Alpha Kappa Alpha is a historically Black sorority founded on January 15, 1908, at Howard University in Washington, D.C. It was established by a group of college-educated women to promote sisterhood, scholarship, and service. The organization is the first Greek-letter sorority for African American women and has a rich legacy of community service and leadership development. With over 300,000 members worldwide, Alpha Kappa Alpha focuses on various initiatives, including education, health, and economic empowerment. The sorority is known for its signature programs and partnerships that address social issues affecting the African American community and beyond.