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Annual ReportLambda Theta AlphaLatin Sorority, Inc.A Sisterhood based on the principles of Unity, Love and Respect.2023-2024A Sisterhood fosteringthe development ofstrong leaders providingpolitical, social, andcultural activities. A Sisterhood promotingunity through charitableand educationalprograms.A Sisterhood thatmaintains a higherstandard of learningand serves as a voicefor all students.

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This year, we were able to reactivate twelve chapters (8undergraduate, 4 alumnae) and celebrated our tenthousandth member! We introduced a range of newprograms designed to enhance your skills, foster leadership,and support your individual goals. Workshops on financialliteracy, conflict management, and personal wellness havebeen incredibly well-received, and it is heartening to witnessso many of you embracing these opportunities withenthusiasm and dedication.Letter from theNational PresidentDear Sisters and Members of Lambda Theta Alpha,I hope this letter finds you all in good spirits and high energyas we celebrate another successful year together. It’s withimmense pride and excitement that I share our AnnualReport, reflecting on the past year’s achievements and ourongoing commitment to our strategic plan with ourpillars of Sisterhood, Development and Sustainability.Cristina T. Naranjo-Salazar2022-2024 National President01Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. 2023-2024 Annual ReportAt the heart of everything we do is our unwaveringcommitment to sisterhood. This year, we have workeddiligently to strengthen the bonds between us, ensuring thatevery member feels valued, supported, and empowered. Ourevents, both big and small, have fostered a deeper sense ofconnection and unity within our sorority. From mentorshipprograms to community service projects, the spirit ofsisterhood has been a guiding light, helping us navigatechallenges and celebrate our successes together.As we reflect on the past year and look forward to the future,I want to express my deepest gratitude to each of you. Yourdedication, passion, and commitment to our shared valuesare what make our sorority truly exceptional. Let us continueto innovate, empower, and support one another as we moveforward, always striving to create a positive impact within ourcommunity and beyond.Thank you for your unwavering support and for being anintegral part of this journey. Here’s to another year of growth,achievement, and unbreakable sisterhood. With Unity, Love and Respect,

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Leadership & StructureLambda Theta Alpha is governed by an elected Board of Directors, which iscomposed of 10 officers who are responsible for managing the affairs of the sororitybetween annual conventions. The Board oversees all sorority operations and isstructured to ensure that all viewpoints are considered in decision-making. In 2023-2024, the Board was supported by 5 National Advisors, 28 Regional Officers, 135 AreaOfficers, 37 Assistants, and 202 National Committee and Task Force volunteers. Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. 2023-2024 Annual Report2022-2024 National Advisors2023-2024 National Board of DirectorsHeadquarters StaffDr. Cecilia E. SuarezVice President of Internal AffairsBeta Sigma, Spring 2001Myrna RuizVice President of External AffairsEpsilon Sigma, Fall 2013Cristina T. Naranjo-SalazarNational PresidentBeta Theta, Spring 2004Jamie VegaVice President of AdministrationKappa, Spring 2011Sarah A. MazharVice President of FinanceBeta Omega, Spring 2003Jennifer AlcarazDirector ofAlumnae AffairsEpsilon, Fall 1998Isabel LugoDirector ofUndergraduate AffairsDelta Nu, Spring 2007Claritza J. ReyesDirector ofRisk ManagementEpsilon, Spring 1997Irasema Garcia-RosalesDirector ofOrientationDelta Beta, Fall 2012Rosa DiazDirector ofRecruitment & RetentionSigma, Fall 1993Yvonne MirandaAlpha, First Line 1979Maria CortesGamma, Fall 1985Amethyst ThormanBeta Eta, Spring 2004Alexis DegraffenreidDelta Beta, Fall 2008Michelle GrossmanGamma Beta, Spring 2010Dianna RomagueraExecutive AdministratorBeta Gamma, Fall 2000

