Social Action

“There has been progress and there continues to be progress, but there’s work to do. We’ve all got work to do!”

– Frankie Muse Freeman, Esq.
14th National President

The Saint Louis Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is dedicated to promoting leadership, advocacy, and empowerment to create social change and influence public policy.

Under the guidance of the National Social Action Commission, we advocate for the Sorority’s objectives by mobilizing our members, leaders, and the community. Our chapter plays a vital role in the movement to secure equal political, educational, and economic rights for everyone.

Each of our initiatives includes an advocacy component, which we implement through our social action efforts as needed.

Local chapter initiatives include:

  • Voter Registration
  • Community Issues and Candidate Forums
  • Voter Education and Mobilization
  • Voting Protection

Delta Days

Delta Days is a key initiative designed to increase our members’ involvement in the public policy-making process at every level of government.

  • Delta Days in the Nation’s Capital:  The National Social Action Commission began this annual legislative conference in 1989. It features legislative briefings, issue forums, and advocacy skills development, with speakers including key policymakers, members of the U.S. Congress, and national issues experts.
  • State Level:  We hold Delta Days in Jefferson City, MO, to bring members from across the state together. We meet with state representatives and senators to discuss important issues and bills that affect our communities.
  • Local Level:  Our chapter holds Delta Days at St. Louis City Hall and St. Louis County Council. For the 2025-2026 sorority year, we plan to expand this initiative to include St. Charles County.
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Volunteers

Volunteering with Our Youth Initiatives

To ensure the safety of our organization, volunteers, and youth, Delta Sigma Theta has established a comprehensive risk management framework. All volunteers must meet the following requirements

Who is a Volunteer?

A volunteer is any person aged 18 or older who participates in our youth initiatives on an ongoing basis. This includes Delta Sigma Theta members, non-members, and parents or guardians. All volunteers must successfully complete our screening process.

Volunteer Requirements

All volunteers must successfully complete our three-step screening process

Youth Initiative Volunteer Application

The application includes a questionnaire, reference requests, and consent forms.

Background Screening

All volunteers must complete a criminal background screening, conducted by a company approved by DST’s national headquarters. The results are valid for three years. To start the process and pay the fees, click on this link.

Annual Risk Management Training

This training is required for all volunteers, including parents who consistently participate. The training provides essential knowledge of our policies and procedures. A schedule of upcoming training sessions is available at this link.

Please email the Risk Management Coordinators at riskmgmt.sladst@gmail.com for additional information.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Saint Louis Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.