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PAIR OF JEANS

OUR VISION

To be recognized as one of the best chapters within

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. as a result of our

brotherly love, our love for Omega, and our work to

achieve fraternity goals.

OUR MISSION

To proudly display and promote Manhood and

Scholarship through unity, hard work, and

Perseverance to help Uplift the people in our local

community with an emphasis on our youth and

senior citizens.

INTRODUCTIONSIntroduction & Presentation

Designation of a Military Chapter

The of�cial designation of “Military Chapter” was not formally recognized by the International Headquarters of Omega

Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Throughout other Omega chapters, it is a generally accepted practice, however, to af�liate

chapters who have a large contingent of military members with the title ‘Military Chapter. The International

Headquarters recognized PKK as a Military Chapter.

Preamble

We, the Members of Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., believing that men of similar ideals

of fellowship should bind themselves together in order to form a more perfect union among college trained men, to

promote the principles of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance and Uplift; to enhance brotherly love and embellish the

wholesome fraternal spirit within the Chapter; to protect the sanctity of the home and the chastity of women, do hereby

establish this Chapter Constitution and accompanying By-Laws for the governance of its members.

Purpose of Phi Kappa Kappa

• Create a more perfect union of college educated men of similar high ideals of scholarship and manhood through

perseverance and uplift.

• To stimulate the attainment of ideals and ambitions of its members.

• To disseminate and inculcate those ideals among those with whom its members come in contact.

• To occupy a progressive, helpful and constructive place in the civic and political life within the area.

• To cooperate with the schools within the Greater Atlanta/East Point area, in fostering these ideals.

• To prepare its members for greater usefulness for the causes of humanity, freedom, and dignity of individuals.

• To aid downtrodden humanity in its effort to achieve higher social, economic and intellectual status.

• To promote fraternal brotherhood through service activities.

Brothers, Family and Friends, I greet you in the name of the Supreme Basileus of the Universe, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Thank you on behalf of the Phi Kappa Kappa (PKK) Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated for your support through the years. PKK Chapter promotes Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift in our efforts to positively impact the lives of youth and disadvantaged families of the Metro Atlanta area. The brothers of PKK are committed to upholding the principles, standards, and traditions of Omega as we execute Omega’s National Mandated Programs which include: Assault on Illiteracy; College Endowment; NAACP; Memorial Service; Scholarship; Social Action; Talent Hunt; Reclamation; Retention; Voter Registration; Education; Mobilization; and Health Initiatives. Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter has received several awards since its chartering. The Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter aims to make a difference in our communities through our commitment to youth mentorship, awarding scholarships, providing awareness and support for health issues, and providing social guidance in the Atlanta Metropolitan area. Scholarship remains the key pillar of the chapter while fundraising serves as the cornerstone for scholarships and mentoring initiatives. Throughout the chapter’s rich history, we have awarded more than $300,000 in scholarships to graduating high school seniors and provided venues to assist them in making the transition to post secondary education. As you review this year’s activities, you will see that Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter has taken on a wholistic approach in recognizing youths’ abilities and supporting them and the surrounding community through athletic, STEAM, and socially involved programs.

Peace and Blessings,

Christopher DuggerBasileus, Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter

Basileus Welcome

Greetings Brothers, It is an honor to present the Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Social Action book for the year 2019-2020. This Omega year brought on unforeseen challenges during this pandemic, but Phi Kappa Kappa continued to persevere and was able to impact the East Point and College Park service areas. We believe in uplifting our community through relentless service and community projects. Chapters are expected to formulate and execute meaningful Social Action projects, programs, and activities that impact the service area, and the brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa did not disappoint. I hope serving as the Social Action Chair has been ful�lling to see Omega men ‘uplift’ the community and ‘persevere’ despite the challenges we have faced. I am continually reminded that our greatest strength is our bond with each other and serving our community. As you scroll through our Chapter Booklet, I hope you can see our desire to serve and impact in making a difference. I have outlined social action and community service projects the men of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter have addressed which includes food distribution to those in need, fatherhood and mentoring programs, health initiatives, VA outreach, football recruiting summit, and social injustices, to name a few. These projects impact our youth, elderly, disabled, and a cross-section of race and culture. These projects have a geographic sphere that encompasses the international, national, and local communities we serve. We remain ever dedicated to the Fraternity’s international program of service, responsible citizenry, and community uplift.

At Phi Kappa Kappa - we are a serving chapter, focused on uplifting our community through our various Social Action programs. If we can impact and make someone’s life a little better, our efforts are not in vain. We want to be a light that shines brightly in the East Point and College Park, GA service areas. Fraternally,

Bro. Robert Tyrone CarterPhi Kappa Kappa Chair

Robert Tyrone Carter

Social Action Chair Welcome

EDITORIAL NOTE

Table of ContentsAchievement Week

Scholarship Appendix A

Conclave / Leadership Conference / District Meeting

Memorial Service

Social Action Fatherhood Initiative & Youth Mentoring Appendix B Big Brothers - Big Sisters Other Social Action Programs & Events Media Documentation Talent Hunt

Reclamation / Retention Appendix D

College Endowment Fund NAACP Life Member Appendix E

International Health Initatives

Other Local Community Based Activities

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Achievement Week

National Achievement Week is a mandated program of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., that was originally designed to promote the study of African American life and history. It's beginnings date back to the 1920 Grand Conclave in Nashville. It was at this Conclave that Bro. Carter G. Woodson inspired the overall idea. In 1927, at his urging, the Fraternity made National Negro Achievement Week an annual observance. In 1976, this commemoration evolved into Black History Month. Presently, the Achievement Week Program is used to recognize those individuals at the local and national levels who have made signi�cant contributions toward improving the quality of life for African Americans.

Objectives of the Observance• To focus attention on outstanding achievement, not only by giving appropriate recognition to those who have achieved, but also by stimulating others to gain even higher eminence. • To implement our democratic way of life by emphasizing that all people must be judged by their accomplishments and their service to mankind, regardless of nationality, religion, or race. • To raise the prestige of Omega by providing a worthwhile project to which our chapter may direct its energies; this united effort should stimulate and enrich the communities where Omega Psi Phi Chapters are located.

The Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa celebrated and participated in Achievement Week activities from November 8th – 17th. There was lots of fellowship and brotherhood on display as the brothers of PKK celebrated another Founders Day Week and another year of fraternal work within our community.