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TotalUndergraduateAlumnae*Active Membership414 4421,384 1,5391,798 1,981Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. 2023-2024 Annual Report42 new Lifetime Active Members in 2023-2024 for a total of 413 LifetimeActive Members. Lifetime Active MembershipZeta Chapter, Richard Stockton College of New Jersey (NJ)Sigma Chapter, William Patterson University (NJ)Beta Gamma Chapter, University of South Florida (FL)Beta Sigma Chapter, University of Miami (FL)Gamma Iota Chapter, Florida Atlantic University (FL)Gamma Nu Chapter, Emory University (GA)Delta Alpha Chapter, University of Georgia (GA)Epsilon Nu Chapter, North Carolina State University (NC)Reactivated Undergraduate Chapters*Includes leadership and Lifetime Active Members.Alpha Iota Alumnae Chapter - Nashville, TNAlpha Mu Alumnae Chapter - Detroit, MIAlpha Omicron Alumnae Chapter - Phoenix, AZAlpha Tau Alumnae Chapter - Albuquerque, NMReactivated Alumnae ChaptersFall 2023 Spring 202404

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Conflict resolution trainings conducted at LeadershipRoundtables and Leadership Summit.Governing document amendments to expand on the NationalMediator Role.Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. 2023-2024 Annual ReportRespecting our journeyby leveraginginnovation for a unified vision.SISTERHOOD PILLARProgressObjectivesEmpower members to promote positive relationships andsupport each other’s overall well-being.Enhance meaningful opportunities for Sisterhood by leveragingnational and local programs.Cultivate an inclusive environment that embraces our membersas they present their authentic selves.Conducted a prophyte status assessment.Established the framework for ‘LTA Academy’.ProgressDEVELOPMENT PILLARObjectivesPromote personal and professional development within ourcommunity and membership. through a mentorship structure.Foster an environment that supports the development,contributions and progress of our leadership.Enhance the skills of our members and provide the resources tomaximally grow leaders from within.Aligned on an alumnae experience vision.ProgressSUSTAINABILITY PILLARObjectivesPromote active and Purpose-driven membership.Strengthen the leadership lifecycle. Uphold tradition while reevaluating our new member process.05

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Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.Lambda Theta Alpha celebrated 13 years in partnership with St.Jude Children’s Research Hospital at the St. Jude Walk/Run event.This signature event brings communities together nationwideduring Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to raise funds for thehospital. With more than 80 registered teams nationwide, LambdaTheta Alpha met and exceeded its annual goal, raising $30,062.In addition, LTA participated in a multi-market team blitz weekand held various rallies among members to encourageparticipation and share updates from St. Jude. Philanthropy & ServiceSt. Jude Children’s Research HospitalLambda Theta Alpha Foundation 2023-2024 Annual ReportThe Lambda Theta Alpha Foundation (LTA Foundation) wascreated as a separate entity from the sorority as a 501(c)3 nonprofitorganization to respond to the growing need for additionalfinancial support in our communities. In 2023-2024, members ofLambda Theta Alpha raised $31,080 while supporting thefollowing campaigns:Annual Scholarship CampaignScholarships are provided for students pursuing education atthe undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and whodemonstrate commitment to advancing their community.1.975 Annual Run: Bridge to Brighter Futures The sixth annual marquee event supports the continuedelevating of the Foundation’s work and engagement of localcommunities from across the country in a single event. 06

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Lambda Theta Alpha joined over 200 organizations across thenation for the 8th annual I Stand With Immigrants Day ofAction on October 25, 2023. With 41 chapters and areasactively engaged in events across campuses andcommunities nationwide, the membership comprised one ofthe largest contingents on this Day of Action. Read the fullpress release here.LTA VoiceLambda Hill DaysOn April 2024, Lambda Theta Alpha hosted its eighth annualLambda Hill Days. Cohort members traveled from across theU.S. to meet in Washington D.C. to meet in person with electedofficials. The National Political Education Initiative Committeeprovided resources for the 22 cohort members to contact theirrepresentatives and schedule meetings to speak aboutWomen’s Reproductive Health, Student Debt Relief, ArtificialIntelligence, and more! Read the full press release here.National Voter Registration DayLambda Theta Alpha joined thousands of organizationsnationwide in the mass celebration of National VoterRegistration Day on September 19, 2023, to register voters. Atotal of 22 chapters participated in the National VoterRegistration Day initiative, connecting with their localcommunities and campuses to register people to vote inperson and virtually. Read the full press release here.I Stand With Immigrants Day of ActionLambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. 2023-2024 Annual Report07

