I want to join a black sorority. Which is best for me?

Question

I'm interested in the concept and progress of sisterhood and the empowerment of black women and men of the community. I want to be in a sorrority that exhorts what it is to be the higher standard of a beautiful, educated, black woman and who leads by example. I have a daughter and I want to be her example in life. My college offers Delta Sigma Theta, Sigma Gamma Rho and Zeta Phi Beta. I looked up these organizations but I'm still unsure about which way to go. What should I do or which should I pick?

Answer 1

You have to look at each organization out there. Looks may be decieving though. Me myself if chose the Blu-Phi family. But its totally up to you. Find out which do community service if you are into that. And I dont mean the required service but those that go out on their own thime and do it year round. Thats what really counts the most. And for you silly simple minded people who refuse to read. There are people of all different races and backgrounds within all Greek Frats, ans Soros!!!!! There is nothing racist there.

Answer 2

I am dealing with a similar dilemma. Trying to decide which sorority to join can be a difficult task, but what I'm finding is that it's best to go with which sorority appeals to you, despite what your family thinks. (My aunt is a proud AKA, but I'm leaning toward Z-phi.) Who are the most active in community service at your school?

Someone who answered earlier addressed this, but I wanted to reiterate. Why is it that when people talk about Black Greek organizations, some white people get offended? There was this little thing our country had a while ago called SEGREGATION: we weren't admitted to most schools in the country, let alone allowed to join their Greek organizations. So we had to create our own. For well over a century, Black Greek organizations have existed.

So for white people who deem Black organizations "racist," think about how white racism is part of the reason we had to form our own organizations in the first place. Pick up a history book before you make judgments.

Answer 3

No one can really tell you what decision to make here but it is indeed an important decision to make since the nine historically African American sororities and fraternities regard membership as a life long committment that extends beyond college. Some people join a specific sorority or fraternity because it's a legacy in their families. I knew someone whose mother and grandmother were in the same sorority so she decided to join that one also. If you do not have such a legacy, I suggest that you do your research on all of them and perhaps attend a rush or interest meeting for each. I've been a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. since the Spring of 1993 and I chose my sorority because on my campus, these were the women that made the biggest impression on me and who I could see myself being around. So I suggest that you check out everyone first before making a life altering decision...because it will change your life...for the better.

As for the comment about being racist, that person really needs to become educated about our organizations before making unfounded judgements. All of the historically African American sororities and fraternities have a rich history and legacy rooted in struggle, determination, and a willingness to serve and uplift the African American community, starting out in the early 1900's at a time when there was great racial discrimination and joining White sororities and fraternities was out of the question. Today ALL of these organizations have at least 90,000 members worldwide including chapters in the Caribbean, Africa, Germany, and Asia. And yes they ALL have non-Black members since they do not and cannot discriminate, although the focus remains the same, which is to serve and support the communities in which we live.

Answer 4

You have to figure that out for yourself, and more importantly you have to make sure that you really want to be in a NPHC sorority in the first place. Being in a NPHC sorority shouldn't make you more of an example in your daughter's life. You're already a huge example in her life just by being her mother and loving her.
Whatever, you end up choosing to be a part of, make sure that its because of your love for that organization and what they contribute to the world. Also, make sure that you are bringing something to the organization because you will represent that organization, the organization will not represent you.
I recommend using your resources, there are books and websites that explain the main principles of each NPHC sorority, current activities, history, and other facts. Research as much as you can, and after you have done your research, you will know. If you still don't know then, no offense, maybe its not for you.
Remember, being a member of any one of the NPHC organizations is a LIFETIME commitment, and should not be taken lightly, that's why its so important to make the correct decision whether or not to join and if so, which organization to join.

Answer 5

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I want to join a black sorority. Which is best for me?
I'm interested in the concept and progress of sisterhood and the empowerment of black women and men of the community. I want to be in a sorrority that exhorts what it is to be the higher standard of a beautiful, educated, black woman and who leads by example. I have a daughter and I want to be...

Answer 6

@Nate, look up best sororities on Google and see how in majority of the list the sorority has not one AA person represented, and that is a search I did today 5/4/15! It is disheartening that this day and age the segregation is still going on strong. Truly saddens me.

Answer 7

Which group of girls do you feel most comfortable with? Which group would you like to be associated with? Which group actually lives up to its principles? Which group has true sisterhood and actually does work in the community? Let those questions guide you and good luck. Research and make sure that you are joining for the right reasons because you will no longer be "mskfelton;" you will be "mskfelton the XYZ."

Answer 8

How would you feel if some said they wanted to join a white sorrority and wrote wrote exactly what you wrote except changed all the words from black to white? They would be racist. Joining a sorrority that caters to one group is racist. I don't care who you are. Teach her to have an open mind and respect herself and others. If your really interested in raising your young one right. A book called 10 stupid things parents do to mess up their childs lives. By Dr. Laura. Very good book although you might not like it some people don't like the straight truth.