of scouts in the UK is 323,884. Since the
nation is well off, the country supports the scout’s organization with participants of both genders. The
Scouts Association in the UK was founded in 1907 and joined the World Scout Organization of the
Scout Movement in 1922. This is an ongoing development and will keep the community posted.
Beta Psi Update:
Bro. Ali/Sewell ongoing discussion in upcoming chapter retreat and meetings on the ground with other
universities. A meeting with Bro. Jade Bouhmouch in coming months to discuss a way forward and
other Brothers who were the original charter members for Beta Psi. Additionally, Bro. Sewell is looking
to write to local Universities and make presentations to see if there are any interested students that
would like to become members and sign an MOU with Beta Psi, as the seat is situated at the AIU.
National Programme:
All national programmes will be done over the next year and recorded accordingly.
Noted Highlights:
We began our London Bridge, a news bulletin about what we are doing in the chapter on a quarterly
basis. We are just about to release our 3rd or 4th one with current and past events.
Chapter name: Theta Theta Lambda Country: Germany
Chapter President: Bro. Pierre Y. Boynton Chapter Vice President: Bro. Dr. Marlon Atherton
Current Active Membership: 17 Reclaimed Brother(s): 6
State of the Chapter
Theta Theta Lambda (TTL) will celebrate our 59-year Chapter Anniversary with 17 Active brothers and 6
brothers reclaimed. TTL is currently active and financially active with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
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The chapter participated in local college fairs. Each respective military community offers a college fair to
encourage attendance and issue scholarships. Each cluster representing Grafenwöhr, Stuttgart, Kaiserslautern,
and Wiesbaden reserved a table for Alpha Phi Alpha to amplify the significance of college and discuss our
scholarship with students, parents, and educators.
Additionally, the chapter participated in a local community event in Grafenwöhr, Germany. The event celebrated
community achievements and offered entertainment and games for kids and adults. Chapter members from
Theta Theta Lambda supported the annual community black history month recognition ceremonies in multiple
military communities of Stuttgart and Wiesbaden by hosting essay contests and coordinating community
recognition ceremonies.
The chapter continues to support the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Germany and the individual
Greek-lettered organizations through fellowship, meetings, and financial support. Bi-monthly meetings are
attended by the chapter president and vice president, Bro. Pierre Y. Boynton, and Bro. Dr. Marlon Atherton.
The chapter continues to validate the symbiotic relationship with Rho Chi Lambda and the cluster of Brothers in
Italy in an ongoing partnership.
COVID Pandemic
IMPACT ON FAMILIES & LOVED ONES
The adverse impact of COVID-19 and the social distances rule has made it difficult to impossible for
brothers and loved ones to support family members who contracted and/or died from the virus. Since our last
District Secession during 2020, Brothers and their families have had the opportunity to receive the COVID-
19 vaccinations as a means of trying to get back to some sense of normalcy both at home and in terms of
their working environment.
COVID-19 IMPACT ON TTL AND EU BGLO
Due to Host Nation and US military restrictions all Private Organization’s (PO) events were canceled until
further notice. As of now, TTL plans to host the annual Black and Gold Ball and Founder’s Day events during
2021. Funding raising events, as well as other social events, will be planned and attended on a case-by-case
basis pending host nation guidance.
Notable Highlights
TTL awarded five (4) scholarships to deserving DoDEA High School students TTL continues to partner with
the VFW in Grafenwoehr to award scholarships TTL partnered with the other Divine 9 BLGOs to charter the
National Pan Hellenic.
National Programs Achievements
Brother’s Keeper
TTL supported the National Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. TTL will support IAAC 2nd
District Conference TTL will support a local community event as a means of supporting of communities
A Voteless People is a Hopeless People
Overseas citizens can register at https://www.fvap.gov/citizen-voter to register and request absentee ballots to
participate in the voting process.
Additionally, TTL joined the International Community in discussing strategies to utilize social media to
encourage our communities to participate in the election process as well as donating to various candidates. This
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effort will increase as TTL will ensure that representation is sustained on every US Military Garrison within the
German footprint.
Got-To-High School / Go-To-College
TTL's partnership with the military community and the Department of Defense of Education Activity (DoDEA)
provides limited opportunities to schedule programs within the community as well as the schools. However,
TTL and the other BLGOs participated in the annual college fairs throughout Germany.
Additionally, our very own District Director Bro. Dr. Steven Carter established the Reading Exhibition
Program over 15 years ago in partnership with the local school in Stuttgart.
Project Alpha
Currently, TTL does not partner with local German schools to implement Project Alpha amongst High
School Teenagers. The birth rate among teenagers is 6.4 in 1,000 women and the birth rate for mothers aged 19
and over has been the highest, reaching 16.9 per 1,000 women.
There is no data available for teenage birth rates among the Department of Defense Education Activity
(DoDEA). Additionally, DoDEA allows very few outside programs to be implemented on school grounds that
they will sanction. Nonetheless, COVID now allows for more virtual opportunities which could be socialized
through the school's counselors.
Boy Scouts of America
Due to COVID the military has restricted private organizations from facilitating programs that will benefit
the local community. Equally, Host Nation's rules also restrict social programs as well as businesses.
Chapter Name: Tau Alpha Lambda Country: Ghana
Chapter President: Bro. Charles A. Garrett Chapter Vice President: Bro. Ken Bell
Current Active Membership 17 Reclaimed Brothers 4
State of the Chapter
Sigma Psi Lambda Chapter (SPL) obtained approval on 17th July of 2021. Since then the chapter has been
working behind the scenes to get the chapter up and running within the region. The chapter conducted pro
tempore elections during its first meeting held on 12 February 2022. The brotherhood elected officers to
serve until 31st May 2022.
Sigma Psi Lambda will host its first event in collaboration with the Omega Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha
Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. on 18th March 2022. “Soles for Souls” will collect shoes and children’s books to
support expatriate children in the UAE. SPL will form partnerships with US-based chapters to conduct the
required National Programs.
Notable Highlights:
Pro Tempore elections were held on 12 February 2022. The duly elected officers are as follow:
President – Bro. Charles Garrett
Vice President – Bro. Ken Bell.
Dean of Membership – Bro. Craig Ransaw, Jr
Director of Educational Activities – Bro. Goler Collins III
Associate Editor of the Sphinx – Bro. Xavier Woods
Treasurer – Bro. Kris Rollins
Assistant Treasurer – Bro. Zollie Harris III
Historian – Bro. Adrian Cleckley
Recording Secretary – Bro. Carlos Cotman
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Sergeant at Arms – Bro. William Quickley II
Chaplain – Bro. Charles Garrett
Parliamentarian – Bro. Craig Ransaw
Corresponding Secretary – VACANT
National Programs Achievements:
Brother’s Keeper
N/A
A Voteless People is a Hopeless People:
N/A
Got-To-High School / Go-To-College:
N/A
World Policy Council
N/A
Project Alpha:
N/A
March of Dimes:
N/A
Boy Scouts of America:
N/A
Chapter President: Bro. Richard Adzei Chapter Vice President: Bro. Kweku Fleming
Current Active Membership: 25 Reclaimed Brothers: 5
Notable Highlights
On Jan. 4, 2022, TAL Chapter held its installation ceremony and “outdooring” mixer
On Feb. 2, 2022, Bro. Dr. Nduom (pronounced N-dome) introduced President Biden at the White House’s
Cancer Moonshot event; a few days later, CNN invited Bro. Nduom on their news program.
