Richmond organization hopes to inspire a new generation of orators
The world now knows one young Harvard grad whoâs using her voice for change. Poetry gave Amanda Gorman her voice. In January, she became the youngest person in U.S. history to read at a presidential inauguration. Her accomplishment is another boost for a Richmond public service organization pushing young people to also use the power in their voices.
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RICHMOND, Va. The world now knows one young Harvard grad whoâs using her voice for change.
Poetry gave Amanda Gorman her voice.
12/10/2020, 6 p.m.
Six years after Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity was created at Howard University, a new chapter was established in Richmond in the summer of 1920.
Initially known as the Richmond Alumni Chapter, the Iota Sigma Chapter continues to promote its mission of solidarity and service as it celebrates its 100th anniversary under the leadership of Kevin Holder, chapter president.
âI wanted to see Iota Sigma continue to thrive as a chapter and make a positive impact in the community through our programmatic thrusts â Bigger and Better Business, Education and Social Action,â says Mr. Holder, who has served two consecutive terms at the helm.