Achievement Week

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Omega Colonel Charles Young Award

Brother LTC Jackson

Omega Citizen of the Year Award,

Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham, East Point, GA

Omega Superior Service Award

Brother Ernest Smith

Omega Founders Award

Brother Anthony Davis 6

Omega Man of the Year, Brother Oliver Baker

Basileus Awards, Brother Tyrone Carter & Brother Kevin Horton (In place of Brother Thornton is

Brother Ernest Smith)

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Achievement Week Banquet

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Fraternity Rededication

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Purple Friday & Monday Night Football

My Brother's Keeper

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Assault on Literacy

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church service

SECOND MOUNT VERNON BAPTIST

.The Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa were invited to spend the day with the congregation of Second Mount Vernon Baptist Church to observe and participate in their Sixth Pastoral Anniversary of Brother Oshebar Hardman. Over the years, we have established a blessed relationship with the church as we have partnered with the congregation for Quarterly Prayer Breakfasts. The original location for Second Mount Vernon was damaged by �re one week prior to the Pastoral Anniversary; therefore, the events were held at Ivy Preparatory Academy for Girls. The spirit of rebirth and rededication �lled the congregation as they are eager and determined to rebuild their church home. Pastor Hardman’s message, “God’s Got You Covered,” was masterfully delivered from Psalm 46:10. After the day’s service, we fellowhipped over dinner with each other and members of the Second Mount Vernon congregation. It was a blessed start to our Achievement Week Activities with an $800 dollar donation towards their charitable work in the community.

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Scholarship

Scholarship winners were selected based upon submission of an application packet that included the submission of an: essay; high school transcript; class ranking; two personal references relative to academic performance, community service, and character; and a statement of �nancial need. Our primary sources of funds were derived from the following fund-raising events sponsored by the chapter, our non-pro�t 501(c)(3) organization, Project Friendship, and the Brandon Adams Metro Atlanta Football Recruiting Summit scholarship revenue comes from the academic/athletic scholarship funds of the respective schools offering the scholarship: • Super Bowl Winter Classic - 30% of proceeds to scholarship• Corporate Sponsors - 90% of proceeds to scholarship• Individual Donations - 100 % of proceeds to scholarship• College/University Academic/Athletic Scholarship Funds

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, our annual awards and recognition banquet was canceled. In lieu of in-person recognition, we invited the recipients and their parents to attend our annual Achievement Week Founders Banquet tp be recognized for their accomplishments.

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ScholarshipChapter Roster

Submitted by: Richard Thompson Date: 08.28.20

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Chapter Roster

Conclave Leadership Delegates

District Meeting

All questions and comments had to be typed in the chat room and there were 3 or 4 chat room monitors who would read the questions to the presenter for him to address. All questions were not acknowledged. Brothers could only see questions or comments that one of the chat room monitors responded to in the chat.

July 14: Undergraduate Caucus was conducted Tuesday evening by invitation only. The Mighty Seventh District conducted our caucus from approximately 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM hosted by our 24th District Representative, Reginald Harris.

July 15: The Virtual International Youth Leadership Conference was held on Wednesday afternoon by invitation only. The Symposium on Voting Rights, Suppression, Education, and Mobilization was held Wednesday evening by invitation only. All conclave participants were welcomed and given an overview of the clave on Wednesday night.

July 16: The International Committee Chairmen and Vice Chairmen Meeting was held Thursday morning by invitation only. The OmegaSTEM Code Jam was held Thursday afternoon by invitation only.

July 17: Plenary Session 1 and 2 began on Friday morning. There were over 3,000 registered brothers in attendance. The elections were conducting via election runner and the Grand Of�cers are:• Grand Basileus- Brother Davis Marion• First Vice Grand Basileus- Brother Ricky Lewis• Grand Keeper of Records and Seal- Brother Mark Jackson• Grand Keeper of Finance- Brother Johnnie Smith• Grand Counselor- Brother Benjamin Crump

July 18: Plenary session 3 began Saturday morning. Four honorary members were approved by the body:• Brother Anthony Anderson • Brother George Clinton • Brther Coach Theodore Ginn Sr. • Brother DL Hughley

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Conclave / Leadership Delegates / District Meeting

Brothers, on behalf of the executive council it continues to be our privilege to serve this great Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. We wish to thank each of the seventeen brothers who volunteered their time and services to represent the chapter as delegates at this year’s 82nd Grand Conclave. We would be remiss in not thanking the several other brothers who attended the 82nd Conclave as visiting brothers.

The conclave activities and interactions were obviously altered tremendously in light of the tragic Covid-19 pandemic that engulfs the world. As such, the 82nd Conclave was conducted from July 14 – July 19 virtually via Zoom Webinar with select Supreme Council Of�cers and a handful of IHQ Staff and IT personnel located at IHQ headquarters.

Conclave meeting setup as a webinar and only the presenters were visible when they were presenting. Brothers could not see or chat with other brothers during the conclave.

Confirmed By

Fourteen Brothers of the chapter represented Phi Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., as delegates at the 2020 83rd Seventh District Virtual Meeting held 10-11 April 10-11, 2020. These brothers were active participants providing substance, content, and valuable contributions before and during the meeting.

Brother Tony Alexander and Brother Terence Green are sitting members on the District Counsel as committee chairmen for Corporate Sponsorship and Military Affairs respectively and provided comprehensive reports in their areas of responsibility. Brothers Oliver Barker, S. Earl Wilson, Tarquiann Bates, and Terence Green were active participants as it relates to the conducting of the District’s business and moving the agenda accordingly. Our very own Brother Nathaniel Hickman was memorialized as he moved on to Omega Chapter.

A few key pieces of information form the meeting are as follows:

Brother DR Cistrunk highlighted a few accomplishments during his three years in of�ce which included electing several Grand Of�cers, International appointed of�cers, and committee chairman. Likewise, the District received �ve awards at the biennial Leadership Conference in 2019. There are currently 4,122 �nancial members in the district with only two pending litigations in the district. The newly elected of�cers are:

• District Representative: Brother Reginald Harris• First Vice District Representative: Brother Christopher Brooks• Second Vice District Representative: Brother DaQuan Smith• District KRS: Brother James Reed• District KF: Brother Wilton Jackson• District Counselor: Brother Arnold Gaines• District Public Relations: Brother Sean Bland

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CONCLAVE / LEADERSHIP DELEGATES / DISTRICT MEETING

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Memorial Service

The Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa participated in the Metro-Wide Memorial Service on March 8, 2020, held at the International Headquarters in Decatur, Georgia. This year’s host chapter, Chi Gamma Gamma, solicited and enlisted the aid of Brothers from various chapters in the Atlanta area which lent itself to a true city-wide evel of participation. Our speaker for the Service this year was Brother Bishop Albert Lindsey, Jr. Bishop Lindsey, a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated was initiated in 2009 at the Chi Gamma Gamma Chapter in Marietta, Georgia. In attendance at the service was our 30th Grand Basileus, Brother Doctor Edward Braynon, Jr., current 7th District Representative Brother James Cistrunk, and current 7th District 1st Vice Basileus Reginald Harris. At the conclusion of the Service, the Brothers were provided a meal and the opportunity to dwell together in Friendship and fellowship.

