[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 48 (Wednesday, March 26, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E447]
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 HONORING RHO LAMBDA OMEGA OF ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 26, 2014

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
remarkable Rho Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, 
Incorporated that was established on October 23, 1988 by thirty-two 
Alpha Kappa Alpha women who had a vision to expand and extend service 
to all mankind to a growing community in Jackson, Mississippi.
  The chartering ceremonies are ceremonies that were conducted by then 
18th South Eastern Regional Director, Mrs. Nancy G. Sewell. Since its 
inception, Rho Lambda Omega has experienced success by implementing 
many ongoing community service projects which fulfill tangible needs 
and make a difference in the lives of individuals in the Jackson 
Metropolitan Area.
  Many of the chapter's initial community projects that are focusing on 
Education, Health, Government, Family, the Arts, and Economic 
Empowerment have been implemented continuously over the years. Other 
projects are added as we continue to assess and address the needs of 
our local community and support the Sorority's international program 
initiatives.
  In a period of almost twenty years Rho Lambda Omega has grown from 
the initial thirty-two to an active membership of over one hundred.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Rho Lambda 
Omega of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated for their dedication 
to serving others in need.

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