2026 SESSION
ENROLLED
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 214
Commending the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Lambda Gamma Omega Chapter.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026
WHEREAS, for 50 years, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Lambda Gamma Omega Chapter has nurtured the growth and development of its members while supporting the Virginia Beach community through numerous endeavors; and
WHEREAS, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Lambda Gamma Omega Chapter was chartered on June 5, 1976, with 19 members, becoming the first African American Greek-lettered organization to be charted in Virginia Beach; and
WHEREAS, today, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Lambda Gamma Omega Chapter has upwards of 100 members who have expertise and experience in a variety of industries and fields; and
WHEREAS, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Lambda Gamma Omega Chapter's members work tirelessly to serve the community by spearheading an array of initiatives and endeavors in the areas of education, health, the arts, and financial literacy; and
WHEREAS, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Lambda Gamma Omega Chapter helped to charter the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Sigma Omicron Chapter at Virginia Wesleyan University, contributing immeasurably to the success of its student members; and
WHEREAS, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Lambda Gamma Omega Chapter has cultivated relationships with a number of local partners to enhance its ability to fulfill its mission; and