Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is hosting its 57th National Convention from July 8–13, 2025, in Washington, D.C., gathering over 20,000 members in person and 13,000 virtually to celebrate more than a century of sisterhood, service, and social action. Events include community service projects, scholarship awards, entrepreneurship competitions, and a keynote address by Senator Cory Booker at the Social Action Luncheon.
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Leaders of Black community receive honors at AFRO Juneteenth breakfast
The AFRO American Newspapers hosted a Juneteenth breakfast on June 19 at the Center Club in downtown Baltimore to celebrate the Black Press and community leaders who have contributed to the uplifting of the Black community.
A time to reflect: Why Juneteenth?
Juneteenth is a national holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in Confederate states, acknowledges the pain of slavery and the joy of freedom, and enriches the cultural fabric of the nation.
PRESS ROOM: AFRO to host Juneteenth breakfast ‘Celebrating the Black Press’
The AFRO is hosting a breakfast to celebrate Juneteenth and honor leaders and institutions who have played a crucial role in preserving Black stories, including Dr. Ben Chavis, Dr. Thelma T. Daley, Dr. Karsonya Wise Whitehead, Bobby Henry Sr., and others.