In Feb. 2022, Bro. Dr. Isaac Yao Addae began his stateside book tour.
State of the Chapter since District Conference 2021
TAL Chapter exec members decided to begin TAL’s fraternal year from October 1, 2021, to September 30,
2022.
Then the exec committee agreed that chapter dues would distinguish brothers affiliated with/involved in the
chartering efforts from current TAL active brothers. Brothers that paid their $200 were then considered
active for the new fraternal year (Oct 2021-Sept 2022).
From among the 20 or so brothers that immediately paid up, the chapter held chapter nominations and then
elections for its chapter officers. On Nov 4, 2021, TAL elected its first set of chapter officers. They were:
1. President-Richard Adzei
2. Vice-President-Kweku Fleming
3. Recording Secretary-Mayo Johnson
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4. Corresponding Secretary-Nana Kwame Wiafe-Ababio
5. Treasurer-Kofi Meroe (pronounced Meh-row)
6. Financial Secretary-Jonathan Boyd
7. Associate Editor to “The Sphinx”-Kobina Yankah (pronounced Kwa-beh-nah)
8. Historian-Curtis Lawrence, Jr.
9. Chaplain-Nicholas Mingle
10. Director of Educational Activities-Steven McDonnough
11. Dean of Membership-Jason Asirifi
12. Sergeant-at-Arms-Kobina Yankah
13. Parliamentarian-Ebow Vroom (pronounced Eh-bow)
TAL Chapter also had eight delegates attend the IAAC District Conference and they were:
1. Kofi Meroe
2. Mayo Johnson
3. Curtis Lawrence, III
4. Dr. Edjah Nduom
5. Kwasi Yirenkyi (pronounced Yi-ren-chee)
6. Kweku Fleming
7. Dr. Dominick Bioh
8. Jason Asirifi
TAL Chapter also drafted and approved its chapter constitution, by-laws, and directory.
On Friday, December 17th, 2022, TAL brothers met up in Accra for happy hour and to plan the upcoming
chapter installation and “outdooring” events.
On Tuesday, January 2nd, 2022, TAL brothers in Ghana held a brotherhood dinner and smoke in Accra,
which was momentous as it helped to cement the chapter’s presence in Ghana.
On Tuesday, January 4th, 2022, our Area Director from Liberia, Bro. T. Nelson Williams, and Bro.
Nathaniel Kevin graciously flew to Accra, Ghana to perform the auspicious installation ceremony for our
chapter at the W.E.B. DuBois Center. This was unique as it was a hybrid ceremony with some brothers
physically located in Ghana and others located elsewhere but virtually attended.
Immediately following the chapter installation ceremony, TAL held its “outdooring” mixer at the Coconut
Grove Regency Hotel in North Ridge, Accra, Ghana, which is owned by Bro. Nduom’s family. Despite this
event being the chapter’s very first public function, this event was a monumental success. It was well
planned, well attended, and safe. In fact, due to the rampant spread of the Omicron variant, the chapter voted
on whether on-site COVID-19 testing should be required and paid for by the chapter. Fortunately, the chapter
voted for both; and all guests that attended were grateful for the chapter’s commitment to hosting a
responsible and fun “outdooring” event. There were roughly 30 people in attendance ranging from local and
visiting D9 members to the public. We also had Brothers zoom in from all over the world. As a result of our
public health efforts, there were positive COVID-19 cases stopped at the door. The overall class of our
“outdooring” mixer not only was heightened with our sponsored on-site COVID tests, but also the virtual
presence of chapter and other brothers. Both events on this day were joyous.
Since January 2022, the chapter has consistently held monthly meetings at the agreed upon time, which is the
fourth Sunday of every month @ 6pm GMT.
The chapter’s current size is now 25. What’s most notable, however, is how the chapter’s Ghana footprint
has grown. While there was merely one brother living full-time in Ghana at the time of our chartering, we are
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proud to say there are now 5 brothers living full-time in Ghana. Furthermore, another 12 brothers have
Ghana residences and/or investments, which regularly brings them to Ghana.
In January 2022, the chapter received its Chapter seal.
At the January chapter meeting, the Chapter President established a community service committee,
communications committee, social committee, and finance committee. Each committee has their respective
scope of work and priorities for this fraternal year. Outputs from each committee’s efforts will be shared at
the March chapter meeting.
National Program Achievement
On Feb 14th, 2022, Brothers Jonathan Boyd (JB), Craig Nelson, and Steven McDonnough participated in the
Ghana D9 “NPHC” Panel on Building Your Brand and Career Tips” at Academic City University College in
Accra. The Brothers spoke to a room of about 100 undergrad students on collegiate success, career tips, and
Greek life. This event was TAL’s first “Go to High School-Go to College” program.
Tau Alpha Lambda has formed its Community Service Committee led by the Dir. of Educational Activities.
The committee is preparing for its next event in March 2022.
Finance Report
The Chapter’s financial position is strong as it has collected chapter dues for the Oct 2021-Sept 2022
fraternal year. The chapter’s grand tax, installation ceremony, and “outdooring” mixer have been the only
expenses incurred thus far.
Chapter Name: To Be Determined Country: Rome, IT
President: Bro. Vaughan M. Byrum Vice President: Bro. Andre A. Battiste, Sr.
Current Active Membership 28 Reclaimed Brothers: 3
Chartering Committee Campaign Efforts:
Alpha men have been in and out of Italy since World War II. Attempts to corral the military and
business brothers of Alpha stationed in Italy have not reached fruition for lack of vision. The Alpha
Italy Chartering process began on July 10, 2020, under the guidance of the IAAC Fraternal Standards
Committee leads, Bros. Dr. John H. Carter and Robert L. Farmer, III. Chartering members Bros.
Vaughan Byrum, Garnard Burnside III, and Marreo Burch initiated the process of establishing
petitioning members, a petitioning packet and raising funds. In a matter of a few months, the Alpha
Italy Chartering Committee raised over $6,500.00 and grew to 28 members. The petitioning packet
was submitted to the IAAC Fraternal Standards Committee in March 2021.
State of the Chapter:
The Alpha Italy Chartering Committee continues leaning forward to gain approval for the
establishment of a chapter seated in Rome, Italy. The Committee conducts monthly, Executive
Committee and General Chapter meetings via Zoom. In February 2021, the Constitution and Bylaws
and all internal committees were finalized. Shortly thereafter, private social media platforms
on Facebook and Instagram were created, chapter officer development training occurred,
followed by several social “meet & greet” venues and summer retreat, followed by a formal
Founders Day Celebration and rededication smoker.
