The Divine nine

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The Divine Nine are the nine historically African American fraternities and sororities that make up the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC). They were founded in the early 20th century by Black college students as a way to create safe spaces for themselves and to promote academic excellence, leadership, and service to the community.

The nine organizations are:

  • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (founded 1906)
  • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (founded 1908)
  • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. (founded 1911)
  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (founded 1911)
  • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (founded 1913)
  • Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. (founded 1914)
  • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (founded 1920)
  • Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. (founded 1922)
  • Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. (founded 1963)

The Divine Nine have played a significant role in the history of Black America. They have been at the forefront of the civil rights movement, the fight for social justice, and the promotion of educational and economic opportunities for Black people. They have also made significant contributions to the arts, sciences, and humanities.

Today, the Divine Nine continue to be important institutions in the Black community. They provide support and guidance to their members, and they work to uplift and empower the Black community. They are also committed to providing service to others, and they have a long history of philanthropy.

The Divine Nine are a vital part of the Black experience, and they continue to play an important role in the fight for equality and justice. They are a source of pride and inspiration for Black people everywhere.

Here are some additional facts about the Divine Nine:

  • The first Divine Nine fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha, was founded at Cornell University in 1906.
  • The first Divine Nine sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, was founded at Howard University in 1908.
  • The Divine Nine are collectively known as the “Black Greek Letter Organizations” (BGLOs).
  • There are over 300,000 undergraduate and alumni members of the Divine Nine.
  • The Divine Nine have a long history of service to the community. They have raised millions of dollars for charity and have volunteered countless hours of service.
  • The Divine Nine are a source of pride and inspiration for Black people everywhere. They represent the best of what it means to be Black in America.