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Memorial Service

Social Action

Rebound Program Annual Coat DriveNOVEMBER 20, 2019

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ion SOCIAL ACTION - FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE & YOUTH MENTORING

The Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. participated in donating �fteen new or slightly used winter coats to at risk youth age ranging from 14 to 17 from the DeKalb Juvenile Court Rebound Program during the Thanksgiving Holiday. As a community partner for the Rebound Program, Phi Kappa Kappa continues to provide support, time, and mentorship for the underserved youthful offenders and their families in hopes to create a safer community by: strengthening these families; reducing crime; and developing productive citizens.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2019

SOCIAL ACTION - FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE & YOUTH MENTORING

The Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. participated in donating �fteen Thanksgiving Food Baskets to at risk youth and their families from the DeKalb Juvenile Court Rebound Program during the Thanksgiving Holiday. As a community partner for the Rebound Program, Phi Kappa Kappa continues to provide support, time and mentorship for the underserved youthful offenders and their families in hopes to create a safer community by strengthening these families, reducing crime and developing productive citizens.

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Rebound Program Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

HBCU Youth Leadership Conference, Clark Atlanta UniversitySOCIAL ACTION - FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE & YOUTH MENTORING

Cultivating positive male youth citizens today and future fathers reined as goal of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., (Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter) and Project Friendship, Inc., youth leadership conference held on Saturday December 7, 2019, at the Clark Atlanta University (CAU) Cornelius Henderson Student Center. Students, parents, and family advocate professionals throughout Georgia gathered to dialogue on empowering families with life skill tools to increase and sustain positive growth in the lives of the youth. Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, Retired Ralph Carson, Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter set the stage for the program wrapping his arms around one of the students in front of the audience telling the young man we are here for you. This gesture of con�dence was followed by Charles Gibbs, Chief of Staff to the CAU President, who opened the conference inspiring students to excel academically and to exceed expectations of others. Judge Linda Bratton Haynes, DeKalb County Juvenile Court continued the emotional plea telling families how important it is to use available family advocacy and law enforcement resources to combat de�ciencies that plague youth development and lead to young people getting involved negatively in the criminal justice system.

The one-on-one and group dynamics of the youth and parent sessions allowed conversations and produced solutions in a user-friendly environment for the participants. The Atlanta area National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) representatives Ralif Ahmad and Brian Salter, held youth and parent community law enforcement dialogues. Judge Haynes, Attorney Michael Sheridan, Todd Mosely, Georgia Child Support Division, Donnell Nash, Fulton County Juvenile Court and Rodney Knight, Mental Health Counselor led the mothers in a “Both Parents Matter Session.” The subject matter experts engaged the mothers in conversations that answered questions how best to navigate through family crisis that affect non-resident and single parents.

Tiffany Kirk, Regions Bank, Community Development Manager, Vice President South Carolina and Georgia held hands-on �nancial education exercises and dialogue which enlighten students and parents of �nancial services offered by Regions that will advance families’ �nancial portfolios.

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JUNE - AUGUST 2020

The Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. participated in donating �ve Food/Gift Baskets to at risk youth and their families from the DeKalb Juvenile Court Rebound Program during the Christmas Holiday. As a community partner for the Rebound Program, Phi Kappa Kappa continues to provide support, time, and mentorship for the underserved youthful offenders and their families in hopes to create a safer community by strengthening these families.

Rebound Program Christmas Basket GiveawayDECEMBER 18, 2019


The Fatherhood Initiative’s purpose is to increase awareness of fathers’ impact

on the family. We share strategies that will empower men to lead their families,

as well as, provide information about how to navigate through challenging

family issues. As men, we celebrate fatherhood and seek to demonstrate the

value of having fathers involved in their children lives now and in the future.

General Topics: Fathers’ Role in the Family; Family Members’ Roles; Father

& Youth Relationships; Youth Expectations of Fathers; Protection of

Womanhood; Understanding Lines of Authority

The State of Georgia Fatherhood Initiative and Mentoring Committee along

with the Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.

implemented three virtual mentoring sessions that focused on Surviving the

COVID-19 Pandemic, Responsibilities as a Man and Educational and

Scholarship Opportunities were used to bring about positive change among

young men within our communities. The brothers of the Phi Kappa Kappa

Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. assisted by inviting thirty-two

mentees from throughout the Atlanta Metro area to participate in all three

sessions.

Fatherhood Initiative & Mentoring SessionsSOCIAL ACTION - FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE & YOUTH MENTORING

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Youth Conference at Alabama A&M UniversitySOCIAL ACTION - FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE & YOUTH MENTORING

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

Alabama A&M University was the host site for a Fatherhood Youth Leadership Conference sponsored by the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. The Fatherhood Initiative and Mentoring program of Huntsville-area chapters of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., hosted a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Series Youth Leadership Conference at AAMU on Saturday, February 22, 2020, at Arthur J. Bond Hall (Engineering Building) from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The free youth conference was co-sponsored by Project Friendship, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization and was designed for male students in grades 3-12, non-resident parents and single parents, as well as special sessions for college sophomores and juniors.

Conference Focuses on Empowerment, Fatherhood

According to organizers, attendees received life skill tools to inspire young men to be productive citizens today and positive future fathers. Among the presenters were Dr. Andrew Hugine, Jr., president of Alabama A&M University; Jacobi Gray, executive president of the Student Government Association; Tony Hodge, All State Insurance; LTC (Ret) Perry Caudle, Basileus, Pi Phi Chapter; Fred Windham, KRS, Xi Omicron; Talbot Malone, Regions Bank; Chief Henry Irby, president, Alabama Chapter of NOBLE; Hon. JesHenry Malone, Madison County Commissioner; Atty. Kim Brown; Kenyatta Robinson, Alabama Child Support Division; Nikki Goins-Hughes, Madison County Department of Human Resources; Hovet Lee Dixon, Jr., principal, Highlands Elementary School; L.C. Smith, Real Fathers Making a Difference; Michelle Watkins, Huntsville City School Board; Atty. Rochelle Conley; and Carlos Matthews, president, Advance Technology, Inc. Dr. Hugine stressed the importance of students attending HBCUs because of the nurturing environment the schools present. In addition, the president informed the students that excelling in subjects associated with STEM curriculums will prepare them for future success in various career �elds. Parental sessions conducted by subject matter experts and family advocate professionals focused on the challenges of developing male youth. The sessions further enlightened parents on community and law enforcement relations, child support, mediation, and parental rights. Additionally, Talbot Malone, Regions Bank, presented sessions on �nancial education, as well as segments on talent acquisition opportunities for professionals and internships for college juniors and sophomores. The Omega HBCU Youth Conference 2020 Series is being held on college campuses nationwide and is designed to inspire male youth to attend college and sustain minority higher education growth.

