EXEMPLIFYING EXCELLENCE THROUGH SUSTAINABLE SERVICE is the 2018-2022 program theme. This includes five program targets that are designed to advance the mission of Alpha Kappa Alpha with excellence and underscore our commitment to sustainable service.
The five program targets for 2018-2022 are:
Target 1: HBCU for Life: A Call to Action will have members continue its focus on education with an emphasis on historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). This includes promoting and marketing historically black colleges and universities and encouraging students to attend HBCUs, encouraging financial support of HBCUs, and assisting students as they seek admission to college by providing guidance and support in completing the application and enrollment process.
Target 2: Women’s Healthcare and Wellness will have members continue to raise community awareness of critical health issues impacting African-American women. The primary focuses will be breast cancer awareness and prevention, heart health, nutrition and wellness, and care for the caregivers.
Target 3: Building Your Economic Legacy will emphasize financial planning, asset accumulation, and wealth building including savings and investments, managing debt, and improving credit.
Target 4: The Arts! will expose students to arts enrichment and culture by focusing on visual and performing arts and by showcasing talent through the exploration of writers, entertainers and various other artists.
Target 5: Global Impact will engage in programming designed to enhance the international footprint of the sorority.