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PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS
In keeping with our founder’s vision, chapters and members of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority implement and execute programs and projects throughout the year to further the aims and ideals of the organization. These initiatives include:
PROGRAMS
American Education Week​​
Members work in support of the National Education Association via its national theme to celebrate and embrace America’s public schools.
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Business Month
Iota’s capstone programs occur throughout the month of April. Activities focus on efforts to stimulate interest in business education and to recognize to those who have made outstanding achievements in the field of business.
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Black History Month
​​Programs are designed to encourage youth and adults to understand the issues faced by African Americans, to share ideas and reactions, and to recognize African Americans who have had a significant impact on our nation and the world.
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Founder's Day
Celebrated annually on the first day of June throughout Iotaland.
PROJECTS
Toy's "U" Can't Return​​
A teen pregnancy prevention project designed to help educate communities about teen pregnancy and develop effective action agendas for preventing children from having children.
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Career Exploration
Programs are designed to help broaden youths’ awareness of career opportunities and to assist in preparing them for the world of work.
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Iota Mother's Assistance Program
Iota Mothers Assistance Program (IMAP) – Program designed to provide outreach services to meet the needs of teen and disadvantaged mothers.
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Future Iota Leaders (FIL)​​
Future Iota Leaders (FIL) – are preteen and teenage girls and boys who are mentored by members of the Iota family. Programs provide socialization and development opportunities for youth leadership training and encourage them to realize their potentials to the fullest.
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Scholarships
Scholarships – are awarded annually on the chapter, regional, and national levels.
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Tutorial
Members assist the educational system by providing remedial help for those with academic weaknesses, and work to eradicate illiteracy.
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Mahala S. Evans Award
(Outstanding Soror of the Year).
This award is given to recognize those sorors who have contributed most to the Sorority during the past two years, including participation in local, regional and national programs and projects and community activities.
Lola M. Parker Award
(Outstanding Woman of the Year)
The nominees are chosen The Lola M. Parker Achievement Award, synonymous with the name of the Sorority’s founder, is the highest award given by the Sorority and is presented to a woman based on her outstanding work in business and contribution to the community.