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., AAMU HBCU Youth Leadership Conference Participants

Community Leaders inspire AAMU HBCU Conference Attendees

Project Friendship is Phi Kappa Kappa 501(c)(3) Nonpro�t

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The Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. and Project Friendship participated in donating $1,100.00 dollars, African American Painting, Book called Black Chronicles, and a T-Shirt to at risk youth age ranging from 14 to 17 from the DeKalb Juvenile Court Rebound Program during Black History Month. As a community partner for the Rebound Program, Phi Kappa Kappa continues to provide support, time, and mentorship for the underserved youthful offenders and their families in hopes to create a safer community. During this event, PKK assisted the at-risk youth with learning about the important contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout our nation’s history.

Rebound Black History Poster PresentationSOCIAL ACTION - FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE & YOUTH MENTORING

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

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HBCU Youth Leadership Conference - Florida A&M UniversitySOCIAL ACTION - FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE & YOUTH MENTORING

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

“Dads Matter - Cultivating Future Fathers”, was the empowerment theme for the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and Project Friendship, Inc., Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Fatherhood Youth Leadership Conference at Florida A&M University (FAMU). Male students in third through twelfth grades, and parents from around the state of Florida and FAMU students convened for the conference. Financial education sessions hosted by Regions Bank representatives, community law enforcement relationship talks conducted by the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executive (NOBLE) North Florida Chapter, and life skills dialogues were led by community leaders.

S. Earl Wilson, Chairman, Fatherhood Initiative and Mentoring, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., set the frame work, informing the attendees of the conference purpose designed to inspire male youth to be productive citizens today and positive future fathers. FAMU, Chief of Police, Terrence Callaway welcomed the visitors to the campus and inspired the students by highlighting the values and advantages of attending FAMU and other HBCUs. The attendees’ viewing of excerpts from the documentary Spiting Anger captured the essence of why the conference is essential to increasing fathers’ involvement in their children lives.

A Father’s Anger, fatherhood session led by Pastor Gary Montgomery of Live Stone Church, Akhenaton Thomas, Non-custodial Father, and Vance Wiggins of Tallahassee Child Support discussed challenges fathers encounter when being absent from the family and the negative mental health impact dads face. Mothers were engaged in “Both Parents Matter” conversations as Lashawn Gordon, United Partnership for Tallahassee Human Services; Veronica Jackson, Magnolia Mediation; and Jessica Goodman-Taylor, Teen Court Leon County provided antidotes and discussed why courts make decisions with both parents in mind but with the children being the most important component in the family equation.

Regions Bank representatives, Felicia E. Richardson, Branch Manager, Tallahassee, and Cameron Youmans, Centerville, informative Managing Your Money youth and parent sessions, brainstorm ways to increase income and decrease spending.

The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., HBCU Fatherhood Youth Leadership Conference Series has been held at Alabama State University, Clark Atlanta University, and Alabama A&M University which exposes youth to higher education opportunities and emphasizes sustaining male college enrollment.

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Top Dawg RoboticsSOCIAL ACTION - FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE & YOUTH MENTORING

NOVEMBER 2019 -

JUNE 2020

The purpose of our Top Dawg Robotics Team is to focus on mentoring young boys using STEM program in partnership with First and Lego League and to provide a Robotics Team for our service area. With the STEM Program, we have adult coaches as students apply STEM concepts and their imaginations to develop solutions to resolve real-world challenges. The FIRST LEGO League students research a real world engineering challenge, develop a solution, and compete with LEGO based robots of their own design.

The Top Dawg Robotics program details:• Where: Robotics Lab Performing Arts Center, 275 Decatur Street, Atlanta, GA 30312• When: 2nd and 4th Saturday from 11am -2pm • Why: Promote STEM and mentoring• Who: East Point and College Park Area Students

The Core Values:• While teams work on the Project and Robot Game, they are guided by the FIRST Core Values. This set of values is what makes our program so special. Teams are encouraged to compete like crazy but still respect their teammates, coaches, and even help their “competitors.” Our most important Core Value is “Have FUN!”

FIRST Core Values: We express the FIRST philosophies of Gracious Professionalism and Coopertition through our Core Values:• Discovery: We explore new skills and ideas.• Innovation: We use creativity and persistence to solve problems.• Impact: We apply what we learn to improve our world.• Inclusion: We respect each other and embrace our differences.• Teamwork: We are stronger when we work together.• Fun: We enjoy and celebrate what we do!

Since November 2019, our Top Dawg Robotics teams have been meeting, preparing, and strategizing for their �rst competition in the FIRST LEGO League. The kids have been outstanding, involved, and having fun while learning.

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Top Dawg RoboticsNOVEMBER 2019 -

JUNE 2020


Conley Hills Mentoring Program SOCIAL ACTION - BIG BROTHERS - BIG SISTERS

NOVEMBER 2019 -

MAY 2020

During these unprecedented times of uncertainty, we the brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa would like to extend our prayers and thoughts to all during this pandemic. We have suspended our mentoring program for 3rd thru 5th grade males at Conley Hills Elementary School during this crisis. For the last several years Phi Kappa Kappa under the leadership of Brother Ralph Carson Committee Chair, has worked hand in hand with the faculty and administrators establishing and enhancing programs for Academics and Life Skills for these underserved males. Some of the areas of focus has been raising lexile scores, etiquette classes, and preparation for Georgia Milestones. Throughout the school year, Phi Kappa Kappa planned and executed several events in conjunction with Project Friendship(501(c)(3).

