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significantly impact the success of these two programs.

The vision of the NAACP is to ensure a society in which all

individuals have equal rights without discrimination based on

race. As we continue to advocate on behalf of female veterans

actively, our partnership with the NAACP will prove to be essential

in providing valuable resources and mentorship. The NAACP is a

proven leader in Civic Engagement and

achieving equal rights for all.

Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority,Incorporated is honored to be among

several highly regarded organizations

who also enter into a partnership with

the NAACP. The list of organizations

welcomed with new partnerships includes, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., NID

Housing, NOBLE National and BESLA.

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In this issue:

• NAACP Partnership

• When We Fight...We

Win

• Serving Our Neighbors

• Regional Highlights

•Elite Pearls

• Chiefs Corner

•The Capital Campaign

• Reveille 2019

#EXPLOSIVE

Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority Inc. The Home of the Elite Professional

NAACP Partnership On February 16, 2019, Kappa Epsilon Psi Military

Sorority, Incorporated entered into a historic

partnership with one of the most prolific

organizations who have proven themselves to be a

worldwide leader in matters of advocacy for the

rights of all people, civic engagement and

public service, the National Association for the

Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). As our

organization sets its Nation-Wide platform of Civic

Engagement and prepares to launch

two new programs; Our Vote Is

KEY and KEY Day on the Hill,

this partnership will serve as a

significant launching pad that will

Women of Service Being of Service

L-to-R: National Pres Tameeka Donald, Alpha Phi Alpha General Pres Dr. Everett B. Ward, National Vice Pres

Lenore Jackson

L-to-R: NAACP Chairman Leon W. Russell, National Pres

Tameeka Donald , National Vice Pres Lenore Jackson,

NAACP Pres Derrick Johnson

L-to-R: NAACP Chairman Leon

W. Russell, National Pres Tameeka

Donald , National Vice Pres Lenore

Jackson, NAACP Pres Derrick

Johnson

When We Fight...We Win

The 110th Annual Meeting of the NAACP was nothing short of

motivational and awe-inspiring. From the opening gavel and

Call to Order by Vice-Chairman Karen Boykin-Towns to the

electrifying benediction by the incomparable Rabbi Johna

Presner, the meeting proved to be just phenomenal.

Chairman, Leon W. Russell delivered an impressive

speech…”When We Fight...We Win”! His words were universal

and sentiments that we can all use, as we move upward and

forward doing the work of our beautiful organization. The

Chairman reminded us that in order to win; we must first be in

the fight with open arms. Open arms are a KEY component to

our sisterhood. He told us that there is value in the truth. We

must ensure that we stand for truth, equity, and justice for

everyone.

In many of our chapters across the organization, it is an

elections cycle. It is time for a new generation of leadership to

emerge. Sorors, it is imperative that we are in the the organization making a significant difference and not just on the

sidelines. Being engaged and supportive is KEY. Finally,

remember that even if the person you voted for is not elected,

the work of KEY is the primary mission. We have so much to

be proud of in the eight years we have been in existence, and

there is so much work ahead of us in the countless years to

come. Remember.... WHEN WE FIGHT... WE WIN!

Women of Service Being of Service Women of Service Being of Service

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L-to-R: National Pres Tameeka Donald, NAACP Chairman

Leon W. Russell, National Vice Pres Lenore Jackson

Serving our New

Neighbors In preparation for our move to the Greater

Atlanta Area, it was especially crucial for

our new neighbors to understand that we

came with one agenda; to serve the

community! Commissioner Larry Johnson,

Dekalb County Commissioner, District 3,

invited Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority

Inc. to partner with him and several other

organizations; including the Dekalb County

NAACP, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.,

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Huglife and

many others to provide Turkey's, clothes

and shoes to those in need during the

Thanksgiving Holiday Season. Over 300

families came out the event at The Gallery

at South Dekalb, and Kappa Epsilon Psi Military

Sorority, Inc. donated 50 Turkeys to ensure every

family had a fantastic holiday. Churches, youth

organizations and individuals alike, came out in

record numbers to give back to the residents ofDistrict 3. Commissioner Larry Johnson was

extremely grateful for our motivated service.

