BLACK GREEK SUCCESS
A PLEDGE TO SERVE INITIATIVE OF THE PURPOSEFUL PHILANTHROPY FOUNDATION
THE IMPACT OF THE DIVINE NINE SERVANT LEADERSHIP
The early 20th Century was marked by a period of enlightenment for African Americans which led to a movement of diversifying leadership throughout the nation. Members of the Divine Nine have played key roles in the Harlem Renaissance, the Civil Rights Movement and the infusion of African Americans into the American political arena. While this timeline is not a complete representation of Divine Nine members' achievements, it presents an opportunity to discover more about the Divine Nine's collective influence. Click the link of one of the organizations below to continue your journey of learning!
The Brothers
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Alpha Phi Alpha, founded 1906 at Cornell University
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Kappa Alpha Psi, founded 1911 at Indiana University
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Omega Psi Phi, founded 1911 at Howard University
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Phi Beta Sigma, founded 1914 at Howard University
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Iota Phi Theta, founded 1963 at Morgan State University
The Sisters
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Alpha Kappa Alpha, founded 1908 at Howard University
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Delta Sigma Theta, founded 1913 at Howard University
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Zeta Phi Beta, founded 1920 at Howard University
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Sigma Gamma Rho, founded 1922 at Butler University