The events were a huge success, and the chapter’s participation is overwhelming in support of this Mandated Program. We have several brothers whose dedication and enthusiasm are instrumental in the program’s success. Brother S Earl Wilson who happens to be the Co-chair of the IHQ Fatherhood and Mentoring Initiative and one of the mentors, brings food from the food bank twice a month for the kids. Prior to the pandemic, the kids participated in Black History Month by dressing for success and researching and reporting on famous people of color, past and present. Past events have consisted of a trip to the Georgia Aquarium, and this year we had planned to go the College Football Hall of Fame. Last school year, we did an end of school Barbeque and invited the parents which was a huge success and con�dence builder with the parents who got to meet and talk with the men who were interacting with their kids. The most memorable event of this school year was the Christmas gifts for the kids. Phi Kappa Kappa adopted and sponsored 25 kids with donations of 25 ipads, clothes, shoes, jackets, sports equipment and food drive that fed over 40 families. Special shout out to Brother Arnold Pleasant for spearheading the food drive. This program is a success for the chapter and the community.

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The Thanksgiving Food Drive Committee presented food baskets donated by Brother Rickie Hawkins to

community members in need as identi�ed by school social worker and counseling staff at Mary M. Bethune

Elementary school. Ten baskets were issued to families identi�ed along with a 25.00 gift card. These families

along with ten additional were also allowed to shop within the food pantry stocked by Phi Kappa Kappa

members for a total contribution of 500.00 (Gift Cards). Brother Travis Williams was issued �ve baskets for

distribution to identi�ed individual families under his watch. The men of Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of the

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. volunteered their services and time so these individuals in our community

could have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

The Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. participated in donating �fteen Thanksgiving

Food Baskets to at risk youth and their families from the DeKalb Juvenile Court Rebound Program during the

Thanksgiving Holiday. As a community partner for the Rebound Program, Phi Kappa Kappa continues to

provide support, time and mentorship for the underserved youthful offenders and their families in hopes to

create a safer community by strengthening these families, reducing crime, and developing productive

citizens.

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway SOCIAL ACTION

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SOCIAL ACTION

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

Hosea Feed the Hungry Thanksgiving

The Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa participated in a city wide community service event. Hosea Feed the Hungry is a service organization that is open all year long providing quality human services every week. All of their services are provided completely free of charge to over 50,000 families and individuals a year. The community service event took place on November 28, 2019, Thanksgiving Day. Thirty-two Brothers along with six family members volunteered their Christmas Day working multiple staging areas (initial entry, registration, children toys, barber shop, bath/shower, clothing, and food prep) in support of Hosea Feed The Hungry.

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Omega Angel Tree Toy Giveaway

The Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa sought to make better the lives of underprivileged children in the Metro

Atlanta area by providing sponsorship for the Christmas Holiday. Brothers who identi�ed themselves as

willing sponsors were paired with individual children or families with multiple children, to provide them with

gifts and essential items according to their wish list that was completed in advance. Twenty-�ve distinguished

members of Phi Kappa Kappa stepped up to sponsor children in need, ;owever, only �fteen were needed.

Approximately thirty students and �fteen families were Impacted by the generosity of Phi Kappa Kappa

Chapter. Presentations were made at Mary M. Bethune Elementary, a recognized school in our Omega

footprint. The Brothers were well received by students, parents, and faculty alike.

This event was a huge success for the chapter and the families applauded our efforts and thanked the

organization for providing such a wonderful opportunity for them to experience a joyous Christmas. It was

publicly noted by some parents that if it had not been for the generosity of Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., their children would have not received anything. Thank you ΦKK! And As

Always, RQQ TQ THE GQQD BRUHZ!!!!

SOCIAL ACTION

DECEMBER 19, 2019

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SOCIAL ACTION

DECEMBER 25, 2019

Hosea Feed the Hungry Christmas

The community service event took place on December 25, 2019, Christmas Day.

Six Brothers along with volunteered their Christmas Day working multiple staging

areas (initial entry, registration, children toys, barber shop, bath/shower, clothing,

and food prep) in support of Hosea Feed The Hungry. This event was an

opportunity for members of Phi Kappa Kappa to continue to provide local

community service and uplift.

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MLK PARADESOCIAL ACTION

JANUARY 20, 2020

On January 20, 2020, the Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc, participated in the annual Martin Luther King Jr. March Parade. This year marked the 25th Anniversary of the day of Service that celebrates the Civil Rights leader’s life and legacy. MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities.

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2020 Winter ClassicSOCIAL ACTION

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

The Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa hosted the 17th annual Winter Classic,

the chapter’s signature event. This year PKK returned to the Freight

Depot, located at 57 MLK Jr Drive, Atlanta, GA 30005. The event

includes the presentation of the current year’s Super Bowl on large

projection screens, general and VIP seating, a cash bar, and full meal.

Planning for the events requires ten sub-committees and spans the �fty-

eight days leading up to the event. Phi Kappa Kappa brothers put in

signi�cant productive hours of work. The project took place on February

2, 2020.

The event was a success for the chapter with those attending voicing

their enjoyment. The event also generated a pro�t providing a

contribution to the chapter’s scholarship fund.

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Georgia Omega Day at CapitolSOCIAL ACTION

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Phi Kappa Kappa Unincorporated Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. was

represented at the Georgia 2020 Omega Day at the Capitol by seven brothers. The event

was very positive, engaging, and informative.

The Annual Omega Day at the Capitol 2020 was organized to assemble Brothers from

across the state to spend quality time learning, thinking, and expanding our capacity to

increase our impact in the areas where we have been chartered to serve. The agenda

drew us together to face the new decade with new opportunities for men of Omega to

rise up and use our collective strength to make a BIG IMPACT in the lives of Black people

across the state of Georgia.

One hundred and twenty-�ve Brothers registered to attend the 2020 Omega Day at the

Capitol with 61.6% of those who registered to attend attended the event.

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Brandon Adams Football Recruiting SummitSOCIAL ACTION

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

Project Friendship (501c3) in conjunction with the men of Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. hosted our annual football recruiting summit that now has been renamed The Brandon Adams Football Recruiting Summit on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia. We renamed this event in honor of Georgia Tech star football player Brandon Adams (Delta Kappa Chapter), who passed away in 2019.

This free event has connected high school senior football players to scholarship opportunities from colleges and universities seeking to recruit football players to their institutions. We provided breakfast and lunch for the athletes and parents at no cost. We had 109 high school seniors register attend this event this year. We had 44 students-athletes offered scholarships from the above colleges or university with 8 football players having accepted offers at this time.

The following colleges and universities were in attend this year: Benedict College, Bowie State University, Clark Atlanta University, Lincoln University, Virginia State University, Miles College, Point University, Erskine College, Shaw University, Morehouse College, Arkansas Baptist College, Reinhardt College, and Wheeling University.

