Next Level Wealth Conference May Week, and Orita Events

Next Level Wealth Conference:

The Delta Education and Life Development Foundation partnered with the Broward County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Women of Color Empowerment Institute, The Links Fort Lauderdale, National Council of Negro Women Broward County Section, and National Black MBA Association South Florida Chapter to host the 2024 Next Level Wealth Conference on April 20th. An esteemed selection of speakers engaged the audience with conversations about wealth, financing education, managing credit scores, retirement planning, entrepreneurship, and debt management.

The event culminated with a business pitch competition sponsored by JCIM Technology, WealthyU, and Sagehill Insights. Congratulations to the winners!!!

Delta Track Winner ($1,000): Vernicca Wynter of Intentionality Wyns

Community Track Winner ($1,000): Marlisa Greene of Bolstering Births and Beyond

Youth Track Winner ($500): Tenny-Ann Dandy of Toothpick

This was an incredible event and could not have been made possible without the support of our sponsors, partners, and the community.

May Week:

The Delta Education and Life Development Foundation awarded $76,000 in scholarships to deserving high school seniors heading to college during the 46th annual May Week “In Pursuit of Excellence” Academic Awards and Scholarship Ceremony. The event, graced by the presence of approximately 150 diligent students with proud parents, family members, and friends, was a vibrant showcase of academic prowess and community support. Amidst the joyous atmosphere, the students were also treated to thoughtful tokens of appreciation. As they bid farewell, each scholar received graduation cups and ducks adorned with the initials “BCAC,” symbolizing both their academic accomplishments and their belonging to our cherished community. The success of the May Week Scholarship Ceremony serves as a testament to the power of education and community.

Orita:

On May 4th, the Broward County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in partnership with the Delta Education and Life Development Foundation supported 11th grade young ladies enrolled in the Delta GEMS program as they participated in the “Orita: Rites of Passage” ceremony. This powerful journey allowed the young ladies to learn about their culture, traditions, personal growth, financial literacy, womanhood, family values, resilience, self-respect, and leadership. Through this immersive experience, they understood their identity, community, and societal role as they prepared for adulthood and the Orita traditional African ritual. This program allowed them to celebrate their accomplishments and show their strength with community support as they journeyed from Talibahs to Zekayas.