As we make Dekalb County the new Home of the

Elite Professionals, we look forward to more

opportunities to be "Women of Service, Being of

Service!"


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Community Service

Around the Regions

The USO

In Colorado Springs, Soror Sonji White has taken

Community Service to the next level. The local

USO recently recognized Soror White for over

140 hours of service within 2018. Because of her

tireless efforts, the USO was able to give fantastic

support to both military service member and their

families. Her service has no limits.

Breast Cancer

Awareness

Community Service is KEY in

Colorado Springs, and Sorors

of the Colorado Springs

Cluster made the 1st Annual

“Think Pink Fun Run” a family

affair. Sorors dawned their

pink camo and paraphernalia

and made an impact for such

a great cause.

Over in Lawton Oklahoma, the Sorors of the Lawton

Pi chapter also supported Breast Cancer awareness

by taking part in the American Cancer Society

Strides Against Breast Cancer in Oklahoma City.

Finally, Sorors in the Regional Detachment in

Texas also took part in a local Breast Cancer

Awareness Walk. Thank you Region 1 for

your unlimited support to such fantastic

causes.

In Indiana,

Sororstook up a

different

cause and

walked to bring

Awareness to end

Alzheimer’s

Disease. While

over in Mississippi, Sorors gave

back to their local community by

distributing items to local families

during the holiday season.


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Days for Girls (DfG)

Detroit Omicron - Days for Girls (DfG) is a global

movement that prepares and distributes sustainable

menstrual health solutions to girls who would other-

wise miss school during their monthly periods. The

organization began with volunteers in November

2008 as a small yet passionate group of women

(and some men!) and has rapidly grown into a ro-

bust network of more than 50,000 volunteers

around the globe. By 2018, the DfG Kits (designed

to last up to three years) and health education pro-

grams had reached more than one million girls and

women in over 100 countries.

In 2017, Soror Ruby Page took up Detroit Omicron

Chapter’s Challenge for Change. Soror Page lead

the chapter

in acquiring

material,

assembling

kits and dis-

tribution.

Each pack-

age is in a

draw-string

bag and in-

cludes reusable cloth menstrual pads made up of

colorful shields and liners, underwear, a washcloth

and soap, ziplock bags and other items. The kit

enables girls to carry their clean and used items

discreetly and to take care of their own hygiene

needs. During the distributions, women, and girls

also receive health education to break stigmas and

cultural taboos associated with menstruation.

Omicron Chapter salutes Soror Page in leading the

way for a change. With her hard work, we are on

schedule to fulfill our first order in the upcoming

weeks. Thank you, Soror Page, for your dedication,

perseverance, and willingness to lead us as Women

of Service.

Veteran Bonding Memphis Theta: The Sorors of Memphis Theta aka those Memphis

Kueens had a fantastic time bonding at the American Legion

for Thanksgiving. Not only did they meet and fellowship

then fellow veterans, but they also invited their families and

friends to join in on the feast. Memphis Theta takes the love

of fellowship in their community to the next level. The So-

rors labor diligently while serving and enjoying fellowship

with Alpha Omega Veterans Services. Sorors were encour-

aged by the story of how a Mother of a Veteran started the

organization to assister her sons returning home with PTSD.

Their community relations never ends.

On Post The Sorors of Louisville Phi are incredibly excited to occupy a per-

manent space to operate from on post. They recently acquired the

keys to their new home and chapter headquarters on Fort

Knox. Through their hard work and dedication, Louisville Phi is now

an official Private Organization on the post which allows them to

occupy office space to facilitate all of the chapter’s needs.


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Columbia Psi is always

on the Move!

If you ever visit Columbia South Carolina, you will never be

able to say you have nothing do. The Sorors of the Colum-

bia Psi Chapter can be seen in and around the city working

and making a difference in their communities. In October

and November, these Sorors were especially busy donating

time and money for several different causes. From walking

to bring awareness to domestic violence to purchasing

meals and delivering them to homeless veterans and many

more notable events, these Sorors are consistently paving

the way in service.