We had a representative of Brandon Adams’ family in attendance for this amazing event. Also, Brandon’s chapter brothers (Delta Kappa) were in attendance as well. Ryan Stewart (Delta Kappa Chapter) was the keynote speaker for program section. We awarded the inaugural Brandon Adams Leadership Award given to Tyson Meiguez, from Creekside High School (who signed with Georgia Tech) and The Project Friendship Student-Athlete Leadership Award was given to Khatavian Franks from Creekside High School (who signed with Georgia Tech). Although Georgia is one of the more talent rich high school football states, more than 1,500 football playing seniors are left without collegiate scholarship offers annually due to the lack of exposure and/or resources.

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Brandon Adams Football Recruiting SummitSOCIAL ACTION

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

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2020 Scholarship Recipients

New Life Presbyterian Church & Atlanta Food BankSOCIAL ACTION

MAY 19-20, 2020

The Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa participated in the food drive held at New Life Presbyterian Church and Atlanta Community Food Bank that blessed nearly 300 families. Bro. Charles Jenkins was instrumental in quarterbacking this outreach program that assisted families in the South Fulton area (College Park, GA). The operation took place over two days with unloading and repacking 10K lbs. of food. Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter generated 43-man hours on Monday, May 19th and generated 87-man hours on Tuesday, May 20th.

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Food DistributionSOCIAL ACTION

MAY - AUGUST, 2020

The Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter participated in The Mohammed School’s “Gift Box: Eat Well & Be Safe” drive. They came every Saturday to hand out boxes of fresh produce to anyone that needs it from 9am-4pm in the Blue Lot of the Georgia World Congress Center. The Brothers helped to set up the necessary tents, unloaded delivery trucks, distributed the boxes to the families, helped to direct traf�c, and participated in the clean-up of the venue.

We worked from 1-7 hours and have had a total of 13 participants giving us a total of 122 man hours of work. The Brothers participating are: Terrance Greene, Travis Spurley, James Jones, Eric Poole, Ofenel LaFrance, Steven Dean, Kevin Stewart, DeNorris Heard, Arnold Pleasant, Michael Yancey, Anthony Davis, Jeff Kindell, and Stan Paschal.

We also spoke positively to the drivers and their family members to show them the spirit of brotherhood. Most assured us that what we did was thoroughly needed and appreciated. This event was successful for the chapter and the community at large.

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Call to ActionSOCIAL ACTION

JUNE 20, 2020

The Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., in conjunction with Brothers, families, friends, and the

community joined for an impactful march and rally to establish a measurable platform centered on four primary pillars: the

passing of House Bill 426 (Georgia Hate-Crimes Law); repeal of Georgia’s antiquated 1863 Citizens’ Arrest Law; ending mass

incarceration in communities of color; and embracing community policing.

The 1.2 mile march/rally started on the steps of the notorious “Big Bethel AME Church" and proceeded on a historic route taking

the participants pass the Martin Luther “King Center”, Ebenezer Baptist Church, the Southern Christian Leadership (SCLC)

Headquarters, and concluding with a rally at the historical John Wesley Dobbs Plaza. The keynote speaker, Grand Counselor

Benjamin Crump gave an uplifting welcome on the steps of Big Bethel AME Church and led us on a loud and inspiring march

which concluded with his motivational and educational speech at the plaza.

Surrounded by members of the fraternity, Bro Crump was joined at the plaza podium by the Honorable US House of

Representative, Hank Johnson and the Honorable Georgia State House of Representative Dean, Calvin Smyre. The event was

sponsored by the Metro Atlanta Baselei in which the Baselieus and Vice Baselieus of Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter played very

in�uential roles in the glaring success of this event.

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JUNE 6, 2020

Silent March / Rally for Social InjusticeSOCIAL ACTION

The Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi

Phi Fraternity Inc. in conjunction with Brothers across

the Metro area of Atlanta joined for a silent and

peaceful march near Centennial Olympic Park. This

show of solidarity, brotherhood, and uplift was the �rst

organized initiative executed by the brothers of our

great fraternity in this region or district. Being sure not

to violate any local laws or fraternity policies the group

planned the rally at 10:00 AM on Saturday morning

choosing a route that was least disruptive to the normal

operation of public activity. The approximate one mile

march include a pause outside of Centennial Park for an

8 minute and 45 second moment of silence in honor of

George Floyd.

High School Essay ContestSOCIAL ACTION

AUGUST 7, 2020

Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi presented three winners for our 2020 Essay Contest. The winners were:

1st place Miles Knight of Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School 2nd place Briana Salters of New Manchester High School3rd place Sydney Pero of Cambridge High School

We had a total of four essay writers (two female and two male) from the Atlanta, GA area. The winners had to be in the 12th grade and college bound. The topic of the easy contest was, “The U.S. Census projects that the United States will become majority –minority country by the year 2045. How can we combat, prevent, and/or reduce prejudice, discrimination, and violence in a new, more diverse America?”

We are very proud of our winners, and they did exceptional on this essay. We will continue to monitor these young scholars as they embark on another chapter of their promising future.

Miles Knight • 1st Place Winner ($500.00) of the Essay Contest• High School: Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School• College Attending: Auburn University in Auburn, AL

Briana Salters • 2nd Place Winner ($350.00) of the Essay Contest• High School: New Manchester High School• College Attending: Tennessee State University

Sydney Pro• 3rd Place Winner ($250.00) of the Essay Contest• High School: Cambridge High School• College Attending: Howard University, Washington, DC

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Atlanta Law Enforcement Appreciation Drive-Thru LunchSOCIAL ACTION

AUGUST 15, 2020

“Brothers You Are on My Mind” was expressed in deeds as Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter,

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., held an Omega Law Enforcement Atlanta Metro Drive-

Thru Appreciation Lunch. On Saturday, August 15, 2020, the Men of Omega showed

respect and gratitude as they prepared and handed out free lunches in the parking lot of

the Ivy Center, in Southwest Atlanta. Law enforcement of�cers from Cobb County,

DeKalb County, Douglasville County, Fulton County, MARTA, Homeland Security, and

the City of Atlanta received meals. The fraternity’s Fatherhood Initiative and Mentoring

Chairman, S. Earl Wilson led the initiative to recognize the contributions and sacri�ces

law enforcement of�cers; many who are Omegas, make in protecting the metropolitan

area.