Community Impact:
Committee members remain active in local and international chapters, supporting Alpha’s
national programs and supporting their respective communities. Chartering members actively
supported voting campaigns, mentorship, and community wellness events like back to school
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backpack give away and the “Go to High School, Go to College” College Fair in Italy. Committee
founders actively participated and attended the District and Regional Conventions in 2020, 2021
and 2022 and attended the General Convention in 2021.
International Involvement:
Alpha Italy conducted several events to raise awareness of the Committee’s initiative to establish
a chapter in Italy over the past year to include meeting the Alpha’s events and seeking interested
men to participate in IMDP with IAAC. The Chartering Committee’s efforts led to active
participation in the IAAC informational seminar in February 2022. Interested individuals were not
able to continue in the process due to the current heightened military situation in Europe.
Closing
The Brothers of Alpha Italy remain committed to the effort and establishment of a chapter seated
in Rome, IT. The Chartering Committee meets all requirements for the Petitioning Packet and
anxiously awaits the opportunity to present our packet to the General Organization Fraternal
Standards Committee for endorsement and approval.
ACTIVITIES PLANNED FOR NEXT TERM
The districts focus in the next term is threefold: (1) focus on growing and nurturing the provisional chapters
(2) IMDP to regenerate the membership (3) Reclamation by increasing the active membership in the district
by 10%
FINANCIAL SUMMARY $100.00 $0 Total
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Cash Beginning of the Period
Receipt $8,488.25 $7,548.85 $16,037.10
Total Receipts for the Period
Expenditures $7,015.00 $7,020.61 $14,035.61
Total Expenditures for the Period $1,373.25 $428.24 $1,901.49
Net Increase (Decrease) in Balance for the Period
Ending Balance as of December 31, 2021 $1,473.25 $528.24 $2,001.49
NEW ISSUES
I respectfully submit there are no new issues only re-occurring issues, unresolved issues, and
unaddressed issues.
ACTION ITEMS / RECOMMENDATIONS
Key action items. recommendations include:
(1) broader technology adoption among a distributed fraternal body
(2) More amenable times for meetings and trainings or several iterations at varying times to align with
different time zones
(3) Re-look and re-examine governance documents that are misaligned with the current economic,
societal, cultural, legal, technological environment, and geographic dispersion.
Fraternally Submitted
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General President Eastern Region Vice President
Sean McCaskill Tamir Harper
Interim Executive Director Eastern Region Assistant Vice President
DISTRICT II REPORT – ORGANIZATION OF NEW ENGLAND CHAPTERS OF
ALPHA
TO: Brother Christopher G. Ellis, Jr., Eastern Region Vice President
FROM: Brother Yves Salomon, District II Director/ONECA President
DATE: March 27, 2022
RE: Annual Report
NAME POSITION CHAPTER EMAIL ADDRESS
Yves E. Salomon District II Zeta Phi Lambda [email protected]
Director/President
Trevon Sullen – Asst. District II Sigma [email protected]
Trotter Director/Vice-
President Kappa Delta
Thanks Divin Vice-President –
Louzingou Zeta Phi Lambda [email protected]
Elect
Steve Cuffey Zeta Phi Lambda [email protected]
Senior Advisor
Edward Singleton Epsilon Gamma [email protected]
Jr. Executive Director Lambda
Theta Iota [email protected]
Donald Lyons Treasurer Lambda
Beta Sigma [email protected]
Arthur Shurn Director of Lambda
Communications Eta Alpha Lambda [email protected]
Tyron
Harris Director of Zeta Phi Lambda [email protected]
Myles Mabry Conferences
Terence Vermont [email protected]
Secretary
Vacant Chaplain Eta Alpha [email protected]
Lambda [email protected]
Tywan Jenkins Historian Beta Sigma [email protected]
Lambda
Brandon McGee Area I Director Mu Theta Lambda
Adrian Smith Area II Director Theta Iota [email protected]
Lambda
Jason Asifiri Area III Director
Area IV Director
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John Ramos Jr Director
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David Dance Director of m
Sean Mosley Educational
Deshaun Simon Epsilon Gamma [email protected]
Activities Lambda
Director of Rituals [email protected]
Eta Alpha
& Protocol Lambda chaptercommunications@onecaalphas
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Community Affairs Mu Theta
Chair Lambda [email protected]
Social Media Chair Epsilon Gamma
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Grady Donald Scholarship Chair
GOALS AND ACTIVITIES ACCOMPLISHED THIS TERM
DISTRICT WIDE INITIATIVES
First Annual Icewell Event
On Thursday, August 26th, 2021, ONECA hosted the first annual Icewell event at the Ink Well in Oak
Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard. The event was attended by approximately 50 brothers from ONECA and
NYACOA and their families. In addition to spending a day on the beach fellowshipping, ONECA hosted
an after party at the Flavors MV night club. The event was deejayed by Bro. Larry Blackmon. The
limited edition Icewell t-shirts, created to memorialize the event, generated approximately $1500 in
gross revenue.
Men’s Health Symposium
On Saturday June 5, 2021, ONECA hosted its first Men’s Health Symposium to coincide with Men’s
Health Awareness Month. The virtual event featured an address from the Fraternity’s Surgeon General
Bro. Dr. Jeffrey Sterling who discussed the importance of diet and nutrition as well as information
related to COVID vaccine safety. The event also featured discussions led by brothers from ONECA
who work in health-related fields.
ONECA Week of Service
This past Fall various ONECA chapters held events during our ONECA Week of Service held
November 28th to December 4th to coincide with our Founders Day Celebration. Here are a few events
of note:
● Zeta Chapter partnered with various other multicultural Greek organizations in New Haven, CT to collect
and distribute winter clothing.
● The Eta Alpha Lambda Chapter held its annual Toy Drive, collecting Christmas toys that were then
donated to the local Boys and Girls Club of New Haven.
● The Beta Sigma Lambda Chapter held its annual Bro. Col. Ron A. Peoples Thanksgiving Basket Drive to
support families throughout Greater Hartford.
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● The Mu Theta Lambda held its online Sock’em Power & Battery Drive to help the homeless in
Providence.
● The Sigma and Epsilon Gamma Lambda Chapters participated in the annual Roxbury Holiday and
Parade Gift Giveaway.
● The Zeta Phi Lambda Chapter held its annual Holiday Toy Drive with donations going to the Rescue
Mission Women’s and Children’s Shelter, Full Circle Youth Empowerment, and the Child and Family
Guidance Center.
