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Message AmicaeZ E T AO F H O O V E RNORTH SHELBY LIBRARY5521 CAHABA VALLEY RD.HOOVER, AL 35242ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC.PSI UPSILON ZETA CHAPTERJ A N U A R Y11:00AM182 0 2 5C O M M U N I T Y I N T R O D U C T I O N

Friend Dr. Stacie NC Grant, International President and CEOZeta Phi Beta Sorority, IncorporatedFriend Kenya L. WashingtonSouth Central Regional DirectorFriend Dr. SoJuan CrenshawAlabama Sate DirectorFriend LaDara Lee, PresidentZeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Psi Upsilon Zeta ChapterFriend Calandra Jones McDonaldFriend Tanyon MartinInternational Co-Directors of Amicae AffairsFriend Calandra Jones McDonaldSouth Central Region Amicae CoordinatorFriend Tonya AllenAlabama State Amicae CoordinatorAmica Vinette SharpSouth Central Region Amicae PresidentAmica Paula HallAlabama State Zeta Amicae President Amica Mia Thomas, PresidentZeta Amicae of Hoover

To make a difference in the Lives of Others throughService, Amicae and Zetas, Hand in Hand WorkingTogether, A cultivation of “Friendships for Life.”The Zeta Amicae is a group of women organized as an Auxiliaryunder the guidelines of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated andare affiliated through local Zeta chapters. The purpose of ZetaAmicae is to lend assistance to Zeta activities, to promote goodpublic relations among Zetas and other women in thecommunity, to make women who are not affiliated with a Greekletter organization feel closer to the programs of a Greek group,and to assure more cooperation in community affairssponsored by Zetas.Empowering Amicae to be Leaders and Servants in theirCommunities Through Education, Communication,Evaluating, Elevating and Re-Branding.

As early as 1940, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated had begun torealize the importance of the prestige, good will, unity, andcooperation of women who for various reasons were not members ofany Greek-letter organizations.These women were organized into auxiliaries, but it wasn’t until1948 when Grand President, Lullelia Harrison included in her reportto the 1948 Boule’ in session, a recommendation that chapters beallowed to organize auxiliaries and all such auxiliaries be known asZeta “Amicae” (Friends of Zeta).Today Amicae Auxiliaries are in all eight regions of Zeta Phi BetaSorority, Incorporated and have and continue to render invaluablecommunity service and thousands of dollars helping Zeta Phi BetaSorority, Incorporated extend their outreach to the communitieswhere they live and serve.Zeta values our Amicae and embraces the concept that all women, nomatter their educational level, have the ability to reach their fullpotential in all areas of their lives to create and achieve unlimitedopportunities. Zeta Amicae of Houston, TXThe 1st Amicae Auxiliary

On Friday, November 15, 2024, a historic milestone was achievedwith the granting of the charter for Zeta Amicae of Hoover. Theofficial chartering ceremony took place the following day, Saturday,November 16, 2024, during the Alabama State Leadership Conferencein Birmingham, Alabama held the BJCC. Presided over by thedistinguished South Central Regional Director, Kenya L. Washington,the event marked a momentous occasion for the auxiliary.Attendees included members of Psi Upsilon Zeta, along with a host ofhonored guests who gathered to witness and celebrate the occasion.The founding charter was bestowed upon a group of eight dedicatedwomen who would serve as the inaugural members, laying thefoundation for a legacy of service and sisterhood within theHoover/Shelby County community.

ProgramZ E T A A M I C A E O F H O O V E RINTRODUCTION OF ZETA AMICAE OF HOOVERFRIEND DR. HOPE ENGLISHZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. - PSI UPSILON ZETA CHAPTERWELCOMEAMICA SHAKERRIA HOLLISHISTORY OF ZETA AMICAEAMICA ERIKA HUBBARDHISTORY OF ZETA AMICAE OF HOOVERAMICA MIA THOMASACKNOWLEDGEMENTSCLOSING REMARKSFRIEND LADARA LEE, PRESIDENTZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. - PSI UPSILON ZETA CHAPTERC O M M U N I T Y W E L C O M E R E C E P T I O N

Mia ThomasPresidentErika HubbardVice PresidentHometown: Pleasant Grove, AlabamaHobbies: Motorcycle riding & HorsebackridingWhy I Chose Zeta AmicaeHometown: Hybart, AL (Monroe County) Hobbies: Reading, Catering, Trail Riding,and TravelingWhy I Chose Zeta Amicae“...Because it aligns with one of my Godgiven gifts and that's unity throughuplifting, empowering and encouragingpeople to be great and to meetchallenges with optimism and Faith!”“...Jeremiah 29:11 when God said He knows the plans for me! God gave Trailblazer Lucille Avant the idea to diversify thesorority’s membership through the development of anauxiliary group! God knew the plans for me! It was all inGod’s plans for my life! A different path; but through ZetaAmicae, I have the opportunity to stand on business, servethe community and be a part of Finer Womanhood!

Yolanda HarrisSecretaryLovea PayneTreasurerHometown: Birmingham, AlabamaHobbies: Cooking, Dancing and Ilove Vintage ClothingWhy I Chose Zeta AmicaeHometown: Birmingham, AlabamaHobbies: Crocheting, adult coloring,and diamond artWhy I Chose Zeta Amicae“...Lifetime commitment ofsisterhood and bonding with womenthat have the same passion as myselfto serve the community and youthdevelopment.”“I chose Zeta Amicae because I was soimpressed with the sisterhood andcommunity service that the organizationparticipated in. I wanted to be part of aworld renowned organization that hashelped millions of people. I also love thesisterhood and love that is shown betweenthe friends.”

Shakerria HollisZHOPE CoordinatorEbonee M. ElliottParliamentarianHometown: Leeds, AlabamaHobbies: Crafting, spending timewith my family, and onlineshopping Why I Chose Zeta AmicaeHometown: Birmingham, AlabamaHobbies: DecoratingWhy I Chose Zeta Amicae“I chose Zeta Amicae for friendship,sisterhood, and to serve alongsidean amazing group of FinerWomen!!” “I chose to become a member of ZetaAmicae because I love their missionand appreciate that they have anAuxiliary that allows mothers andother woman to become part of asisterhood with purpose.”

Bernadette ParksCharter MemberJanet D. WilliamsCharter MemberHometown: Montgomery, AlabamaHobbies: Cooking, Looking at recipes(and making them my own)Why I Chose Zeta AmicaeHometown: Birmingham, AlabamaHobbies: Shopping, Keeping thegrandbabies, watching TV, going outto eat, and going to churchWhy I Chose Zeta Amicae“...Because I enjoy socializing, helpingothers and serving the community.” “I chose Zeta Amicae because I lovethe charity work and communityservice that Zeta is fulfilling forpeople in the community.”

AmicaeZ E T AO F H O O V E Rt h a n k Y o uOn behalf of the Zeta Amicae of Hoover, we extend our deepestgratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of ourchartering and community welcome event. Your unwaveringsupport, generosity, and encouragement have been instrumental inbringing our vision to life and making this milestone moment trulyunforgettable.Whether you shared your time, talents, resources, or words ofinspiration, your contributions have left an indelible mark on ourhearts and our community. Together, we have created a foundationof friendship, service, and unity that will guide us as we continue toserve and uplift others.Thank you for being a vital part of this journey. Your commitmentto excellence and support of our mission inspire us to achieve evengreater heights.In the Spirit of Friendship,Zeta Amicae of Hoover