The enormous pressures and safety hazards police face daily in the mind of the

Chairmen deserved more than just words of thank you. Also, the recognition ampli�es

citizens’ gratitude in spite of the controversies pledging Atlanta Police as the result of

the Black Lives Matter protest ravaging the city. The event allowed of�cers a minute to

detox from the tensions. Also, the lunch gave of�cers an opportunity to dialogue with

the brothers in an effort to gain a better understanding of the challenges of�cers face.

Even during rain showers, of�cers drove up to receive �sh hot out the grease, bar-b-que

chicken, and other entrees. COVID-19 PDP guidelines were adhered to during the

event. Acting Atlanta Chief of Police Rodney Bryant, an Omega Man, came out and

extended his gratitude to the fraternity for their act of kindness. Of�cer Brian Salters,

Dekalb County Police indicated that the lunch allowed the of�cers to personally

experience the Omega expression, 'Friendship is Essential to the Soul' as fraternity

members gave their time to show they appreciate the of�cers. Meals were also taken to

Atlanta Police Department, Zone 3 Precinct to accommodate of�cers.

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Media Documentation

Brandon Adams Memory Honored in Recruiting SummitFEBRUARY 20, 2020 NEWS ARTICLE

Atlanta Police Zone 3 Investigator Keith Backmon spends hazard bonus pay on Amazon Fire tablets for �ve students to help them complete school assignments during the COVID-19 pandemic. (photo: City

of Atlanta Police Dept. Facebook page

Georgia Tech | Feb 22, 2020

By Ken Sugiura, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

The memory of Brandon Adams will be honored Saturday at an event that seeks to help high-school football players �nd

playing and scholarship opportunities, a cause that the late Georgia Tech defensive tackle himself had championed.

High-school seniors seeking to continue their playing careers can meet with coaches representing Division II, Division III,

NAIA, junior college and prep schools Saturday at the Brandon Adams Football Recruiting Summit at the College Football Hall

of Fame. Last year, the event drew almost 150 high schoolers and produced more than 20 college admissions and scholarships,

according to Omega Psi Phi fraternity, which Adams was a member of and is putting on the conference.

Adams, who died in March, was involved with the event, which began in 2007. He, along with Yellow Jackets teammate, friend

and fraternity brother Chris Martin, was a volunteer, serving as a speaker and mentor.

“Since giving back to the community was a core strength of Brandon’s, we are honored to keep his name alive through the

Brandon Adams Football Recruiting Summit,” Martin said in a statement.

“He was a leader on and off the �eld, and one who was destined for greatness,” Calleb Obumba, chairman of the event, wrote of

Adams in an email.

Coaches from 12 colleges, including head coaches from HBCU schools Shaw University, Lincoln University and Bowie State,

are scheduled to attend. More were expected, but weather concerns prevented some Northeast schools from participating,

according to Obumba.

The event is free, although attendees will have to pay for admission into the museum. Students are asked to bring several

copies of their transcripts, SAT/ACT scores and access to their electronic highlight reel. More information is available at

projectfriendship.org.

There are additional Tech ties. Two Yellow Jackets signees, Creekside High linebackers Tyson Meiguez and Khatavian Franks,

will receive the Brandon Adams Leadership Award and the Project Friendship Student-Athlete Award, respectively. Also,

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SOCIAL ACTION - MEDIA DOCUMENTATION

Giving Back During COVID-19MAY 11, 2020 NEWS ARTICLE

Brother Keith BackmonAtlanta PD Officer Spends Hazard Pay On Tablets For Students

Atlanta Police Zone 3 Investigator Keith Backmon spends hazard bonus pay on Amazon Fire tablets for �ve students to help them complete school assignments during the COVID-19 pandemic. (photo: City

of Atlanta Police Dept. Facebook page

ATLANTA, Ga. (CW69 News at 10) – Police of�cers sacri�ce their lives every day to protect and serve, and along the way, many make extra sacri�ces to help those in need.

It’s what the Atlanta Police Department said Zone 3 Investigator Keith Backmon did on Thursday, May 6, to help some children at the Villas at Lakewood and Capital Vanira Apartments stay “digitally connected during the COVID-19 pandemic.”

In a Facebook post, APD shared how Backmon decided to spend his hazard pay bonus on four families when he donated Amazon Fire tablets to �ve kids to help them complete their schoolwork.

“As a public servant, it’s my job to give back to the community,” said Backmon, who has been with APD for 16 years.

The Facebook post also sheds light on what inspired his donation.

Investigator Backmon’s relationships with crime victims go beyond just trying to solve a case. After investigating a shooting at the Capital Vanira Apartments, Investigator Backmon stayed in touch with the families of two 11-year-old girls who were almost shot when a man decided to randomly shoot at their apartment building, striking both the upper and lower level. When he learned about their lack of access to technology to complete homework, he stepped in.

The post also reads Backmon donated $30 to set up an Internet connection. He was joined by other of�cers and investigators for the special delivery. APD said Backmon also serves as a part time security of�cer at the Villas at Lakewood Apartments.

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Brothers take to the airwaves to promote Fatherhood Initiative Youth Conference

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VA Hospital Feeding InitiativeJUNE 13, 2020

Talent Hunt

On Sunday, February 23, 2020, the Talent Hunt Committee hosted Phi Kappa

Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Incorporated’s Annual Talent Hunt Program. It

took place at The Martha Stilwell Performing Arts Center (Clayton County) and

was covered by television channel CBS 46. This remarkable affair was well

attended and hosted by TV personality, Ms. Karen Greer. Our celebrity panel of

judges had the extraordinary task of adjudicating the elite talent that was set

before them. Actress, Dawn Halfkenny; motivational speaker, Milton Criegh;

orchestra director, Krissi Davis; business owner, Andrea Price; and instructional

specialist, Isaiah Bell, graced this event with their presence and expertise in the

�eld of �ne arts.

The fourteen contestants represented metro Atlanta in a �ne way.

Performances ranged from vocal to instrumental, classical to R&B. Phi Kappa

Kappa crowned its 2019 Champion, Zoe Willingham (Martha Stilwell), who was

presented $1500.00 and will move on to the state level competition. Cyniah

Chambers, Martha Stilwell, and Haley Render rounded out the top three

respectively.

The men of Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

volunteered their services, time, and resources to showcase the gems that

reside among us. It is a privilege to be a part of the platform that allows our

youth to demonstrate excellence.

