 DAC Weekly Hotline November 23, 2020 / Volume 2, Issue 18 UPCOMING NOVEMBER EVENTS *All events are being held virtually, unless otherwise noted and pre-approved Thu, Nov. 26: Happy Thanksgiving Sat, Nov. 28 – 10 am: New Chapter Member Orientation: Coffee and Conversation JOIN ZOOM MEETING Mon, Nov. 30 – 6:30 pm: Membership Services Committee Mon, Nov. 30 – 7 pm: Physical and Mental Health: Mental Health Mondays JOIN VIA ZOOM Meeting ID: 998 7298 7463 Passcode: MHMON2020# Mon, Nov. 30 – 7 pm: Founders Day Meeting Join Zoom Meeting JOIN ZOOM MEETING Meeting ID: 944 4873 9819 Passcode: FDay21# *All changes/updates to the calendar are to be sent to first.vice.president@detroitdeltas.org November Calendar SAVE-THE-DATES Early December events: World AIDS Day – Dec 1 Prayer and Memorial Service – Dec 6   YEAR-END VIDEO Have you seen our awesome year-end video yet? If not grab a beverage and some snacks and check it out! DAC Year-End Video  END OF THE YEAR REFLECTION Let’s Journal Together Part 2 of 3 As I mentioned during November’s Sorority meeting, I’m going to spend the next few weeks asking each of us to remember to spend some time in year-end reflection. It’s the social worker in me. This is part two of three. Did you find time last week to pause and reflect? Does it feel different this year to dream or plan for the New Year? By choosing to pause and reflect, we become more aware of what’s really going on with our hearts, emotions and current thought cycle. By digging into these areas intentionally, focusing on finding alignment, we can begin to holistically grasp our current state. If we stay aligned with God, when either challenges or opportunities come up, we’ll be able to make decisions from a stable place. Choosing our path, guided by peace and not anxiety, will surely lead to emotional freedom from fear. I invite you once again this week to have an honest conversation with yourself. I know it’s hard to find uninterrupted time to devote to reflecting, but let’s push through and make it a priority to do this together. Schedule a time, even 20 minutes a day. Curl up in your favorite spot, grab your favorite drink and a journal. Then call your heart, mind and soul to your attention. And again, if you so desire, please email a few of your thoughts to president@detroitdeltas.org. I’d love to hear your reflections! Here are the next set of journal prompts: What has worked well for you throughout 2020? What’s the vision for yourself, your work, the Chapter, and your family? What resources or support do you need to help make it happen? I look forward to hearing some reflections! Also sorors, please enjoy your Thanksgiving. We may not be able to get together like we’d like, but we still have plenty to be thankful for! Be blessed! *excerpts from Grit and Virtue Yours in Service, Larmender A. Davis President NEW INFORMATION COMMUNITY OUTREACH HOLIDAY CARD WRITING CAMPAIGN First and foremost, THANKS to all the sorors who gave to our hygiene kit drive to support domestic violence survivors and the Halloween motorcade. Whether you donated, time, money or items, we appreciate you! As soror president often says, “Through the Storm We Serve.” In preparation for the holiday season we want to bring joy to those who have been caught in the crosshairs of the COVID-19 pandemic, our older adults. We are happy to announce a Holiday Card Writing Campaign Now through Tuesday, Dec. 15, we are asking sorors to donate holiday-themed cards that will be donated to nursing facilities in our service area. You are invited to either write an inspirational message or purchase cards with holiday messages. Please DO NOT place any money or anything other than a message in the card. When signing the card, please use: The ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Detroit Alumnae Chapter If you do not wish to sign the card, please do not seal the envelop and we will sign them. We will deliver the cards on Friday, December 18. These are the drop-off dates: Tuesday, Dec. 1 – 5-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10 – 5-6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12 – 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15 – 5- 7 p.m. If you have any questions, please email outreach@detroitdeltas.org. Community Outreach Committee Janeal J. Garry, Chair Lakia Wilson, Co-Chair Brittnee English, Co-Chair EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM Soror Informational Tip   Emergency Response Team Deborah McCreary, Chair Georgia Cambell, Co-Chair RISK MANAGEMENT Risk Management New Volunteer Training 2020-2021Risk Management is pleased to announce our Certification Training Process for persons wanting to become a certified volunteer with Detroit Deltas Youth Initiatives for the 2020/2021 sorority year. Volunteers must be 18 or older to apply. There will only be two trainings offered. Please plan to attend one of the ZOOM training sessions to become a certified volunteer on Tuesday, December 1 from 6 – 8:30 PM or Thursday, December 3 from 6 – 8:30 PM You must be on time for the Zoom training and remain the entire time. No one will be admitted after 6:10 PM TO APPLY: 1. The Application Process Deadline is December 17 @ 11:59 PM. At that time, your completed Application and InfoMart Report must be into riskmanagement@detroitdeltas.org. No late entries will be accepted. Background Check Link: https://www.deltasigmatheta.org/background-screening Application Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1u9qVA6z- wOoemV8G7vugW_cFY5e7Z8mTpcHr3uxVJNs/edit 