Press Release
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® convened more than 27,000 members in Las Vegas, Nevada, for its historic 72nd Boule, one of the largest gatherings in the organization’s history. The international meeting brought together members from across the globe to conduct the official business of the Sorority, strengthen sisterhood, celebrate service achievements, and chart the future direction of the organization.
Held over several days of legislative sessions, leadership activities, educational programming, community engagement initiatives, and celebratory events, the Boule reflected the Sorority’s enduring commitment to service, scholarship, leadership, and global impact. Members representing graduate and undergraduate chapters across 15 nations and territories participated in strategic discussions focused on advancing initiatives that positively impact communities around the world.
A defining moment of the 72nd Boule was the installation of Charletta Wilson Jacks as the Sorority’s 32nd International President & CEO. A transformational leader with decades of executive leadership and sorority service, Mrs. Jacks officially assumed leadership of the organization during an installation ceremony attended by thousands of members and distinguished guests.
Under her administration theme, “Championing Service. Embracing Sisterhood. Transforming the World,” Mrs. Jacks called upon members to honor the organization’s historic legacy while boldly embracing innovation, collaboration, and global engagement to address the evolving needs of communities worldwide.
“The 72nd Boule represented more than a gathering of members — it was a powerful demonstration of sisterhood in action,” said organizational leaders. “As Alpha Kappa Alpha moves into its next chapter of leadership, the Sorority remains steadfast in its mission of service to all mankind while expanding its influence across communities throughout the world.”
Founded in 1908 at Howard University, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® is the first Greek-letter organization established by African American college-trained women. Today, the organization comprises more than 390,000 initiated members in over 1122 graduate and undergraduate chapters located in 15 nations and territories worldwide.