ONECA/NYACOA Joint District Conference
From November 18th through November 20th, 2021, ONECA hosted its 49th Annual District Conference
in conjunction with NYACOA’s District Conference in Springfield, Massachusetts. The conference was
themed Breaking Barriers to Brotherhood: Onward & Upward. Over 200 brothers registered for the joint
conference with ONECA eclipsing its previous registration high mark by over 10 percent. Some of the
conference highlights were:
● Brother Benedict Wesley Nyambi of Kappa Delta won ONECA’s annual $1000 scholarship
● Brother Lynn Worthy of Epsilon Gamma Lambda was awarded the ONECA Service Award
● Brother Thanks Divin Louzingou of Kappa Delta was elected as ONECA’s next vice-president
● Brother Michael Blake delivered the keynote speech at the Black & Olde Gold Gala
● The workshops included a webinar on Cryptocurrency presented by Brother David Richeson, Alpha
Gamma Spr. 91 and Formation of a 501c3 hosted by immediate past ERVP Bro. Lucien Metellus
● Theta Iota Lambda hosted a successful fundraiser at the White Lion Brewery
● Beta Signa Lambda was named Outstanding Alumni Chapter for the second consecutive year
● Zeta Chapter was named Outstanding College Chapter of the Year
● Brother Jaelin King was named Outstanding College Brother of the Year
● Brother Charron Smalls was named Outstanding Alumni Brother of the Year
● ADD-elect Brother Thanks Divin Louzingou won the ONECA Oratorical Contest
DISTRICT WIDE ACTIVITIES PLANNED FOR NEXT TERM
Second Annual Icewell Event 8/25/22 – Currently waiting for permit approval from the town of Oak
Bluffs in Martha’s Vineyard.
Second Annual Men’s Health Symposium 6/18-19/22 - This year the event will take place on the
weekend of June 18th and will feature a virtual symposium on Friday, June 18th as well as an outdoor
outreach event to coincide with the Juneteenth Celebration in Franklin Park in Boston, MA on June 19th.
This year the fraternity is partnering with Mass Brigham Hospital for the event.
ONECA Week of Service 2022 – Currently in the planning stages
ONECA’s 50th Annual District Conference – Providence, Rhode Island - November 11th-12th, 2022
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Formation of ONECA 501c3 – The District formed an exploratory committee to lay the groundwork to
form an ONECA 501c3 so that we can leverage our collective programming to garner financial support
from potential partners
Relaunch of ONECA Website (ONECAALPHAS.com) – Bro. Lynn Worthy has created a new site for
ONECA that will allow Brothers to interact and share information more fluidly. The site will house
ONECA’s Job Board as well as ONECA’s Para Shop.
CHAPTER LEVEL ACTIVITIES
● Zeta Chapter
○ Ribbons of Change: Breast Cancer fundraiser in which brothers distributed ribbons on
campus and collected donations to give to local organizations.
○ Operation Christmas Child: Partnered with the SCSU Colony of Hermandad de Sigma
Iota Alpha, Inc. to package toys for children in need.
○ Pumpkin Painting and Distribution: Partnered with the Beta Rho Chapter of Chi
Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc. to paint pumpkins and distribute goodie bags
to Quinnipiac healthcare workers as a token of appreciation.
● Sigma Chapter
○ Volunteer with the Alphas: Helped set up the day of festivities at the Roxbury “Honk”
Festival which brought revenue to Black owned businesses in the Roxbury area.
○ Sigma Chapter Campus Tours: Brothers led campus tours for black male high school
seniors on the campuses of Boston University and Northeastern University.
○ Live for New Orleans: Brothers hosted an Instagram live to collect donations for music
programs in New Orleans in the wake of Hurricane Ida.
● Alpha Gamma Chapter
○ Application Strategy: A workshop in which Brothers discussed strategies to find one’s
dream role in the tech industry.
○ Martin Luther King Jr. Walk in Remembrance: A 2-part program in which brothers
walked a historic Providence path in addition to hosting an Instagram Live to have
conversations with the community on whether non-violence still a valid political strategy
today.
○ A Moment of Brotherhood: A 2-part event which started with a forum that was
exclusive to men allowing them to connect, share contact information, and support one
another. The event concluded with an all-inclusive celebratory activity rooted in the
legacy that is Black history month.
● Alpha Kappa Chapter
○ Women's Appreciation Week: Brothers showed appreciation to all the women on
campus from students & faculty to financial aid/student accounts and counselors. We
thanked them for the work they have done to help our campuses feel like a home.
○ Alphamations, New Year, New GoalsIt’s: Brothers hosted a discussion to spread
inspiring words and new positive energy with the intent of uplifting students before the
semester got into full swing.
○ Build A Brotherhood: A weekly mentorship program.
● Kappa Delta Chapter
○ The Black Enterprise Summit: Annual event hosted and sponsored by Scholars House
Learning Community in collaboration with The Kappa Delta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha
Fraternity, Inc. This event provides students an opportunity to gain access to and learn
how to optimize their potential and success through personal, professional, and
academic development.
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○ Black Mental Health Matters: A collaboration with minority health matters and USG
which is tailored to give black students an artistic outlet to visually express themselves
and their mental health with a focus on healing and exploring the uniqueness of black
mental health.
○ What Does Being Black Mean To You?: A collaboration with Phi Beta Sigma and
UConn Multicultural Business Society upon which we hosted a combined open mic and
art showcase
● Theta Zeta Chapter
○ Pharaohs Ball: A formal attire dance targeted at providing a formal ball event for black
community on Dartmouth's campus.
○ The Title IX Guy: A program in which a guest title IX director came and spoke with our
chapter and other members of the community about sexual assault prevention on
campus and within our chapter.
○ Seoul Food: A collaboration with a Korean student organization in which both orgs
cooked cultural food/dishes and served the students at Dartmouth college free of
charge.
● Rho Nu Chapter
○ Rho Nu Watches Movie Night: A showing of the film Love Jones, followed by a
discussion about relationships and the Hollywood portrayal of love.
○ Roxbury Prep: Brothers performed a step show at the Mission Hill Campus Black
History Month Celebration, discussed the history of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and
significant members as well as their contributions to Black history.
○ The Color of COVID: Brothers held a conversation on vaccine hesitancy, and how this
hesitancy and other factors lead to differing effects felt by the pandemic.
● Sigma Zeta Chapter
○ Women Appreciation Day: Brothers handed out Yellow Roses throughout Trinity's
campus.
○ Talk Back: Brothers held a forum that addressed today's issues pertaining to the
struggle of sex and race at Trinity College.
○ Phormalities Dinner: An educational event for male students of color to learn about
etiquette and how to handle themselves in a professional environment.
● Beta Sigma Lambda Chapter
○ Bro. Frank T. Simpson BLVD: The chapter partnered with chapter brother State Rep
Brandon McGee to campaign for the renaming of Columbus Avenue in Hartford in honor
of Bro. Dr. Simpson, who served on the state’s Commission on Human Rights &
Opportunities.
○ BSL Virtual Academy: The chapter provided virtual, small group tutoring for students in
the Hartford area, one day a week. Students were exposed to culturally responsive
content through literacy performance tasks.
