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INITIATIVES
While our Sisters are individually passionate about many different avenues of service, each of us have a personal connection and journey to the sororities key initiatives below.
Jump to a section: Advocating for Asian Awareness, Empowering Dedicated Female Leaders®️, Advancing Osteoporosis Awareness & Prevention, Fostering an Everlasting Sisterhood®️, Cultivating an Environment of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging, Promoting a Sustainable Infrastructure
DFL
QUICK STATS
2,000+
Number of members initiated since inception
3.44
Number of average Collegiate Members GPA
3,151
Number of Collegiate Chapter philanthropy hours in 2023
ADVOCATING FOR ASIAN AWARENESS
We strive to advocate for not only ourselves but also the greater Asian community. We seek to provide a united voice to positive change on issues, including immigrant rights, Asian violence prevention and awareness, APIA-focused voting rights, and language access.
We are focused on engaging young women interested in deepening their understanding of Asian community issues, sharing Asian culture, and building trust between diverse groups of people that inspires local action. Chapters across the nation host events such as forums, presentations, and workshops to expose students and the surrounding communities to the value of civic engagement and the need for community leadership within the underrepresented Asian community.
We are a member of the National Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Panhellenic Association (NAPA).
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AFFILIATED ORGANIZATION
National Asian Pacific Islander Desi
American Panhellenic Association (NAPA)
As a member of NAPA, we are part of a collective group of leaders within the APIDA community who work together to advocate, collaborate, and educate our members and constituency for the greater good.
Benefits
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Representation to other associations including NIC, NPC, NPHC, NALFO, NMGC, AFA, NASPA
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Representation at the Fraternity/Sorority Summit and Knowledge Community
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Representation on the Coalition Assessment Project
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Membership Standards to ensure our chapters bring value to their universities
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Policies on Open Expansion and Anti-Hazing
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Educational initiatives for our chapter leadership teams
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Networking opportunities, professional development, and access to resources
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Programming initiatives such as our Mental Health and Voter Registration Initiatives
Awards & Recognition
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2020 - Undergraduate of the Year: Tammy Pham
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2020 - Outstanding Cultural Programming: University of Central Florida, Epsilon Chapter
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2020 - Foundation of the Year: Delta Phi Lambda Foundation, Inc.
EMPOWERING DEDICATED
FEMALE LEADERS®
Women bring a unique value and perspective to each opportunity presented. Our Sorority is designed to equip women who are already proven leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to have greater impact and broader influence within our organization, their campus, the workforce, and life.
We support our Sisters to gain essential skills and experiences that enhance their ability to achieve their highest potential through education, mentoring, and networking. They’ll learn to harness their existing strengths, build new competencies, and develop an entrepreneurial mindset that will ultimately provide them with a renewed leadership identity.
In our communities, we take an active role in promoting discussions about women's rights, unconscious bias, and the value of men allies through the blend of lectures, guest speakers, self-assessments, and networking.
ADVANCING OSTEOPOROSIS AWARENESS & PREVENTION
With a long tradition of contributing to philanthropic service efforts, we provide a platform for Sisters to contribute to society through educational awareness programs, community service projects, and fundraising activities.
Our national philanthropy is to raise awareness for osteoporosis, a disease that disproportionately affects people of Asian descent. In addition, Sisters are encouraged to participate in volunteering activities, such as helping out at soup kitchens, community cleanups, free tutoring, and other events directed towards the betterment of their local and regional communities.
By giving their personal time and talents back to the community, our members are rewarded through a sense of purpose and perspective, and it reinforces a lifelong commitment to helping others.
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NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY PARTNER
Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation
We are proud to partner with Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation for our National Philanthropy, Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention.
For 40 years the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation has been the nation’s leading health organization dedicated to preventing osteoporosis and broken bones, promoting strong bones for life, and reducing human suffering through programs of public and clinician awareness, education, advocacy, and research. In 2023 the American Bone Health (ABH) organization, dedicated to providing community education and support services, joined forces under the BHOF umbrella around a shared vision of better bone health for people of all ages.
This collaboration with Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation is not only about necessary financial contributions; it is a commitment to building a sustainable partnership that provides tangible benefits throughout communities across the nation. Together, we aim to raise critical funds, engage new audiences, alert individuals about risk factors and preventative measures, and provide opportunities to support the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation.
Our members, trained as peer educators, are empowered with knowledge and motivation to conduct outreach programs. From screenings to workshops, they engage with local communities, advocating for a healthy lifestyle, increased physical activity, and a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D. These measures are crucial for both raising awareness and reducing the risk of osteoporosis, a condition that disproportionately affects women, particularly those of Asian descent.
Through these actions and the supportive partnership with Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation, our philanthropic mission may be accomplished, to make a significant, positive impact on bone health.
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FOSTERING AN EVERLASTING SISTERHOOD®
Our sisterhood is a close-knit group of women from different cultures aiming towards creating an organization that provides the social and emotional support needed to thrive throughout all the stages of a woman's life.
Through this shared sisterhood, we provide our communities a forum, that they might not have access to otherwise, to bridge the gap between individuals who may have differing views and continue to strip away stereotypes against women.
The bonds between our sisters are everlasting, and we place value in curating a safe place for women to grow into the best versions of themselves.
CULTIVATING AN ENVIRONMENT OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & BELONGING
Delta Phi Lambda recognizes, respects, and values all our members. We are united in our stance against all forms of injustice and inequity. DFL commits to actively champion diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging within our organization, the chapters that represent us, the local communities we serve, and the fraternal community we belong to.
We are intentionally working to increase participation in our organization by underrepresented groups, advocate for recruitment and retention of diverse members by creating inclusive and welcoming environments, and promote equality and opportunities for advancement in our National Headquarters.
Our DEIB Committee was formed in 2021 to help advise, guide, and inform Delta Phi Lambda's DEIB initiatives as we recognize that our diversity benefits us as individuals, as an organization, and as influential changemakers in our communities.
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DEIB COMMITTEE
(Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging)
Purpose
The DEIB Committee will provide vision, make actionable recommendations, and oversee the development of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Strategic Plan initiatives. These initiatives will be implemented across the Sorority and position Delta Phi Lambda as the example amongst Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) fraternities and sororities for our inclusive community throughout organizational policies, procedures, and experiences.
Committee tasks include, but are not limited to:
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Identify the climate of members around DEIB to understand their experiences and needs.
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Identify biases and barriers in the Sorority that impacts members’ opportunities and experiences.
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Identify opportunities for growth in educating members on cultural bias, intersectionality, underrepresented communities, inclusion, and equity.
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Assess Sorority policies and procedures through a DEIB lens to identify systems and structures that may impede future initiatives.
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Develop a DEIB Glossary to establish a shared understanding of common vocabulary to help facilitate conversations.
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Develop the Sorority’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging philosophy.
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Establish recommendations of an appropriate DEIB Strategic Plan for the Sorority for training, programs, policies, and resources that foster a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture.
PROMOTING A SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE
Delta Phi Lambda is committed to promoting a sustainable growth model with infrastructure and operations management in place to support the growth and development of the Sorority and its members.
We undergo an annual Sorority evaluation to ensure that the structure is responsive to the needs of the membership and that the operations meet the highest standards of compliance with all applicable policies and procedures.