3. You will receive a link to register along with Zoom Norms. https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUqf-ytpjIqH9X0otrRSpv0m2OiR4A26Cdu Thank you for your willingness to serve the community. We look forward to working with you! Risk Management Committee Mary Meeks, Chair Andrea Dunbar, Co-Chair SOCIAL ACTION  THREE IMPORTANT THINGS FOR THIS WEEK ONE Help to spread information to your family and friends living in Georgia about the Senate Run Offs. The following is nonpartisan information from our National Partner When We All Vote What’s a runoff? On Tuesday, January 5, 2021, Georgia will be holding runoff elections for its two seats in the United States Senate, which will also decide which party controls the chamber. A runoff election occurs when no candidate in the general election meets the 50% majority threshold. Only two candidates for each race will compete for the seat. Who can participate? Any eligible voter in Georgia! If you live in Georgia, this is your chance to make your voice heard once again or for the first time. You did not have to vote in the November 3rd elections to be eligible to participate in the runoffs. And if you weren’t old enough to vote on November 3rd, that’s okay! As long as you will be 18 by January 5th, you can vote in the runoff elections. If you or someone you know in Georgia is not registered to vote yet, the registration deadline for the Georgia runoffs is Monday, December 7. Please share the social media post below. TWO Consider donating to the organization Fair Fight founded by Stacey Abrams. Its purpose is to advocate and protect free, fair and secure elections across the country. They are now focusing on the Senate run off in Georgia. To get more information about the organization and to give a donation, go to https://fairfight.com/fair-fight-2020/. THREE Consider donating to a Georgia Senate candidate or candidates of your choice. Donations allow them to reach more voters. The candidates are as followed: Rev. Raphael Warnock, Democrat Website: https://warnockforgeorgia.com/ To volunteer: https://warnockforgeorgia.com/take-action/ Jon Ossoff, Democrat Website: electjon.com To volunteer: https://www.mobilize.us/electjon/event/362688/ Senator David Perdue, Republican (Challenged by Jon Ossoff) Website: https://perduesenate.com/ To volunteer: https://perduesenate.com/get-involved/volunteer/ Senator Kelly Loeffler, Republican (Challenged by Rev. Raphael Warnock) Website: https://kellyforsenate.com/ To volunteer: https://kellyforsenate.com/ Social Action Committee Donyale Stephen-Atara, Chair Andrea Cartwright, Co-Chair New Affiliate / Foundation / NPHC / Strategic Partner/Community News COMMUNITY NEWS – JOB FAIR   Winter Career Virtual Networking Summit presented by American Family Insurance I am sure you have witnessed the tragic decline in the recent job market and know of friends, members, and colleagues who are looking for career opportunities now. I am writing to invite you and the members of Delta Sigma Theta Detroit Alumnae Chapter to the Winter Career Virtual Networking Summit presented by American Family Insurance on Thursday, December 10, at 1pm As we move into the holiday season, American Family would like to extend an incredible opportunity for your organization to network with AFI’s leadership and meet with recruiters to unwrap their full career potential. A Fortune 300 company, American Family Insurance has offered commercial, life, health, and homeowners insurance coverage as well as investment and wealth management products since 1927. AFI is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workforce furthering their mission to support an inclusive culture that develops and retains top-level talent. This virtual networking summit demonstrates a desire to recruit diverse candidates for companywide opportunities within technology, customer service, marketing, finance, and more. AFI is a three-time recipient of the coveted Best Employer for Diversity by Forbes magazine. Feel free to check out the latest career opportunities here and follow AFI on LinkedIn or Facebook. As we enter the holidays, please give the members of Delta Sigma Theta Detroit Alumnae Chapter the gift of a long-term career opportunity in a world-class organization like American Family Insurance! Register here today for the Winter Career Virtual Networking Summit on December 10th. Sincerely, Mallory Ellis SISTERS NETWORK SAVE THE DATE Patient Education & Empowerment Webinar: Breast Cancer & Mental Health in the Age of COVID-19  REPEATED INFORMATION COUNCIL OF CHAPLAINS PRAYER AND MEMORIAL SERVICEJoin the Council of Chaplains, Membership Services, Ritual and Ceremonies, and Special Services as they collaborate to bring us a Prayer and Memorial Service Sunday, December 6 at 5 pm This service will feature prayers and words of comfort, as we honor our sorors who have passed since the pandemic began. This intimate service is for members of the Detroit Alumnae Chapter only. Please do not share information or invite others to attend. Registration Required Council of Chaplains Yvonne Hackett, Chair Angela Pinkett, Co-ChairMembership Services Stephanie Hobson, Chair Tonya Roscoe, Co-Chair Ritual and Ceremonies Marilyn Smith-Hines, Chair Lisa Biles, Co-Chair Special Services Katrina Young, Chair Glynis Dale, Co-Chair PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH  JOIN WEIGHT WATCHERS TODAY Hello Sorors! We hope you all are whole and well! If you are considering managing