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Giving from the Heart at

Christmas

Little Rock Alpha Gamma: The Sorors of Little Rock Alpha

Gamma assisted Fishnet Ministries in preparing breakfast for

over 300 homeless and less fortunate individuals (men, woman,

and children) for the 14th Annual Christmas Caravan in Little

Rock, Arkansas. President Barbara Lunon and five other Sorors took time away from their families during the holiday season to spread a little holiday cheer. Once breakfast was complete, the

Sorors continued with the heartfelt gift of service, by donating blankets to those in need.

Service did not end there for Little Rock Alpha Gamma, some of

the Sorors later participated in Wreaths Across America. After a

long day of service, the Sorors took time to bond at their Annual

Christmas Party. With Sorors, family, and friends in attendance,

Little Rock Alpha Gamma ended the day by presenting their two

newest Sorors with certificates commemorating the completion of the New Dawn Rose Mentorship Program. Well done Little

Rock! You ROCK!


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Teamwork is KEY

North Carolina: The Sorors of Fayetteville Beta and Goldsboro

Sigma teamed up to represent Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorori-

ty Inc in a Veterans Day Parade. This was a joint Community

Service Event for both chapters and the impact was phenome-

nal. After the parade, both chapters took the opportunity to fel-

lowship and bond. This was an amazing display of Sisterhood

and Service to our Veteran Community.


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North Carolina Beta is

Leveling Up

Ovarian Cancer Gala: Even a natural disaster like Hurri-

cane Michael could not stop the mighty Beta Chapter. After

months of hard work and extensive planning, they hosted

their first annual Ovarian Cancer Gala. The Gala was creat-

ed to raise funds to support Teal Diva, a nonprofit organiza-

tion that brings awareness to this deadly disease. The

Guest speaker, Dr. Black, delivered a powerful speech followed

by a unique poem written by our decidedly won Soror Colette

Jones from Columbia Psi. The event was brought together

members of National Leadership, Regional Leadership, many

Local Leaders from around the Sorority and members of Kappa

Lambda Chi Military Fraternity Inc. The gala was a huge suc-

cess, and through their efforts, Fayetteville Beta was able to

make a substantial donation to Teal Diva. Well Done So-

rors.

Together in Service

Fayetteville Beta has Labored Diligently this year in the

areas of Service and Sisterhood. President Brooks has

led the chapter to be a premiere service organization in

their area and people are taking notice. The Soror of

the infamous Beta Chapter took part in the Wreaths

Around America. There efforts during this event united

members from other Military Greek Letter Organizations in the

Fayetteville area. It was a great opportunity for collaboration

while giving back.


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Always First The Honolulu Alpha Chapter, led by Shenequa "Savant Pearl" Dunn has the honorable distinction

of being the very first chapter in Kappa Epsilon Psi

Military Sorority Inc. They competed in the 6th

Annual PHI BETA SIGMA Strut & Stroll

Competition (their Annual Scholarship Fundraiser),

on Sunday, 13 January 2019 and took home 1st

Place and the grand prize of $1,000. Our Sorors competed against D-9/NPHC Fraternities and

Sororities for the big win. The

success not only includes the

monetary award but two photos... one

of last year’s winners, Delta Sigma

Theta Sorority, Inc. presenting them

the winners’ plaque, and one taken

with the guest judge from the hit

series’ Law & Order SVU and Hawaii 5-0, actor Stephen Hill.

HONOLULU ALPHA IS ALWAYS FIRST!!!

The Honolulu Alpha

Chapter hosted the

3rd Annual Holiday

Showcase. Local

talent from within the

community came out

to raise money for the

local Women’s Veter-

ans Shelter and a

scholarship for two

deserving J.R.O.T.C.

students.


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Elite Pearls

Our Elite Pearl membership closed our on December 31, 2018 with 243 Sorors making this

special commitment to our organization. What an impressive response to this program. Sorors,

thank you for supporting our organization in such a selfless way.