○ Phirst Pham Story Time Collaboration: In collaboration with the Epsilon Omicron Omega
chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc, BSL read bedtime stories every Tuesday
during the month of May
● Epsilon Gamma Lambda Chapter
○ Boston Mayoral Candidate Forum & Conversation Series - The Epsilon Gamma Lambda
Chapter in partnership with the Museum of African American History (MAAH), hosted a
Candidate Forum with the mayoral candidates. At this forum, candidates addressed the
most pertinent questions regarding Boston and its Black community. The purpose was
to fully understand every candidate’s plans, initiatives, and strategies to improve access
to resources, equitable treatment, and education in order to cast an informed vote. Any
candidate vying for the city’s most influential position must find it imperative to
understand, communicate, advocate, and act on behalf of the Black community.
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○ 5th Edward W. Brooke, III Educational Foundation - Martha’s Vineyard Fundraiser - Guest
Keynote Speaker, Brother Congressman Bobby Scott discussed the important current
legislation and shared special insight into the happenings specifically during the January
6, 2021 insurrection.
○ Boston Alphas Turkey Day Giveaway - The Boston Alphas purchased and distributed
nearly 200 Free Turkeys, Fresh Produce, Grocery Gift Cards, and Face masks to families
in need for the Thanksgiving holiday. The event location was St. John Missionary Baptist
Church, 230 Warren Street, Roxbury, MA (Brother Rev. Art Gordon is the pastor)
● Zeta Phi Lambda Chapter
○ MOC Leadership Group: The chapter partnered with Bunnell High School to form the Men
of Color Leadership mentorship program. The group meets weekly to conduct
workshops.
○ Black History Month With the Knicks: The chapter partnered with the Westchester Knicks
to provide Black History and Martin Luther King Jr related anecdotes during game
breaks at two home games
○ 5th Annual Toy Drive – The chapter partnered with Miss Thelma’s Soul Food restaurant to
host an annual toy drive to benefit the Rescue Mission Women & Children’s Shelter
● Eta Alpha Lambda Chapter
○ Alpha Nobles Program – The chapter raised funds and supported two college students
at Philander Smith College with travel and housing needs.
○ Toy Drives – The Brothers hosted two toy drives at a local Walmarts to benefit The Boys
& Girls Club of New Haven
○ CT Gun Safety Class – The Brothers hosted a basic gun safety course that allows
people to get a basic understanding of guns. The goal was to help individuals decide
whether or not they would like to pursue getting a gun license.
● Mu Theta Lambda Chapter
○ Talk With the Docs Series: The Brothers hosted a webinar every first Wednesday where
they discussed Black men in medicine. Some of the topics discussed included male
infertility and erectile dysfunction.
○ Second Annual Sock ‘Em Power & Battery Drive: The chapter raised over $3100. The
funds were used to purchase 1,354 pairs of socks, 52 battery pack and 50 pairs of
gloves which were donated to the House of Help CDC and Crossroads of Rhode Island.
○ Website Release Launch Party: The Providence Alphas hosted a website release launch
party at the Revival Brewery in Providence.
● Theta Iota Lambda Chapter
○ Phirst of All We Read Season 2: The Brothers participated in bi-weekly reading of
children’s books to area students every Saturday morning.
○ ONECA/NYACOA District Conference: The Brothers hosted the 49th Annual ONECA
District Conference which was held in conjunction with NYACOA in Springfield, MA. Over
200 brothers registered and attended the conference.
○ Lavelle Smith Thanksgiving Drive: The Brothers in conjunction with the Alpha Kappa
Alpha Sorority provided Thanksgiving meals to over 100 families in the Springfield, MA
area.
CHAPTER LEVEL ACTIVITIES PLANNED FOR NEXT TERM
● Zeta Chapter
○ Breast Cancer Fundraiser: Brothers will solicit donations and donate the proceeds to
local New Haven organizations.
● Sigma Chapter
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○ Black In Corporate: Brothers will host a hybrid forum featuring a panel of black
professionals at various stages of their corporate career. The audience will gain insight
on the experience of being black in a corporate setting.
● Alpha Gamma Chapter
○ Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser: Brothers plan to collect donations on various
campuses and donate funds to research centers.
● Alpha Kappa Chapter
○ Alpha Kappa Centennial Celebration: Brothers plan to host a weekend of events to
celebrate the centennial of Alpha Kappa Chapter.
● Kappa Delta Chapter
○ Winter Essentials Drive: Brothers will partner with brothers Sigma Zeta chapter to
collect winter clothing and donate it to homeless shelters.
● Theta Zeta Chapter
○ 50th Charter Day Celebration: Brothers from various areas plan to fellowship to
celebrate their chapter anniversary.
● Rho Nu Chapter
○ Yellow Rose Fundraiser: Brothers plan to sell yellow roses on various college
campuses and use the proceeds to buy feminine hygiene products for homeless
shelters.
● Sigma Zeta Chapter
○ Trinity College Alpha Mentoring Program: Brothers will meet weekly with high school
students to discuss various opportunities that are available when attending college.
● Beta Sigma Lambda Chapter
○ Second Annual Derby Day: Brothers will host their second annual Derby Day event at
the Powder Ridge Ski Resort in Middlefield, CT on May 7th.
● Epsilon Gamma Lambda
○ Boston Alphas Golf Tournament: Epsilon Gamma Lambda’s Edward W. Brooke III
Foundation’s Charity Golf Tournament is scheduled for Monday, June 22nd, at Granite
Links Golf Club in Quincy, MA.
● Zeta Phi Lambda Chapter
○ Brothers are finalizing plans for a 65th Anniversary Celebration and an aggressive
fundraising campaign for scholarships and programming.
● Eta Alpha Lambda
○ Brothers are planning a virtual wine tasting event with a local sommelier.
● Mu Theta Lambda Chapter
○ The chapter is relaunching its 501c3, the Joseph G. LeCount Foundation, and plans to
host an all-white summer event.
● Theta Iota Lambda
○ Brothers are planning a webinar titled, Concept of Progress, which will be a community
conversation about the progress that has been made in Springfield, MA
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
BEGINNING BAL FY'22
8,477.01
ERC REPORTED CASH BALANCE 3/1/22
$9,213.93
GROSS REVENUES 9/1/21 - 3/1/22
$28,641.37
GROSS EXPENDITURES 9/1/21 - 3/1/22
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$27,904.45
NET GAIN 9/1/21 - 3/1/22
$735.92
BALANCE YTD (ENDING 3/1/22*)
$9,213.93 (*2/28/22 BANK BAL)
ISSUES
• Membership
o ONECA continues to face challenges due to low membership numbers in our college
chapters. We currently have one inactive chapter, Mu Phi (University of Bridgeport).
• City Wide Charters
o Universities are pushing back on city-wide charters. We have an expired MOU with
Quinnipiac University (Zeta Chapter) and an upcoming deadline with Johnson & Wales
University (Alpha Gamma Chapter)
• Racial Instances On Campuses
o Racist emails were sent to the members of various Black student organizations on the
campus of UMass – Amherst.
• Chapter Centric Mindset
o While we were able to maintain our brotherly bonds during Covid, our inter-chapter
engagement and synergy suffered. Brothers became very insular and chapter centric in their
fraternal mindsets and have subsequently become less supportive of neighboring chapters.