your weight or dropping some pounds during the holiday season, please check out the special DST WW Program! Sorors leading the classes and sorors losing together! Here is the link! For Sorors ONLY! https://www.weightwatchers.com/us/dst ~ ~ ~ ~ ~  FLU SHOT Jonnie Hamilton will be giving flu shots at her office on Nov. 23 from 2 – 5 p.m. You may also call her office at 248-949-5694 and make an appointment for an individual visit and she will be glad to accommodate you. Physical and Mental Health Committee Sherryl Hinton Scott, Chair Kalimah Johnson, Co-Chair RULES OF ORDER & POLICIES AND PROCEDURES RULES OF ORDER & POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AMENDMENT FORM Sorors, I pray this note finds you each well and whole. In the October 23 Special Announcement Hotline, you were provided a copy of the 2020 ROPP and Attachments. Now that you’ve read it, it is time for you to submit any proposed changes. I know you just can’t wait The deadline to submit proposed changes to ropp@detroitdeltas.org is Friday, January 1, 2021 by 11:59 p.m. The ROPP Amendment Form should be used to submit any proposed changes. Below find a link to the ROPP Amendment Form and instructions on how to fill it out. Also find links to samples of the correct and incorrect way to fill out the form. Each officer, committee chair or network affiliate point person will also receive a direct communication from your assigned ROPP Committee liaison, providing the form. Should you have any questions – feel free to contact ropp@detroitdeltas.org. Stay Safe and Blessed, ROPP Committee Jenice Mitchell Ford, Chair ROPP 2020 AMENDMENT FORM SAMPLE #1 SAMPLE #2 TECHNOLOGY RED ROOM READY TO RE-LAUNCH We have finally arrived! After a few years of inactivity, we are ready to re-launch the Red Room for our Chapter. This is the members only section of our website that will house important chapter information as well as a chapter calendar, allowing you to sign-up for committees and so much more! Below is a quick summary on what to expect and next steps, but please refer to the attached manual for full details. All financial members will be provided a detroitdeltas.org email address over the next few weeks. PLEASE NOTE** YOU CAN NOT ACCESS THE RED ROOM UNTIL YOU RECEIVE YOUR NEW DETROIT DELTAS EMAIL ADDRESS We will send it to the personal email address on file with the chapter. You should then login here to complete setup of your new email account (see attached Manual for full details) After you have set your new password, your email address setup is complete – now head over to the Red Room! The HOTLINE will list a variety of ways to assist those experiencing issues, We ask sorors to extend grace and patience as we complete this process. We are excited to use this platform for our Chapter especially in this new Virtual time. RED ROOM ACCESS MANUAL ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Technology Committee Jacinta Mba, Chair DAC WAYS AND MEANS  THE DAC DELTA SHOPPE IS BACK !!! * NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS * Introducing our new Social Action shirt! Social Action Is Who We Are! Order your custom DAC Social Action Shirt . Show your DAC pride by letting everyone know who we are! Shirts are $19.13 + Shipping Available in Red, White, or Black in Ladies sizes S – 3X (larger sizes by request) CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOUR SHIRT Ways and Means Committee Staci Brooks, Chair Stacy Olivache’ and Melanie Martin, Co-Chairs MEMBERSHIP SERVICES COMMUNICATION TOOL: TEXT REMINDERS FROM DAC Members-only one way text messages via Remind 101 TO ENROLL: Text @dacmembers to 81010 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ WE WANT TO RECOGNIZE YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS! Sorors we want to acknowledge your achievements and good news, please self report via Recognitions@DetroitDeltas.org  GOT DUES? As most of you know, Grand Chapter has waived the $10 late fee as well as the reinstatement fee for the 2020-2021 dues submission. During this challenging Sorority year, our chapter will depend on membership dues more than ever before – because of the impact this pandemic is having on our fundraising plans. If you haven’t paid your dues yet, save yourself a little money, and do so ASAP by mailing them to: Patrice Simpson 16156 Bentler Detroit, MI 48219 or by emailing your forms to asst.financial.secretary@detroitdeltas.org 2020-2021 DUES FORM CREDIT CARD FORM Membership Services Committee Stephanie Hobson, Chair Tonya Roscoe, Co-Chair Repeated New Affiliate / Foundation / NPHC / Strategic Partner/Community News ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ DREF Seeks Applicants for the Vivian A. Ware Research Fellowship One Year, $50,000 stipend to write the history of DREF The 2020-21 Vivian A. Ware Research Fellowship, offered by the Delta Research and Educational Foundation is an opportunity for Delta sorors who are qualified to conduct research and write the history of DREF. The link below to the DREF website lists the Fellowship guidelines and application. The Fellowship is for one year and offers a stipend of $50,000. The November 30 deadline is fast approaching. https://www.deltafoundation.net/news-events/news/dref-seeks-applicants-for-vivian-a-ware-research-fellowship For more information: Deborah Peaks Coleman dpcoleman@deltafoundation.net Many thanks, Patricia Watkins Lattimore CEO Delta Research and Educational Foundation |
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