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Arts and Letters
Guided by the mission of Delta Sigma Theta’s National Commission of Arts and Letters, which was established in 1973 by 15th National President Lillian P. Benbow and co-chaired by Honorary Members Leontyne Price and Lena Horne, the Arts & Letters Committee of the Federal City Alumnae Chapter uses the arts as a powerful tool to educate, inspire, and transform communities.
Honoring Delta’s commitment to service and social action plans and implements work designed to celebrate, preserve, and advance Black creativity, culture, and intellectual expression. Through innovative programming and strategic partnerships, the committee uplifts the arts in all forms — literature, music, visual and performing arts — while promoting literacy, cultural awareness, and community engagement. Our initiatives amplify Black voices, support Black authors and artists, and create meaningful opportunities for members and the broader community to connect through storytelling, service and artistic excellence.
We aim to honor and celebrate the legacy of Black artistry while nurturing the next generation of creators, thinkers, and leaders.
If you would like more information regarding TheFCAC’s Arts and Letters initiatives, please feel free to reach out via email: artsandletters@thefcacdst.org.
Signature Events:
- FCAC Reads: An initiative committed to illuminating minds through access, representation, and the power of reading by promoting books written by Black female authors.
- Amplifying Black Voices Through Literature: A literacy-focused initiative dedicated to exposing D.C. youth to culturally affirming stories that inspire a lifelong love of reading through our Reading Is Lit! Book drive and Read Across America Day event.
- Delta Red Carpet Screenings: Periodic events designed to place a spotlight on impactful Black films while creating space for conversation, culture, and collective reflection.
Turning Pages, Changing Lives In celebration of National Reading Month and Women's History Month, the Federal City Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosted a dynamic literacy event at Kimball Elementary School on March 27 featuring Honorary Member Collette V. Smith. As part of the Arts and Letters Committee’s “Celebrity Read Out,” Soror Smith read from Collette’s Courage and encouraged students to dream boldly, set goals, and reject limitations. Sorors also engaged Pre-K classrooms with read-aloud sessions that reinforced early literacy and representation. The event marked the culmination of the chapter’s three-month “Reading Is Lit!” book drive, which collected more than 500 books by Black authors for distribution to six D.C. public schools. With strong leadership presence and community partnership, FCAC continues to advance literacy, inspire youth, and ensure every child sees themselves reflected in the stories they read. |
From Gary, Indiana to global icon, Michael Jackson redefined music, performance, and storytelling. As a child star with the Jackson 5, he captured hearts with undeniable talent. As a solo artist, he broke barriers—his album Thriller remains the best-selling of all time, and his groundbreaking videos transformed music into a cinematic experience. From Billie Jean to Man in the Mirror, his work challenged us to dance, reflect, and grow. As we look ahead to the release of Michael, the biopic of his phenomenal life, we celebrate the legacy of an artist whose impact continues to shape generations. The soundtrack lives on. Press play. Experience the journey. |
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