Xi Omega, the first graduate chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® in Washington, D.C., was chartered on December 23, 1923, by twenty visionary women, including two of our founders: Norma E. Boyd and Carrie E. Snowden. Their unwavering commitment to exemplary service, scholarship, and the mission of “Serving All Mankind” aid the foundation for a legacy of extraordinary impact that continues today.
With a proud history of exceptional leadership, including three international presidents, Xi Omega has consistently advanced initiatives in healthcare, economic empowerment, education, and community engagement. Our current membership of several hundred women remains dedicated to uplifting lives, continuing the legacy of service, and creating lasting change across the Washington, D.C. community.
Xi Omega as the first Alpha Kappa Alpha graduate chapter in Washington, D.C. Our commitment to service and scholarship laid the foundation for a legacy that continues today.
We strengthen our bonds of sisterhood through service, empowering communities through education, economic and environmental advancement, social justice, and well-being. Our programs make a lasting impact in Washington, D.C., and beyond.
Led by a dynamic group of dedicated officers, Xi Omega is committed to empowering and inspiring our community through service and sisterhood. Our leadership exemplifies the values of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, guiding the chapter’s initiatives and shaping its future.
For over a century, Xi Omega has championed initiatives that uplift communities—advancing healthcare, economic empowerment, youth leadership, and civic engagement. –
Education has been at the heart of our mission, with impactful programs including school partnerships, college fairs at the Xi Omega Center, and STEM-focused summer camps. Through our nonprofit, Pearl and Ivy Educational Foundation, Inc. (PIEF), we have awarded over $1 million in scholarships.
Established in 1988, Pearl and Ivy Educational Foundation, Inc. (PIEF) has been committed to empowering students through education for over 35 years.
Our primary mission is to provide scholarships to deserving and high-achieving college-bound high school seniors in the District of Columbia, as well as continuing college students.
Comprised of college-educated, professional women dedicated to community service, PIEF has proudly contributed over $1 million in total giving since its inception, supporting the academic aspirations of countless students and enriching the lives of District residents.
Xi Omega hosts a variety of impactful events throughout the year, designed to engage, educate, and inspire our members and the broader Washington, D.C. community. From workshops and forums to community outreach and fundraisers, our events reflect our commitment to service.
