International Program Targets
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® is dedicated to implementing programs of service that enhance the social, economic, and educational well-being of the local, national and international communities. Programs remain the heart of AKA. The size and scope of services provided to our communities have grown and significantly improve the quality of life for all who reside within our service areas.
The program theme for 2026-2030 is AKA Foster the Future: From Here to Hope. The International Program is a compassionate call to action designed to uplift vulnerable children and families by addressing immediate needs while creating long-term opportunities for stability, success, and belonging. The Strategic Focuses include:
Support children in foster and kinship care through education, mentorship, and essential resources
Partner with agencies, schools, and community organizations serving vulnerable youth
Provide family-centered support that promotes dignity, healing, and empowerment
Increase awareness and advocacy around foster care and family support systems
Create sustainable pathways toward academic achievement, emotional wellness, and lifelong success
Target 1: Educational Support & Advocacy
Alpha Kappa Alpha will advance educational excellence by creating equitable pathways to learning, leadership, literacy, and lifelong achievement for children, youth, families, educators, and underserved communities.
Strategic Focus:
Promote literacy and academic success from cradle to career
Support educators through advocacy, appreciation, and professional development
Expand access to college readiness, career exposure, and scholarship opportunities
Strengthen family and community engagement in education
Invest in confidence-building, leadership development, and mentorship for youth
Target 2: AKA Family Matters
Alpha Kappa Alpha will strengthen families and communities by promoting safety, connection, stability, preparedness, and multigenerational wellness through intentional engagement and supportive programming.
Strategic Focus:
Encourage healthy family relationships and support systems
Provide resources for kinship care and family stabilization
Promote youth engagement, mentoring, and life skills
Increase awareness around safety, preparedness, and violence prevention
Foster stronger intergenerational connections and community support
Target 3: Health Awareness & Well-Being
Alpha Kappa Alpha will improve the overall health and well-being of communities by increasing education, access, prevention, advocacy, and culturally responsive wellness initiatives for all ages.
Strategic Focus:
Address health disparities impacting underserved communities
Promote preventive screenings and healthy lifestyle choices
Expand mental health awareness and emotional wellness support
Increase awareness around women’s, men’s, and youth health concerns
Encourage holistic wellness, self-care, and community healing
Target 4: Economic Growth & Success
Alpha Kappa Alpha will empower individuals, families, and communities to build sustainable wealth, financial stability, entrepreneurship, and economic opportunity through education, access, advocacy, and innovation.
Strategic Focus:
Promote entrepreneurship and small business growth
Increase financial literacy and wealth-building knowledge
Support career advancement and workforce readiness
Encourage community investment and economic collaboration
Expand access to funding resources and business development tools
Target 5: Environmental & Sustainability Action
Alpha Kappa Alpha will promote environmental responsibility, sustainability, and community stewardship through education, advocacy, conservation, and action-driven initiatives that protect future generations.
Strategic Focus:
Encourage environmental awareness and sustainable living practices
Reduce waste and promote recycling and conservation efforts
Support urban gardening, food sustainability, and green spaces
Educate communities on environmental justice issues
Advocate for policies and partnerships that improve environmental outcomes
Environmental Justice Advocacy
Target 6: Arts Advocacy & Cultural Awareness
Alpha Kappa Alpha will celebrate, preserve, and elevate arts, culture, and creative expression as powerful tools for education, empowerment, economic opportunity, and community connection.
Strategic Focus:
Expand access to arts education and creative experiences
Highlight African American culture, heritage, and contributions
Support emerging artists and cultural entrepreneurs
Foster intergenerational cultural appreciation and storytelling
Use the arts as a catalyst for healing, unity, and transformation
Target 7: The Global Community
Alpha Kappa Alpha will strengthen global awareness, service, collaboration, and cultural understanding by connecting communities across nations through impactful outreach and international engagement.
Strategic Focus:
Expand global partnerships and collaborative service opportunities
Promote cultural exchange and international awareness
Support humanitarian initiatives impacting vulnerable populations
Highlight the sorority’s international footprint and impact
Foster global sisterhood through education and shared experiences
Target 8: Undergraduate Impact Program
Alpha Kappa Alpha will empower undergraduate members to lead with confidence, purpose, and accountability by providing meaningful support, leadership development, advocacy, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Strategic Focus
Address issues impacting collegiate women and campus communities
Promote leadership development and sorority engagement
Support emotional wellness and personal safety initiatives
Encourage civic engagement and advocacy awareness
Strengthen pathways from undergraduate to graduate membership engagement
