Eastern Regional Staff Meeting
2025-09-20 09:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
STAFF MEETING AGENDA

ATTENDEES: EASTERN REGION STAFF, DISTRICT DIRECTORS, AREA DIRECTORS, CHAPTER PRESIDENTS, CHAPTER DEANS, CHAPTER ADVISORS, RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER POCs
Topics: Senior Leadership Team, IMDP, Risk Management and Election Process Protocol.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025

TIME:
SESSION:

9:00am
Opening Session

★ 9:00am: Call to Order and Administrative Review, Bro. Duane Edwards, Executive Director, Eastern Region
★ 9:15am: Meeting Overview and Update

Review of the 2025 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Eastern Region Senior Leadership Team Strategic Planning
Strategic Goals and Objectives for Year 1
Bro. Rasheen Smith, Eastern Regional Vice President and Bro. Jeremy Henderson, Eastern Regional Assistant Vice President

10:00am
IMDP Discussion – What’s Changed and What Remains the Same: Brother Dontae Ryan and Brother Bruce Hill, Co-Directors of Membership for the Eastern Region, Brother Alprentice Rawls, Director of Membership Chair for Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

MAAC and VACAPAF alignment
ONECA, NYACOA, PAAC, NJAPAAC, and International alignment
Key Dates (application windows, District Director dates for IMDP window)
Request for IMDP forms (process)
Ritual distribution process
IMDP training requirements (in person training vs self paced training)
Chief Dean Certification

11:00am

15 Minute Stretch Break

11:15am
Risk Management Updates: Brother David Rogers, Risk Management Officer for Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Risk Management Updates
District Risk Management Officers (Pilot Program)

12:00pm
Election Process Protocol Changes. Bro. John Williams, Standing Committee on Elections Chair for Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Approval process for new Election Policy Manual
Feedback from chapters
Election Training for Region and entire Fraternity

1:00pm
Recap: Good of the Order
Bro. Duane Edwards, Executive Director, Eastern Region

OLA Congressional Black Caucus Reception
2025-09-24 17:00 - 23:30 | The Park at 14th, 920 14th St NW, Washington, DC, 20005, United States
Join the Brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Omicron Lambda Alpha Chapter
We are hosting our Annual Congressional Black Caucus Reception.
September 24th, 2025
5 PM – Until
The Park at 14th
920 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
ATTIRE: BUSINESS
Join us as we invite politicians and candidates across the political spectrum to discuss ways we can change our political landscape. In years past, we heard from politicos such as Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks, U.S. Senator and Alpha Man Raphael Warnock, St. Paul, Minnesota Mayor, and Alpha Man Melvin Carter, Howard County Executive Brother Calvin Ball, Brother Representative Al Green, Brother Mayor Rex Richardson and Congressman for the Virginia-3rd Congressional District, Alpha Man, Rep. Brother Bobby Scott, (VA-3), Brother Congressman Steven Horsford (NV -4) the former Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, and DC Councilmember Robert White.
FREE entry with RSVP before 9 PM
$20 Express Entry – skip the line for expedited entry.
Dinner tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis at The Park at 14th.
Call the Park on the 14th at (202)-550-0300 to reserve a table for the entire evening.
Music by
Several DJ’s
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No Refunds

36th NYACOA District Convention
2025-11-14 - 2025-11-16 | Buffalo, NY
Greetings Brothers of NYACOA,
In accordance with Article IV, section 5.5 of the New York Association of Chapters of Alpha constitution, we are pleased to issue the official Convention Call for the 36th Anniversary NYACOA/District III Convention, to be held on November 13-16, 2025. This year’s convention will be held in Buffalo, NY at Buffalo State University. Our host chapters for the convention are the Rho Lambda, Delta Epsilon, and Phi Omicron. We could not be more excited about the Brothers of Buffalo hosting us this year.
We are pleased to share that this year, the registration rate for College Brothers is again $100.00! The registration rate for Alumni Brothers is $275.00. Discounted rate information for chapters can be found in the convention call.
This year’s theme is “The Gateway to Greatness.”
Alpha, as the first Black Greek-letter fraternity in the United States, embodies the very spirit of Buffalo’s nickname, “the Gateway to Greatness.” We know that Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated opens doors of opportunity not only for our members but also for the communities we serve. Much like a gateway, the Fraternity provides a passage for our Brothers to develop their intellect, character, and capacity to lead—transforming ambition into action.
Through our various mentorship programs, civic engagement, and a steadfast commitment to social justice, Alpha cultivates excellence and empowers individuals to rise above barriers, creating pathways toward higher education, professional success, and meaningful community impact. In this way, the Fraternity becomes more than an organization; it is a living conduit to greatness, inspiring generations to uplift others, break through limitations, and build a future where achievement and service walk hand in hand.
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We encourage you to use our gathering in Buffalo to continue on your Gateway to Greatness!
Sincerely,

Bro. Larry Scott Blackmon
President, NYACOA
District III Director

Bro. Anthony J. Smith
1st Vice President, NYACOA

Bro. Jamie Sterling
2nd Vice President, NYACOA
Assistant District III Director

94th Annual Eastern Regional Convention
2026-04-15 08:00 - 2026-04-19 14:00 | Tropicana Hotel & Casino, 2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ, 08401, United States
Brothers of Alpha East,
It is with great excitement, pride, and anticipation that we extend to you this official call to join us for the 94th Eastern Regional Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., to be held April 15–19, 2026, in the vibrant city of Atlantic City, New Jersey, at the world-class Tropicana Hotel & Casino.This year, we gather under the powerful theme: “Fraternity Forward: The Era of Value, Impact, and Progress”.
This convention will be more than a meeting, it will be a movement. As Brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha, we stand at a pivotal moment in our history and in society. Now more than ever, our world needs Alpha men, men of distinction, purpose, and unwavering commitment to service. Together, we will focus on moving our Brotherhood Forward, strengthening ourselves so that we may better serve our Fraternity, our Families, our Communities, and Ourselves.
From powerful plenary sessions and transformative leadership workshops to unforgettable social events and brotherhood experiences, our planning committee is crafting a convention that promises to deliver a true V.I.P. experience for you and your guests. Atlantic City will provide the perfect backdrop for fellowship, learning, and celebration as we honor our legacy and prepare for the future.
Brothers, this is our time. Let us come together in brotherhood, purpose, and innovation to ensure that Alpha Phi Alpha continues to lead with Value, Impact, and Progress for generations to come.
We look forward to welcoming you to Atlantic City this April. Mark your calendars, prepare your chapters, and get ready for an unforgettable 94th Eastern Regional Convention!
