The
youth represented Kappa Iota Zeta (KIZ) exceptionally well at the 82nd
Southeastern Regional Conference held in Atlanta, GA. Joy
Johnson, the Archonette President was invited to speak at the opening ceremony
to give the welcome. Additionally, she was greeted to a warm reception with the
Madam Grand Wright, Commissioner Emma Darnell and Executive Director of Airport
Area of Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Carmenlita Scott. She was the
highlight of the evening.
The
youth took home numerous awards. The youth competed in the Regional
Spelling Bee where they took first, second and third place. Additionally, they
were all recognized for all A’s and AB Honor Roll. March for Babies 2015, the
Pearlettes raised the most money $500.00. In 2016, The KIZ Youth took first
place in the Regional Youth Project: March for Babies/Coins in a Baby Bottle
donation. The total amount of coins received by the KIZ Youth were over $150.
KIZ Youth were able to
attend a college tour that took them to the campus of Spelman College. They
visited Sisters Chapel on the Spelman campus where, after his assassination,
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s body once lied in repose. They also visited
Spelman’s gym where they have all new equipment. The youth advisors were
excited to see “Gilbert Hall” one of the filming locations for the famed
television show “A Different World.”
KIZ Pearlettes were able
to meet Soror Sheryl Underwood and take pictures. The youth really enjoyed
Soror Underwood.
KIZ Youth created
Christmas Cards for the Seniors at Cosby Spear High-Rise and
also our lovely Doves.
KIZ Youth wrote letters
to our military services members in recognition of Veteran’s Day.
Fundraising Events: the selling of the Waffle
house coupons. Overall the youth raised over $200.
More to come!!
The
Archonettes had four young ladies to induction to the youth auxiliary. Joy
Johnson is the President, Arshanti Williams is the Vice President, Monique Tuft
is the Secretary, and Cierra Williams is the Treasurer. These young ladies have
done several ZHOPE projects this year so far.
KIZ
Youth also attended Union City Breast Cancer Walk; where they helped sign
runners and walkers in and passed out snacks and water.
KIZ
Youth also attended the Harp Concert. This was a real treat for all involved.
