Charletta Wilson Jacks
Rooted in a legacy of service and driven by a vision for transformational leadership, Charletta Wilson Jacks leads with purpose, passion, and an unwavering commitment to empowering communities around the world. Her leadership reflects the enduring mission of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® to cultivate scholarship, strengthen sisterhood, and provide impactful service that transforms lives across generations.
At a pivotal moment in history marked by social change, economic uncertainty, educational disparities, and evolving community needs, Mrs. Jacks’ leadership arrives with both urgency and vision. She understands that organizations must not only preserve their legacy, but also boldly position themselves to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world. With more than five decades of sorority service and decades of executive leadership experience in government affairs, planning, and community development, she brings a unique combination of strategic insight, institutional knowledge, and transformative leadership that is deeply needed for this season.
Her leadership matters because it is grounded in action, collaboration, and impact. Throughout her career, Mrs. Jacks has demonstrated an extraordinary ability to bring people together, build consensus, and create solutions that strengthen communities. Whether guiding complex citywide initiatives in Atlanta, leading historic membership engagement efforts within the sorority, or advancing initiatives that support families, education, health, and economic empowerment, she has consistently championed progress with integrity and purpose.
Mrs. Jacks also recognizes that the future of service requires innovation, adaptability, and inclusivity. Her leadership embraces the power of intergenerational sisterhood, global engagement, and community-centered solutions designed to create measurable and sustainable impact. Through her administration theme—Championing Service. Empowering Sisterhood. Transforming the World.—she calls members to not only honor the organization’s rich legacy, but to actively shape its future through bold leadership, meaningful partnerships, and transformational service.
In a time when communities are seeking trusted leadership, authentic connection, and organizations willing to stand in the gap, Mrs. Jacks represents a leader prepared to meet the moment. Her vision is not simply about maintaining excellence, it is about expanding opportunity, strengthening the bonds of sisterhood, and ensuring that Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® continues to serve as a global force for progress, advocacy, and hope for generations to come.
Championing
Service
For five decades, Mrs. Charletta Wilson Jacks has exemplified a life committed to service, leadership, and community impact. As International President & Chief Executive Officer of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, she leads an organization of more than 390,000 members dedicated to advancing “Service to All Mankind.” Her distinguished career in government affairs, planning, and community development has helped shape transformative initiatives throughout the City of Atlanta while uplifting communities through strategic leadership and advocacy.
Empowering
Sisterhood
A proud Life Member, Legacy, and Golden member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Mrs. Jacks’ sorority leadership spans over 50 years of dedicated service. From leading international committees to spearheading a historic membership reactivation initiative that renewed the commitment of more than 17,000 members, she has consistently strengthened the bonds of sisterhood across generations. Initiated at the Gamma Upsilon Chapter of Savannah State University and later transferring to the Alpha Chapter at Howard University, she continues to inspire women through mentorship, leadership development, and a commitment to organizational excellence.
As a member of Lambda Epsilon Omega for over 35 years, Mrs. Jacks has held several key leadership positions, including President, Secretary, Treasurer and Graduate Advisor. As a result of her commitment to leadership and the sisterhood, the members of Lambda Epsilon Omega have elected Ms. Jacks as “Member of the Year” five times during her tenure as a member.
Transforming
the World
Recognized as a visionary strategist and transformational leader, Mrs. Jacks has dedicated her career to creating lasting change. From her leadership on major redevelopment projects in Atlanta to her groundbreaking role as the first African American female appointed as the City’s Zoning Administrator, her work has left a powerful imprint on communities and public policy. Through innovative leadership, global engagement, and a steadfast commitment to progress, she continues to advance a vision that empowers people, strengthens communities, and transforms the world.