Annquarnette Aaron Kelsey Adams Seretha Ali Aresha Allen Ollie Amos Norine Andrews Corazon Applewhite

Lee Audrey Armistad Shakisha Bailey Linda Baker Vera Barefield Denise Bass Meredith Beach Tiffany Bell

Peggy Benoit Precious Bernard Shayda Betton Shanjaril Black Sarah Bland Kenya Blount Tyrah Bost Narda Bowen

Tresa Boyd Kamero Bradford-Kibler Maureen Brewster Rosa Broddie Danielle Brooks Shakerian Brooks Tangela Brooks

Tracy Brooks Ulandia Brooks Kimberly Broome Alice Brown Tamiko Brown Verdell Brown Tameitra Bryant Millette Burns

Tamika Burns Angela Burrell-Brown Deleskia Butler Deborah Byrd-Bowins Kiwanna Cain Cheryl Cameron Tanya Campbell

Daret Cannonier Veronica Cannon-Oden Victoria Carey Melissa Carter Brenda Chang Aneana Clark Teresa Clark

Shacara Clemons Kymberly Coffee Tomelya Coley Priscilla Compton Carney Diane Conner Dora Conwell-Lynwood

Lisa Coulter Michelle Coward Ursula Crawford Tanya Crayton Earnestine Culler Coretta Daniels Sharon Darmon

Antuanette Davis Kenyatta Davis Stacey Dawson Yolanda Dean Rhonda Denmon Robin Dennis Angela Diaz Faith Dickey

Tyeir Dorsey Stacie Dubose Latocha Duckworth Ka'chica Dukes Shenequa Dunn Tammie Elfadili Gwendolyn Ellis

Nikeya Elmore Shanelle Estelle Kaimeco Fairfax Antoinette Ferrell Michelle Floril Cindy Frazier Valarie Fullwood

Irether Gaines Christina Garnes Latonja Garnett Lawandca Gary Linda Gary Michelle Gaston Priscilla Giles

Debbie Gilliard Destria Gladney Joy Gohanna Guyla Green Tiwanda Griffin-Greer Shanina Guyton Marilyn Hackett

Brenda Hall Kea Hallman Lori Hampton-Vincent Anniebell Hanna Donzell Harmon Sonja Harris Mable Harvard

Tianna Hayes Paula Henderson R. Hickey Ongela Hilliard Lakishia Hines Seantoya Hinton Carla Holbrook

Jasonica Holloman Latrice Holmes Tomeka Howell Latasha Hunter Kaneka Jackson Monique Jackson Octavius Jackson

Sharon Jackson Sherita Jackson Vickie Jackson Latoya Jefferson Debra Jessie April Johnson Bonita Johnson

Judy Johnson-Joyner Odetta JohnsonShepherd Dawn Jones Sandra Jones Carolyn Jordan Yalisa Jordan Danette Josey

Toya Kelly Genelle Kendrick Diana Kinard Nessa Kingdom-Lewis Hope Kulaszewski Carolynette Lagana Mary Lamb

Laurie Lang Ayeisha Latta-Matthews Jannece Lawson Georgette Leverett Tammy Leverette Keesha Lindsey Catherine Love

Ushelor Lowery Tilwanja Lucas Barbara Lunon Sonya Mayo Theresa Mcbeth Yolanda Mccullough Tauchante Mccullum

Carla Mcfadden Twanya Mcgruder Jacqueline Mckennie Kresassidy Mckinney Debbie Mcmath Donyetta Mcneil Carolyn Mcwilson

Ophelia Mitchell-Simmons Yolanda Molden-Verner Qiana Moore Shameka Moore Vicki Moye Arlene Mullings Patricia Nance

Mechelle Nelson/Blue Iasha Nichols Latona Nichols Stephany Officer Angelica Owens Santita Page-Drummer Tina Perry

Shennika Prentice Sandra Prewitt Sarrah Price-Love Vernell Razor Alecia Reed Shere' Reese Tiffany Rhodes Yolanda Rhyne

Johnnisha Rice Celeste Rogers Benita Rogers-York Charita Roman Selena Rosa Charmaine Ross Crancena Ross

Nikkia Russell Carla Sanders Anita Scurry-King Latonya Shelly Maria Sierra Donna Smalls Nancy Smith Yolanda Smoot\

Regina Smothers Sallie Spann Christy Spence Kizzy Stephens-Fuller Vivica Stokes Zaliya Suraju Jocelyn Tate

Leticia Taylor Renee Taylor Sherlyne Thomas Keyla Thompson Nicole Thompson Shonell Treasure Andrea Turner

Joann Turner Michelle Turner Rhodelia Turner Jaime Uland Rosa Ulmer Nikia Walker Geisha Wallace Cynthia Warren

Mathelda Warren Ebony Washington Erica Washington Sabrina Washington Tierra Washington Kimyada Wellington

Judy White Sonji White Tracy Whitehead Veronica Whitmire Charlene Williams Cheryl Williams Latresha Williams

Rochelle Williams-Skinner Mariesa Wilson Robin Wood Dawn Wooten Sherry Wright Beverly Wyche Reid Ma'risa Young

Sophia Young


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The Chief’s Corner

Leveling Up!

