Phi Beta Sigma has from its very beginning concerned itself with improving the general well-being of
minority groups. In 1934, a well-defined program of Social Action was formulated and put into action. Bro. Elmo M. Anderson, then president of Epsilon Sigma Chapter (New York) formulated this program calling for the reconstruction of social order. It was a tremendous success. It fit in with the social thinking of the American public in those New Deal years.

The mission of the International Social Action Program is to encourage social, political and philanthropic leadership which strengthens our respective communities and our membership by:

Educating fraternity members on health issues affecting them and their families
Increasing visibility and sense of self-worth by/through serving in the community
Providing education/information about political and community issues, and increasing awareness of the legislative process
Involving the membership in fund raising activities that support organizations sharing our vision
Promoting health awareness to encourage prevention of health challenges and promote health maintenance

National Initiatives

Living Well Brother-to-Brother
The Sigma Wellness: Living Well Brother-to-Brother is our men’s health initiative designed to educate and inform our membership and the community about key health issues facing men of color. Engaging
our communities through dialogue about overall quality of health and solutions to improve our well- being as men by addressing various health topics.

Sigma Advocacy
Sigma Advocacy is an initiative designed to focus on building our collective voice around legislative policies that impact our communities locally, statewide and nationally. Supporting the public’s concern for a particular cause or policy, chapters are encouraged to host or attend local town halls to address any issues impacting the community and solicit engagement through events such as:

PROJECT VOTE (voter registration, voter education, voter participation and getting out to vote)
Sigma Week On Capitol Hill
Sigma Day at the State Capitol

Social Action Partnerships
For decades Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity maintained strong relationships with leading community organizations.
In keeping with the Fraternity’s national program of Social Action, Theta Tau Sigma Chapter is committed to serving the Washington Metropolitan community. Our aim is to participate annually with our fraternity’s national partners – March of Dimes, American Cancer Society, NAACP, Urban League and HIV/AIDS Awareness.

Resources

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity – Social Action International Program

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