RECOMMENDATIONS
• Membership
o ONECA leadership will re-engage the University of Bridgeport to formulate an action
plan with the goal of holding a Fall Informational. Other universities such as Sacred
Heart University, Fairfield University and Western Connecticut State University must be
engaged in order to maintain sufficient membership.
• City-Wide Charters
o The Eastern Region and ONECA will continue to find ways to work with our university
partners towards our shared goals of increased membership on their campuses. While we
live in a litigious world, we believe that there is common ground that will allow us to
continue to have city-wide chapters. Creating new chapters that simply do not have the
numbers to survive is not an option.
• Racial Incident
o Alpha Kappa Chapter President Isaac Yeboah Jr and General President Bro. Dr. Willis L.
Lonzer Jr penned a poignant letter to the administration of the University of
Massachusetts – Amherst. The school hired the Stroz Friedberg Digital Forensics of New
York to track the origins of the racist emails. As of December, they still hadn’t been able
to uncover the origins nor the senders of the emails.
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ACTION ITEMS
• Formation of ONECA 501c3
o ONECA has launched an exploratory committee and plans to launch a 501c3 in early
2023.
o The kick-off event for the newly formed 501c3 will be ONECA’s First Annual Golf
Tournament (Spring 2023).
• Retention
o ONECA faces the same retention issues as the rest of the fraternity as well as low
membership numbers on our college campuses. We plan to launch a pilot program that
may assist with both issues by re-engaging brothers who have young sons. We’re hoping
to leverage retention to drive more legacy. More to follow.
• IMDP
o Zeta Chapter, Alpha Kappa Chapter, Kappa Delta Chapter, Sigma Chapter, Epsilon
Gamma Lambda Chapter, Beta Signa Lambda Chapter and Eta Alpha Lambda Chapter
all plan to have Fall 2022 intake.
• Statewide Founders Day Celebration
o In an effort to foster inter-chapter collaboration and fellowship, we’re planning our first
ever Connecticut state-wide Founders Day Celebration hosted by the Beta Sigma
Lambda, Eta Alpha Lambda and Zeta Phi Lambda chapters.
Fraternally Submitted,
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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ®
EASTERN REGION
www.ALPHAEAST.com
Willis L Lonzer, Ph.D. Christopher Ellis Jr.
General President Eastern Region Vice President
Sean McCaskill Tamir Harper
Interim Executive Director Eastern Region Assistant Vice President
DISTRICT III REPORT
NEW YORK ASSOCIATION OF CHAPTERS OF ALPHA
TO: Brother Christopher G. Ellis, Jr., Eastern Region Vice President
FROM: Brother Malik G. Goodson, District Director & Brother Killiaun Blatche, Asst. District Director
DATE: April 7, 2022
RE: Annual Report
COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP
BROTHER DISTRICT POSITION CHAPTER
Malik Goodson District Director & NYACOA President Zeta Zeta Lambda
Killiaun Blatche Asst. District Director & NYACOA 2nd VP Mu Sigma
Larry Scott Blackmon NYACOA 1st Vice President Alpha Gamma Lambda
Anthony J. Smith Secretary Eta Rho Lambda
James W. Fletcher Treasurer Zeta Zeta Lambda
Eric Tarver Historian Kappa Upsilon Lambda
David Cephus Assoc. Editor to The Sphinx Zeta Zeta Lambda
Adrian Stratton Parliamentarian Kappa Xi Lambda
Alan Prescod Area 1 Director & Chief Dean Eta Rho Lambda
Jimmy Kelly Area 2 Director & Chief Dean Eta Rho Lambda
Alton Roney Area 3 Director & Chief Dean Iota Theta Lambda
Jomel Nelson Area 4 Director & Chief Dean Beta Pi Lambda
Eugene L. Aiken, Jr. Area 5 Director & Chief Dean Kappa Upsilon Lambda
David Rogers Area 6 Director & Chief Dean Eta Zeta Lambda
Fred Baptiste Area 7 Director & Chief Dean Alpha Gamma Lambda
Erik M. Tejada Area 8 Director & Chief Dean Zeta Zeta Lambda
James Waters, Jr. Reclamation Committee Co-Chair Eta Rho Lambda
Lucien J. Metellus Reclamation Committee Co-Chair Zeta Zeta Lambda
Sean Gayle Reclamation Committee Co-Chair Kappa Xi Lambda
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Roberto Brutus Retention Committee Co-Chair Zeta Zeta Lambda
Rashan Brown Retention Committee Co-Chair Rho Psi Lambda
Wilson Darko Retention Committee Co-Chair Rho
GOALS AND ACTIVITIES ACCOMPLISHED THIS TERM
• General District Management Accomplishments:
o Establishment of a District Calendar for chapters and members to use for knowledge of
district events including IMDP certification and Alpha Advisor training
o Conducted our 32nd District Convention in conjunction with District II (ONECA) in
Springfield, MA.
o Conducted monthly leadership Zoom calls with district and chapter leadership to discuss
chapter, district and regional issues, and upcoming activities.
o Retention Committee is establishing a strategy to retain college brothers upon
graduation, either locally or outside of New York.
o Establishment of a District III Brothers’ Assistance program to provide emergency
funding for our brothers when needed.
• District Operations Management
o Collaborated with Eastern Region District Directors to establish region wide IMDP
trainings to reduce duplicate efforts
• District Membership Management
o 670 active members
o 83 new members over the last year (30 college, 53 alumni)
o 412 brothers IMDP certified (61% of active members)
o Participation in the 1/9 Day of Reclamation and establishment of the District III
Reclamation Committee.
▪ Goal is to have 1,000 active brothers in District III by the end of 2022.
▪ Award provided to the alumni chapter with the highest percentage of reclaimed
brothers.
o “Office Hours” established with candidates for membership to answer application
questions shortly after they became available.
• Community Engagement
o Meet the Candidate Series. Over a 4–5-month period of time, NYACOA held over a
dozen meetings with individuals running for various elected positions throughout the
state. The goal of the series, which was the first conducted by a black Greek-lettered
organization, was to provide a forum for the brothers of Alpha to address candidates
directly on their plans for our cities and our state.
o Black Business Crawl. Establishing a directory of black & brown-owned businesses for
Brothers and the fraternity to patronize. Hosted “crawls” on October 22nd – October
24th, and January 21st – January 23rd, with a third upcoming April 22nd - April 24th.
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o Establishment of a fund for the victims of the Bronx Fire in January of 2022. Donations
can be made at https://www.gofundme.com/f/nyacoa-emergency-relief-fund. Goal of
$15,000. All donations will go directly to the families affected.
o 1st Annual NYACOA ICY Hot BBQ – July 2021. Free picnic and open to the public.
