Program Planning and Development Committee presents:

Webinar

ΔΣΘ IMPACT DAY 2011

March 12, 2011

THEME:ADDRESSING THE BLACK MALE CRISIS

Biennial Theme: A Sisterhood Called to Serve: Transforming Lives, Impacting Communities

Program Initiative: Young Black Males A Call to Action for Community Engagement Collaborations and Partnerships for

Awareness, Solutions, Actions Community Action Plan

IMPACT Day 2011March 12, 2011

To highlight the purpose of IMPACT Day. To present the theme of IMPACT Day 2011. To provide a program overview for IMPACT

Day 2011. To identify implementation options for

IMPACT Day. To address questions and concerns for

program implementation.

PURPOSE OF THE WEBINAR

Dr. Thelma J. Day, Co-chair, National Program Planning and Development Committee

Dr. Deborah C. Thomas, Co-chair, National Program Planning and Development Committee

Dr. Dione S. Christy, Member, National Program Planning and Development Committee

WEBINAR PRESENTERS

National Day of Service since the 1990’s Initiated in July 2010 at the 50th National

Convention. Signature initiative of Cynthia M. A. Butler-

McIntyre, National President. Public Brand for A Sisterhood Called To

Serve

BACKGROUND INFORMATION ON IMPACT DAY

IMPACT Inspiring and Mobilizing Public Service Advocates for Community Transformations

IMPACT – THE ACRONYM

Day of Community Service Across The Grand Chapter

Interactive Activities Collective Community Engagement Solutions for the Black Male Crisis Extension of Signature Program: EMBODI

A CALL TO ACTION: IMPACT DAY 2011

Signature Program Vision of National President Cynthia M. A.

Butler-McIntyre Acronym (EMBODI) Empowering Males to Build Opportunities

For Developing Independence

WHAT IS EMBODI?

Promotes and provides opportunities to improve the quality of life for black males.

Outlines a comprehensive approach for developing potential in young black males.

Focuses program implementation on education, culture, mentorship, preventive health care, financial planning, scholarship, and community service.

EMBODI PROGRAM

Scientific Research Points to the following areas of concern for the Black Male.

Education (The Achievement Gap) Access to Digital Learning Justice System Violence Healthy Lifestyles Career Development Job Opportunities Parental Support and Mentoring

AREAS OF CONCERN FOR THE BLACK MALE

Community Engagement to Address Issues Affecting the Development of Black Males

Partnerships with Churches and Community Groups

Development (or Extension) of EMBODI Programs

DESIRED OUTCOMES FOR IMPACT DAY 2011

Review research related to community need and resources.

Identify goals and priorities. Explore collaborative action and

partnerships. Develop a plan of action. Implement. Monitor. Evaluate.

PROGRAM PLANNING FOR IMPACT DAY

IMPLEMENTATION IDEAS

Town Hall Meeting Teen Forum Partnering with Boys and Girls Clubs Planting Ceremony Organize a visit to a senior citizens home

and have young men read (stories or newspaper articles to residents). “Real Men Read”

SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES FOR IMPACT DAY

Collaborate with your city’s Beautification Committee to organize a neighborhood clean-up with young males and mentors.

Collaborate with fraternities for a Young Black Male Empowerment Conference. (Suggested Topics: Career Development and Young Black Male Issues)

Collaborate with local media to initiate a radio talk show addressing young male issues.

ACTIVITIES FOR IMPACT DAY

EMBODI Conference Play Highlighting The Black Male Preparation of CD’s with “power” songs

about Black Males Dress for Success Presentation Partnerships with 100 Black Men (Eagle

Academy)

SELECTED CHAPTER PLANS

PLAN OF ACTION PRE-SURVEYDUE FEBRUARY 15, 2011

IMPACT Day of ServicePlan of Action

Chapter: _____________________________________________________________________Region: ______________________________________________________________________President: ____________________________________________________________________Address: _____________________________________________________________________City: ____________________________________ State: ______ Zip Code: _________Phone: __________________________________Email: ___________________________________

Chapter’s IMPACT Day project/activity goal:  Description of chapter’s IMPACT Day project/activity: Projected audience and approximate number to be served: Projected number of sorors to participate in the project/activity:

Please submit this completed form by February 15, 2011 to:

ppd@deltasigmatheta.org 

POST SURVEY DOCUMENTATION

Chapter Name Chapter AddressPresident Name Email Address

1. Please describe any special activities performed by the chapter on IMPACT Day. Please include:

a. number of chapter members participatingb. number of community participants reached/attending the

activity(ies)c. any press releases, media plans or articlesd. types of educational tools used, the handoutse. submit detailed budget narratives

2. Did your chapter collaborate with other community organizations? List the organizations. Explain the nature of the collaboration.

3. List your goals and your outcomes achieved during the IMPACT Day.

Please return this completed form by April 30, 2011 to: ppd@deltasigmatheta.org

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Can our chapter schedule IMPACT Day on March 19, 2011?

Answer: IMPACT Day activities should be completed no later than March 31, 2011.

QUESTION NUMBER ONE

Can our chapter use a scheduled EMBODI teen forum as our IMPACT Day activity?

Answer: Yes.

QUESTION NUMBER TWO

Is the scheduling of IMPACT Day required of our chapter?

Answer: IMPACT Day is not required. As a sisterhood called to serve, chapters are encouraged to participate in IMPACT Day.

QUESTION NUMBER THREE

WEBINAR EVALUATION

Program Planning and Development Committee 2010-2013

Dr. Patricia A. AckermanShavon ArlineArielle CallowayDr. Dione S. ChristyShantell E. Cox-HutchinsonStephaney C. CrawfordS. Sharelle DaileyDr. Jocelyn F. GarrickLori J. GibbsAmber N. GrayDr. Jennie S. GreenMary Henry

Sandra P. JohnsonBrandi P. JonesDr. Sybil Knight-BurneyAshley LewisBarbara Moseley-DavisSheila G. OgilviePamela M. RogersKimberly SmithJennifer C. StimpsonKatrina H. ThomasDanita L. Wimbush

Dr. Thelma J. Day, Co-ChairDr. Deborah C. Thomas, Co-Chair

Carolyn McCrea, Program CoordinatorPrincess Bethea, Program Specialist

Further needs and concerns may be registered with the Program Planning and Development Committee at ppd@deltasigmatheta.org.

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