A member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Chisholm became the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress in 1968, representing New York’s 12th congressional district, which encompassed the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn.

During her time at Brooklyn College, she was a member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority and the Harriet Tubman Society. [28] As a member of the Harriet Tubman Society, she advocated for inclusion (specifically in terms of the integration of black soldiers in the military during World War II), the addition of courses that focused on African-American ...

Jan 13, 2025 · Democratic U.S. Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm thanking Delegates from Podium during Third Session of Democratic National Convention, Miami, Florida, USA, photograph by Thomas J. O’Halloran ...

Jan 21, 2021 · Chisholm went on to Brooklyn College, where she received awards for her skills as a debater, joined the Delta Sigma Theta sorority and the Harriet Tubman Society. While a student,...

During her time at Brooklyn College, she was a member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority and the Harriet Tubman Society. As a member of the Harriet Tubman Society, she advocated for inclusion (specifically in terms of the integration of black soldiers in the military during World War II), the addition of courses that focused on African-American ...

Sep 6, 2024 · You can watch the performance of "Unbossed & Unbowed" and celebrate 100 years of Shirley Chisholm on Saturday, September 7 at the Lefferts Historic House in Prospect Park.

Jan 1, 2020 · This involvement included the Pan-American Club, the Harriet Tubman Society, the Social Service Club, the Debate Team and Delta Sigma Theta, a Black sorority. While at Columbia, a professor enthusiastically encouraged her to enter politics.

Apr 14, 2016 · Members of the service sorority Delta Sigma Theta, from which both Chisholm and Robinson are alumnae, wearing their signature red attire, were scattered throughout the audience. Delta alumnae Shawna N. Myles, an assistant principal in Brownsville, grew up in Brooklyn in the aura of the Chisholm legacy; Chisholm influenced her family.

The Social Action Committee of Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated partnered with the Prospect Park Alliance, the League of Women Voters and Brooklyn NAACP to present the one-woman show, “Shirley: Unbossed and Unbowed” at the Lefferts Historic House in Prospect Park.

Nov 20, 2024 · Guest speakers from Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated were also present to commemorate Chisholm, who became a member of Delta Sigma Theta in 1969. Kenya Johnson, the president of the Brooklyn Alumnae chapter, spoke about how Chisholm’s trailblazing representation changed the course of life for many.