• 2021 – 2022 AWARD WINNERS
o College Chapter of the Year – Alpha Chapter, Cornell University
o College Brother of the Year – Hans Owuor, Eta Chapter, Columbia University/City
College
o College Chapter with the Highest GPA – Eta Chapter
o College Brother with the Highest GPA – Hans Owuor, Eta Chapter
o Alumni Chapter of the Year – Eta Zeta Lambda
o Alumni Brother of the Year – Rufus Sadler, Eta Zeta Lambda
o Belford V. Lawson Oratorical Winner – Stephan Joseph, Eta Chapter
• Area 1 Accomplishments
o Return of Delta Epsilon (Key 93) with new members for the first time in five years at the
University of Buffalo.
o Phi Omicron (Key 979) Chartered July 17, 2021, at Buffalo State College
o Brother Damone Smith, Rho Lambda, has been selected to the Board of Directors for Big
Brothers/Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara, and Southern Tier of New York.
o Rho Lambda chapter has established a second Boy Scouts Troop at the local Delevan
Grider Community Center.
o Eta Rho Lambda chapter assisted in the formation of the Greater Rochester Area
National Panhellenic Council.
o Successful virtual Black & Gold gala and virtual scholarship gala held by Eta Rho Lambda.
o Mu Sigma chapter awarded the Rochester Institute of Technology Greek Diversity,
Equity & Inclusion Award, presented by the Multicultural Greek Council.
o Brother Jerrell Gray was awarded the Percy Sutton Student life Award for excelling in
“wholesome unselfish and helpful influence” at the University of Rochester.
o Brother Killiaun Blatche was awarded the Rochester Institute of Technology Greek
Person of the Year.
• Area 2 Accomplishments
o Return of Delta Zeta (Key 94) at Syracuse University, October 30th, 2021.
o Brother Dr. Daryl Dykes, Iota Kappa Lambda, serves as the Chief Diversity Officer for
SUNY Upstate Medical School.
• Area 3 Accomplishments
o College chapters conducted countless community service projects on and around
college campuses
o Alpha chapter awarded College Chapter of the Year for District III.
o Iota Theta Lambda chapter implemented its inaugural “Young Men’s Summit”, providing
personal and professional guidance to students at various stages of education.
• Area 4 Accomplishments
o Brother Christopher G. Ellis, Jr., Beta Pi Lambda, was elected as the 29th Eastern
Regional Vice President
o The Dance4Doctors social media contest/competition ended its successful 2020
campaign by raising $11.3K to support the National Medical Association & Doctors
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Without Borders, eclipsing its initial $10K goal. The event was the brainchild of Brother
Stevie Tchako, Pi Pi, and garnered local, national, and international attention and
support.
o Beta Pi Lambda/George Biddle Kelley Foundation continues developing plans to
enhance digital communication tools for local students enrolled in the Collegiate
Scholars of Tomorrow, Alpha Esquire, and community programs through the Spectrum
Grant. Additional partnership opportunities are in discussion that will increase outreach
and impact.
o Beta Pi Lambda/George Biddle Kelley Foundation established the Twitty J. Styles
Scholarship Endowment; and are approved to participate in the United Way New York
State Employee Federated Appeal (SEFA) Campaign.
o Omicron Upsilon and Pi Pi chapters conducted several on campus and virtual social and
service projects.
• Area 5 Accomplishments
o Kappa Upsilon Lambda continued with the distribution of books to local students in
several local towns.
o Kappa Upsilon Lambda helped secure over $800,000 in grant monies for Orange County
as a part of a Health Literacy Grant.
o Return of Sigma Eta (Key 780) at SUNY New Paltz.
• Area 6 Accomplishments
o Eta Zeta Lambda raised over $30,000 for scholarships
o Rho Psi Lambda participated in a Community Educational Summit for the Importance of
Clinical Trials in the Bronx.
o Kappa Zeta and Phi Kappa jointly held a program on mental health challenges resulting
from COVID-19.
• Area 7 Accomplishments
o Brother Stephan Joseph, Eta, was awarded the Spousal Scholarship Award by the
Congressional Black Caucus. He also accepted a full time offer to join CitiBank Treasury
and Trade Solutions Division upon graduation. On campus, Bro. Joseph serves as the
President of the Lehman Pre-Law Society and Senior Ambassador for the Macaulay
Honors College. Since the start of the semester, Bro. Joseph has served as a campus
ambassador for CitiBank recruiting positively affecting the CUNY-to-Corporate pipeline
initiative.
o Brother Hans Owuor, Eta, was appointed as the first Assistant Surgeon General to the
Eastern Region. In this capacity, he oversaw all COVID-19 protocols and guidelines at the
College Brother’s Retreat and also developed a blueprint for safe, in-person College
Brothers Retreats for other regions. Bro. Owuor is currently working on a COVID-19
campaign that is not only targeted at Brothers in the fraternity, but all communities in
the Eastern US. Bro. Owuor serves as the president of the Greek Council at CCNY where
he works closely with the administration to coordinate events, including the first in-
person “Meet the Greeks” since campus closure in March of 2020.
o Bro. Olalekan Shonowo, Eta, was awarded the Richard B. Fischer Scholarship Award by
Morgan Stanley. He also accepted a full time offer to join their Investment Banking
Division upon graduation in 2022.
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o Bro. Larry Scott Blackmon, Alpha Gamma Lambda, was recognized as the National
Outstanding Alumni Brother of the year at the 2021 General Convention in Indianapolis,
IN.
o Alpha Gamma Lambda celebrated its 95th anniversary with a gala attended by 36th
General President Dr. Willis Lonzer, III.
O Gamma Iota Lambda led the District III Alpha Day of COVID Testing – NYC Test and Trace
Corp provided a mobile testing site in Brooklyn. Over 70 residents of Brooklyn were
tested in 4 hours.
O Kappa Xi Lambda was awarded the Butler B. Dowery Fraternity Chapter of
the Year Award on behalf of the NPHC NYC.
• Area 8 Accomplishments
o Xi Psi chapter participated in “Black in Business” event in collaboration with the
professional business fraternity, Alpha Kappa Psi.
o Rho Kappa chapter was nominated for Chapter of the Year for its on-campus
programming benefiting the student body.
o Rho Rho chapter sponsored an evening of free grooming and social activities to foster
relationships amongst college men on campus.
o Zeta Zeta Lambda delivered Thanksgiving Day meals to seniors throughout Queens, NY
and held a coat driving donating over 300 coats to local shelters, and clothes and coats
to community members in need. The chapter also hosted its 3rd Annual Economic
Empowerment Summit teaching financial literacy to community members.
o Eta Theta Lambda conducted a free HBCU Virtual Tour for youth in Long Island. The
chapter established a web-based reading and discussion program for youth. The
chapter also conducted a “Grocery Giveaway” for families in need in Nassau & Suffolk
counties and donated toys and gifts to children at Christmas at the local Resurrection
House and Nassau County Hospital.