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ReclamationRetention

Reclamation / Retention

The Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.

and Project Friendship participated in hosting its 21-year

Reclamation and Retention Weekend Celebration. This year’s

Reclamation theme focused on preserving the everlasting

bond between brothers old and new. The Reclamation theme

also highlighted the memories that the men of the Phi Kappa

Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. have shared

in its 21-year existence. This task was highlighted by honoring

the memory of the late Nathaniel Hickman, Phi Gamma

Chapter, 1975 University of North Texas. As a charter member

of PKK, Nate “Q75” Hickman dedicated his remaining twenty-

one years on this earth to provide service to his

community. Using PKK as a vehicle, Nathaniel Hickman was

able to use his years of wisdom and service to mentor younger

brothers in the chapter and to also build bridges between the

old and new members of PKK. The current members of PKK

chose to honor Nate’s 21 years of service to the chapter by

hosting a Reclamation Happy Hour. This Happy Hour gave

brothers who were members of PKK in the past and present a

chance to toast and fellowship to the legacy and memories

Nate left behind. The Happy Hour also gave PKK a chance to

reclaim some of those brothers in search of a chapter to call

home again.

DECEMBER 6, 2019

NOVEMBER 17, 2019On November 17th, 2019, the Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa

Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., participated in the

annual Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., Atlanta Graduate

Chapter Metro-Wide Cookout associated with Achievement

Week. The Metro-Wide cookout is an event aimed at

Retention and Reclamation within Omega Psi Phi Fraternity,

Incorporated. Several Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa attended

the event in an attempt to bring Brothers back into the fold.

Reclamation and Retention is an Omega Psi Phi Fraternity,

Inc., Mandated Program.

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The Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity

Inc. and Project Friendship participated in hosting its 21-

year Reclamation and Retention Weekend Celebration. This

year’s Retention theme focused on displaying the high level

of comradery within the chapter by exemplifying the spirit

of “good” friendship among members. This task was

accomplished by allowing each decade of members in the

chapter to host their own sections during the 21-year

Chapter Anniversary Day Party. Starting from the 1970’s

and ending in the 2000, each decade was tasked with using

their sections as avenues for brothers to become better

acquainted with each other in the chapter and to also build

bridges between all decades. Younger and older brothers

within the chapter got a chance to share stories, learn

history of the fraternity, and personally interact with each

other in a friendly setting.

DECEMBER 7, 2019

Reclamation/Retention

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College Endowment Fund

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NAACP Life Member

Every district and chapter of Omega Psi Phi is required to maintain a Life Membership at Large

with the NAACP. All members of the fraternity are encouraged to join the NAACP. Phi Kappa

Kappa Chapter is a proud Silver Life Member of the NAACP. Below is a portion of the signed

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Grand Basileus David Marion and President

& CEO Derrick Johnson about portions of partnership with Omega Psi Phi and the NAACP

and the community works they seek to work together on.

Memorandum of Understating (MOU) Between National Association for the Advancement of

Colored People And Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated

The NAACP and Omega Psi Phi share common priorities and interest in ensuring the political,

educational, social, and economic equality of right of all persons and eliminating race-based

discrimination. Because of the Shared principle committed to equal right and social justice, and

the signi�cant impact which can be made through the magnitude of combined resources,

expanded core capacities, and infrastructure, the NAACP and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity,

Incorporated are collaborating to ful�ll the mission of both organizations.

Our shared objectives are grounded in the following:

• To ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of all citizens

• To achieve equality of right and eliminate race prejudice among the citizen of the United States

• To remove all barriers of racial discrimination through democratic processes

• To seek enactment and enforcement of federal, state, and local laws securing civil rights

• To inform the public of adverse effects of racial discrimination and to seek its elimination, and

• To educate persons as to their constitutional rights and to take all lawful action to secure the

exercise thereof, and to take any other lawful action in furtherance of these objectives.

NAACP President & CEODerrick Johnson

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International Health Initiatives

On Friday, January 10, 2020, Brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter and

the Red Cross conducted a blood drive at Tri Cities High School in East Point. This is a mandated

initiative of our Fraternity, and it was our �rst initiative of the year. The number one reason donors say

they give blood is because they “want to help others.” Blood is the most precious gift that anyone can

give to another person, the gift of life. A decision to donate your blood can save a life, or even several if

your blood is separated into its components like red cells, platelets, and plasma.

We had �fty students, faculty, and volunteers donate blood. Our goal was twenty pints, and we

collected thirty-�ve pints of blood on Friday. One PKK Brother of two Omegas participated in the

drive. We had a good time serving others and enjoyed uplifting the students and volunteers while they

waited and recovered after donating blood. I would like to say thanks to Soror Erica Winston and Tri

Cities High School for their hospitality and well run operations team for the blood drive. I would like to

also thank the Red Cross for their service and hospitality. Thanks to all the Brothers and volunteers

that came out and help made this event a success.

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The Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa participated in Covid-19

testing on June 4th and 5th at New Life Presbyterian

Church to help South Fulton Residences know their status

as it related to cornavirus since it is so wide spread in

African American communities. On June 4th, the mobile

team tested 250 people for the virus, and on June 5th the

mobile team tested �fty people because it was cut short due

to inclement weather. Over the course of two days, 300

people was tested and was made aware of their Covid-19

status. Bro. Charles Jenkins was instrumental in running the

lead for PKK and New Left Presbyterian Church with this

outreach program that assisted families in the South Fulton

area. Five Brothers (Charles Jenkins, Alonso Upshur, Arnold

Pleasant, Rodney Sylvester, and Eric Coe) from PKK

assisted in this outreach totally 40-man hours.

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Virtual Blood DriveThe Brothers of Phi Kappa Kappa held a Virtual Blood Drive from July 1, 2020 through August 31, 2020. We were challenged with trying to host a blood drive during COVID19. We thought of a different approach where family and friends could go to our donation portal and make a pledge. After making the pledge, the donor would receive an email from Red Cross with blood drives that were in the vicinity. We had six pledges for much needed blood.

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Other Community Local Based Activities

On Wednesday, January 29, 2020, At least 60 people have nowhere to call home after �ames ripped through

24 units at the Camelot Condominiums on Camelot Drive in the City of South Fulton. The Brothers of Phi

Kappa Kappa, armed with that knowledge sprung into action to assist the families affected by this tragedy.

Fortunately, only material possessions were lost and no serious injuries were reported. Brothers stepped up

and have supplied clothing items and a monetary contribution of $400 dollars in Walmart Gift Cards. The men

of Phi Kappa Kappa Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. continue to volunteer their services, time, and

resources so individuals in our Omega Footprint can recover from this setback as quickly as possible. I

recommend we create a line item within our budget for situations such as these.

Other Community Local Based Activities

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Camelot Housing Area Fire Relief

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