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National InitiativesSexual Assault Awareness MonthLambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc., in collaboration with prominent sororities,including Corazones Unidos Siempre/Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority,Incorporated, Latinas Promoviendo Comunidad/Lambda Pi Chi Sorority, Inc.,Kappa Delta Chi, Sigma Lambda Gamma, and Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha,Incorporada, has successfully concluded a month-long series of events andinitiatives during Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) 2024. Themed "VocesUnidas Cultivating Community" (United Voices Cultivating Community), thecampaign has set a benchmark in raising awareness and fostering communityresilience against sexual assault, particularly within Latinx communities.Throughout April, the partnering organizations engaged communities across thenation in a comprehensive slate of programming designed to educate, empower,and connect individuals. The initiative aimed to break the silence around sexualviolence in Latinx communities, where such discussions are often consideredtaboo. Read the full press release here.Financial Literacy MonthThe National Finance Committee hosts an annual series of virtual workshops toeducation members during April’s National Financial Literacy Month observation.In 2024, topics included Investing 101 and Post Graduate Finances. The programwas presented by members who are finance professionals and provided tools andresources throughout the month to support the ongoing education of financialliteracy. Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. 2023-2024 Annual Report

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Training & DevelopmentNational hazing prevention training was provided by the Prevent Zone platform, a leaderin prevention training. One representative from each constituency was required tocomplete the Hazing Prevention 101: Fraternity & Sorority Edition training. Members whocompleted the training shared the information learned with workshops at the local level.09Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. 2023-2024 Annual ReportLambda Ladies as Empowered Advocates for Diversity (LLEAD) Certification Programwas developed to further enhance our members’ leadership skills related to culturalsensitivity, diversity, and inclusion. Hosted by the National Leadership Development andStandards Committee, the 11 graduates attended weekly sessions over five-months ontopics such as intersectionality, social change, brave spaces, and inherent bias. National Hazing Prevention TrainingLambda Ladies as Empowered Advocates for DiversityKicking off the sorority year, Regional Officers attend an in-person Leadership Summit. In2023, leaders convened in Baltimore, MD, ahead of the National Convention for cross-training and planning time together.Leadership SummitHosted at the regional level, these leadership conferencessupport the training and development of our Area Officers onsorority operations, best practices, and planning for theupcoming year.Regional Leadership ConferencesRoundtables are held throughout the year and focus on sororityleadership training topics, including recruitment, leadershipwellness, governance, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Theyare open to all levels of sorority leadership.Leadership Roundtables

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National PartnershipsCDC ‘Let’s Stop HIV’ Together CampaignWe continued our collaboration with the CDC’s Let’s Stop HIV Together campaignfor 2023-24. This campaign is part of the national Ending the HIV EpidemicInitiative. Through our expansive network, we aim to support this campaign bysharing resources, initiating dialogue, and raising awareness for minorities andpeople of color living with or affected by HIV/AIDS. Throughout the next year,Lambda Theta Alpha will continue to engage in various activities to educate ourmembers about this health disparity affecting racial and ethnic minorities.Latinas in CyberFounded in October 2022, Latinas in Cyber (LAIC) is a non-profit organizationdedicated to empowering Latinas to pursue and excel in cybersecurity careers.This new partnership with Lambda Theta Alpha supports its mission to bridge thegender and diversity gap in the cybersecurity industry through education andaccess to opportunities. The partnership centered around the promotion of LAIC’sSecured Academy, providing affordable industry certification programs, aninternship pipeline, and annual mentorship. Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. 2023-2024 Annual Report10

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This year’s theme, “Anchored in Legacy, United in Sisterhood,” emphasizes thesignificance of upholding tradition and cultivating deep connections within ourcommunity. As part of our commitment to community service, we collaboratedto support La Casa De Las Madres by crafting over 2,000 bracelets. This effortrepresents 43% of their targeted goal of 3,000 bracelets for the FY 24-25 TeenDating Violence Awareness Campaign.The National Convention included a powerful blend of reflection, inspiration,and practical learning, leaving attendees with a renewed sense of purpose and awealth of knowledge to bring back to their chapters and communities. Read thefull press release here.Nearly 400 members of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority,Inc. convened at the San Francisco Airport MarriottWaterfront on June 21 - June 23, 2024, for the annualNational Convention. The three-day event includedopportunities for members from all over the country toengage in sisterhood bonding, learn more about oursorority’s history, attend educational and motivationalsessions, as well as celebrate each other and the sorority’saccomplishments.2024 National ConventionLambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. 2023-2024 Annual Report

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