ACTIVITIES PLANNED FOR NEXT TERM
• COLLEGE CHAPTER FOCUSED:
o Transition of Kappa Rho Chapter from Long Island University, C.W. Post to York College
o Return Upsilon Upsilon Chapter to fully-active status. (Currently on probation until
7/1/2022.)
o Develop chapter plans to help sustain our college chapters.
o Repopulate dormant college chapters. Fall 2022 IMDP for all college chapters with
fewer than seven members. Must develop a plan to keep college chapters active and
populated.
o Host a career fair at the District Convention for college brothers and recent graduates.
It will be open to non-Alphas.
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• COMPLIANCE FOCUSED:
o Increase the percentage of active members IMDP certified to at least 75%.
o Provide more chapter operations trainings.
o Develop more state-wide trainings on chapter compliance issues.
• EDUCATION FOCUSED
o Chief Dean training on IMDP and preparation for ceremonies and the Ritual.
o Provide additional guidance for Alpha Advisors.
• OTHER
o Alpha pilgrimage to Cornell is being planned for Founders Day 2022. More information
to come from the Jewels Heritage Project Committee.
o Complete tax-exempt status for recently formed First State Foundation, Inc.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY $ 23,544.84
Cash Beginning of the Period 38,964.30
Receipts 27,393.29
Total Receipts for the Period 11,571.01
$ 35,115.85
Expenditures
Total Expenditures for the Period
Net Increase (Decrease) in Balance for the Period
Ending Balance as of December 31, 2021
ACTION ITEMS / RECOMMENDATIONS
o Focus on reclamation and retention to achieve membership goals
o Reach out to graduating seniors and recent graduates with a survey to determine what
will keep them active or bring them back to active status
o Explain to all chapters how to find invoices and explanations on fees due and due dates.
o Too many chapters are unaware of open invoices and have questions about their status.
o Relocate Kappa Rho Chapter to York College
o Ensure that Chapter Support Teams have a full understanding of their responsibilities and
obligations.
o Survey district membership to determine what needs are not being met. Establish means to
address the needs of the Brotherhood.
o Focus on family-oriented activities or activities that single fathers can participate in with
their child(ren).
o Secure tax-exempt status of First State Foundation.
Fraternally Submitted
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence,
while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ®
EASTERN REGION
www.ALPHAEAST.com
Willis L Lonzer, Ph.D. Christopher Ellis Jr.
General President Eastern Region Vice President
Sean McCaskill Tamir Harper
Interim Executive Director Eastern Region Assistant Vice President
DISTRICT __ REPORT –
PLACE ASSOCIATION NAME HERE
TO: Brother Christopher G. Ellis, Jr., Eastern Region Vice President
FROM: Bro. Leonard V. Jones, District IV Director
Bro. Kobe Dawes, Assistant District Director
DATE: March 27, 2022
RE: Annual Report
COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP
BROTHER DISTRICT POSITION CHAPTER
Alpha Alpha Lamda
Leonard V. Jones District Director Phi Theta
Delta Mu Lambda
Kobe Dawes Assistant District Director Zeta Epsilon Lambda
Alpha Alpha Lambda
James Alford Secretary Alpha Alpha Lambda
Zeta Iota Lambda
Jason Jones Treasurer Zeta Nu Lambda
Zeta Iota Lambda
Marlon Gray Historian Alpha Theta Lambda
Sigma Chi Lambda
Joey Jackson Sergeant-at-arms
John Gamble Chaplain
Christopher Beltran Area I Director
Fred Gooden Area II Director
Marven Hill Area III Director
Sean L Yancey Chief Dean
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GOALS AND ACTIVITIES ACCOMPLISHED THIS TERM
As the fraternity continued to navigate operating in the midst of a global pandemic, the goal was to
continue “Leading with Excellence” in all aspects of the fraternal experience. Despite COVID-19
restrictions, District IV has continued to thrive. The District hosted a number of virtually events on wide
range of issues, including voting rights, the census, and financial planning. Additionally, the District
Conference was on hosted virtually on Saturday, December 11, 2021. There were 117 brothers
registered for the conference, which was in line with previous in person conferences.
In collaboration with the other district within Eastern Region, the District hosted a numerous Initial
Membership Development Process trainings that allowed approximately 80% of the brothers in the
District to become IMDP certified. Numerous chapters successfully participated in the Spring 2021 and
Fall 2021 clusters. As a result of strong reclamation programing and participation in IMDP, the alumni
have continued to experience significant growth in membership.
December 4 has been designated Alpha Phi Alpha Day in the State of New Jersey.
District Award Winners:
2021 Outstanding Chapter of the Year (Alumni) – Alpha Alpha Lambda
2021 Outstanding Chapter of the Year (College) – Delta Iota
2021 Outstanding Brother of the Year (Alumni) - Bro. Frederick Davis, Jr.
2021 Outstanding Brother of the Year (College) – Bro. Jonathan Aboky-Djanty
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
• The current balance is $8,433.55 as of March 21, 2022. This balance is as a result of
conservative fiscal management on the part of District leadership.
NEW ISSUES
• None.
ACTION ITEMS / RECOMMENDATIONS
• Establish a strategic plan and guidance for college chapters to grow in membership following
the pandemic.
• Survey all Chief Deans in the region and review the operational issues presented by the
electronic administration of the IMDP exams.
Fraternally Submitted
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while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ®
EASTERN REGION
www.ALPHAEAST.com
Willis L Lonzer, Ph.D. Christopher Ellis Jr.
General President Eastern Region Vice President
Sean McCaskill Tamir Harper
Interim Executive Director Eastern Region Assistant Vice President
DISTRICT V REPORT –
PENNSYLVANIA ASSOCIATION OF ALPHA CHAPTERS
TO: Brother Christopher G. Ellis, Jr., Eastern Region Vice President
FROM: Brother Robert Bruce Hill, Jr., District V Director
DATE: March 27, 2022
RE: Annual Report
COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP DISTRICT POSITION CHAPTER
BROTHER District Director Rho
Executive Director/1st VP Sigma Mu Lambda
Robert Bruce Hill, Jr. Assistant District Director/2nd VP Omicron
Gerald Baron Treasurer Omicron Delta Lambda
Cameron D. Spooner Financial Secretary Kappa Beta Lambda
Joseph Bishop Area Director (East) Zeta Omicron Lambda
Gerald James Assistant Area Director (East) Psi
Dr. Leonard Wakefield Area Director (Central) Zeta Theta Lambda
Johnathan Hanson Assistant Area Director (Central) Gamma Nu
Desvan Moody Area Director (West) Alpha Omicron Lambda
Zach Alexis Assistant Area Director (West) Omicron
Micah Wilkerson Recording Secretary Omicron Delta Lambda
Odell Blackmon, III. Corresponding Secretary Omicron Delta Lambda
Jah-Kefim McKenzie Editor of the Sphinx Rho
Brian Gibson
Nu’Rodney Prad Chaplain Kappa Beta Lambda
Omar Clea Chief of Staff Omicron Delta Lambda
Anthony Thorn
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence,
while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
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Welcome to the 90th Annual Eastern Regional Convention
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