EMBODI Round Up 2024 ~ Christmas program
Embodi Member Present & Past
Sisters Working Together
EMBODI Kick - Off on Saturday, September 28, 2024
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WAKANDA FOREVER
EMBODI MEMBERS, MENTORS, AND SISTERS
The movie is a 2022 American superhero based on the Marvel Comics character Black Panther. As you view the photo above, it shares that everyone enjoyed themselves.
EMBODI Youth/Sorors/Members Skating Trip
EMBODI PROGRAM
Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence
The EMBODI (Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence) program is designed to refocus the efforts of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., with the support and action of other major organizations, on the plight of African-American males. Both informal and empirical data suggests that the vast majority of African-American males continues to be in crisis and is not reaching its fullest potential educationally, socially and emotionally. EMBODI is designed to address these issues through dialogue and recommendations for change and action. EMBODI addresses issues related to STEM education, culture, self-efficacy, leadership, physical and mental health, healthy lifestyles choices, character, ethics, relationships, college readiness, fiscal management, civic engagement and service learning.
2022 Christmas Round-Up
EMBODI'S CHRISTMAS 2022
Youth Introduction Members
Youth Introduction Members
The EMBODI Members, Mentors, Parents, Guest and Sorors were in attendance for this annual program.
Youth Introduction Members
Youth Introduction Members
Youth Introduction Members
The EMBODI Committee Members strive to empower our youth to become leaders in the community.
EMBODI Monthly Meeting
The EMODI members were engaged in a
discussion on "Bullying." The mentors lead the discussion.
Our Community Service Recipients 2025
Our recipient for the James E. Clemmons Award is Jamison Kyle Bethea. This prestigious award recognizes students with a strong commitment to community service. It was established in honor of the late Sheriff James E. Clemmons Jr., who served as a dedicated mentor for the Bennettsville-Cheraw Alumnae Chapter’s EMBODI (Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence) program for over 15 years.
Jamison is a 2025 honor graduate of Marlboro County High School and completed the Early Scholars Program at Northeastern Technical College. Ranking in the top 5% of his graduating class, he is a high-achieving student leader and athlete. A native of Bennettsville, he is the son of Rev. Jeremy Bethea and Dr. Kandace Rhames Bethea.
Our EMBODI chair is Soror Dannie Blair. We appreciate her and all that she does for the EMBODI youth.
James E. Clemmons Award
Jamison Bethea and Soror Gina Owens are shown here.
Jamison’s consistent demonstration of academic excellence, leadership, and service reflects his unwavering drive and commitment to personal and community growth. He plans to attend the University of South Carolina in Columbia, where he will pursue a career in the medical field. Congratulations Jamison! We wish you well.
Educational Scholarships
Dorren Murphy
Dorrien Murphy is a graduate of Marlboro County High School. He is the son of Mr. Donald Murphy and the late Elizabeth Murphy. Dorrien plans to continue his studies at Northeastern Technical College in the fall.
Christine Miller
Christian Miller is a graduate of Cheraw High School. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Miller. Christian plans to attend the University of South Carolina in the fall. Pictured with Christian is President Gina Owens (Left) and Soror Lynn Henry (right).
Miss Jabberwock 2024~ 2026
Terilynn Holmes is Miss Jabberwock 2024-2026. She is the daughter of Terry and Trudy Holmes. Terilynn is a graduate of Marlboro County High School and plans to attend the University of South Carolina in the fall.
EMBODI: Empowering Males
What is EMBODI?
Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence, is a mentoring program designed to refocus efforts of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. with the support and actions of other organizations, on the plight of African American males to address issues through dialogue and recommendations for change and action. Soror Dannie Blair is presenting the award to Elijah Shaw. Soror Callie Ellerbe is the co-chair.
Our Programs
The chapter has been fortunate to have the assistance of four collaborative mentoring groups. They are Theta Phi Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc, Cicero Holdings, LLC, Men of Grace Temple Fellowship Church, and members of Lambda Iota Iota Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. In addition to Darrell Campbell of Campbell Consulting group in Columbia, S.C. who provides financial support with the entrepreneur project and activities of EMBODI.