NATIONAL PROJECTS
CAREER EXPLORATION
We see every challenge as an opportunity, and this initiative helps us ensure that our partners are better prepared to manage the unique situations they find themselves in. We are invested in an innovative approach that empowers our community and delivers the support they need, when they need it.
TUTORIAL
Members assist the educational system by providing remedial help for those with academic weaknesses and work to eradicate illiteracy.
TOYS “U” CAN’T RETURN
A teen pregnancy prevention project designed to help educate communities about teen pregnancy and develop effective action agendas for preventing children from having children.
IOTA MOTHERS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (IMAP)
A program designed to provide outreach services to meet the needs of teen and disadvantaged mothers.
FUTURE IOTA LEADERS (FIL)
FIL are preteen and teenage girls and boys who are mentored by members of the Iota family. Programs provide socialization and development opportunities for youth leadership training, and encourage them to realize their potentials to the fullest. Click here for more info
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are awarded annually on the chapter, regional, and national levels.
LOLA M. PARKER AWARD (OUTSTANDING WOMAN OF THE YEAR)
MAHALA S. EVANS AWARD (OUTSTANDING SOROR OF THE YEAR)
LOCAL PROGRAMS
Meaningful Work. Unforgettable Experiences.
THE POWER OF SHE AWARDS
Biannual awards program to honor women who have demonstrated leadership and are making changes and impacting our local communities every day
HEALTHY BABIES PROJECT
Our local partner where we offer programming from our Iota Mother's Assistance Program, Toys "U" Can't Return, and Tutorial programs
YOUTH PROGRAMS
We partner with the Business Academy at Suitland High School, the STEM Academy at Dunbar High School, and the Healthy Babies Project DC to provide college readiness programming.
GAMMA GOES RED
Annual fundraiser to raise awareness for Heart Disease and Gamma Chapter Scholarships