Soror Tameeka Donald,

National President and Chief Executive Officer

Soror Mary Reede

National Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer

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Soror Lenore Jackson

National Vice President/Chief Operation Officer

Sisterly Greetings Sorors!

Happy New Year to all of our Sorors and Welcome Back! We are looking forward to a fantastic 2019 Sorority year. There are so many exciting things before us and Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority, Incorporated con-tinues to level up as elite “Women of Service, Being of Service” and serving our communities in excellence!

As we move into the first quarter, there are some ex-

traordinary ventures upon which we will be embarking.

As you know, we have launched our very first Sorority-

Wide Capital Campaign. The purpose of this campaign is

to ensure that we can open and operate our very first state of the art- International Headquarters. It is time for us to

level-up and move from just a PO Box to an actual brick

and mortar location. This International Headquarters will be the center of our operations.

In 2019, the organization will focus on the total Soror

Concept. We have taken into consideration your feed-

back, and we are in the process of establishing programs

that will assist not only newly initiated Sorors but all of our active Sorors; providing everyone an opportunity to take their knowledge of our organization

to the next level by launching the opening of our KEY Academy and Training Institute. Stay Tuned.

Our organization will undergo a reorganization and

restructuring that is intended to posture us for major

recruiting and expansion efforts. It’s time for us to take

the world by storm and to do this we must deploy a

strategy that makes us viable in the areas where we

currently have a presence and areas that are prime for

us to create an appearance. Also, we are going to solidify

our current programs with the necessary structure,

leadership, and guidance. You will see some significant

transitions as we move into our new home in Decatur, Georgia.

In 2019, our relationships you will see our relationships

with all of our partners go to greater heights. Now

that we have acquired these partners it is time to go to

work. We are establishing unique and meaningful

programs that are aligned with our vision and mission. It is imperative that they can be seamlessly deployed

throughout the Sorority. Our impact will be measurable

and sustainable, and our partners will have a great

appreciation for who we are, what we do and the

relationships we’ve established. 2019 is the year of

building lasting relationships within our community.

We are also looking forward to an #EXPLOSIVE Reveille.

We desire to see as many of our Sorors in attendance as

possible. There are so many surprises in store for those

who will be in attendance. You will NOT want to miss it! Your support of our Annual "Reveille" Conference is

critical. It is the one time of each year that we get to come

together in the spirit of genuine love, bonding and Sisterhood! - UNITED IN SISTERHOOD!



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Kappa Epsilon Psi

Military Sorority, Inc.Capital Campaign

2018-2019 Sorority Wide Goal - $300,000

Purpose: To allow members at all levels to unite and par-ticipate in giving opportunities to build our legacy-- by giving their very best. The campaign is designed to obtain the financial support and investment of our members to establish our international headquarters and the legacy of "Women of Service, Being of Service.”

Capital Campaign Donations

KEY Capital Campaign Elite Donors $250

KEY Capital Campaign Platinum Donors Level $500

KEY Capital Campaign Platinum Donors Level $1000 KEY Capital

Campaign Platinum Donors Level $1500

KEY Capital Campaign Donors Level $20.11


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A Special Message From Our “Oldest Sorors”

Fertile Myrtle and Foxy Brown:

HONEY...REVEILLE IS COMING! If you know

like we know...you better beat us there and not

only meet us there! We are packing our furs and

our snazziest wigs and you best believe we are

coming to show out! If you thought we tore the

house down last year... Baby we are ready to

show y’all neo’s how to really party this year! We

heard this thing is going to be #EXPLOSIVE.

Well we are bringing the Dynamite!

#TICK TICK BOOM!


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