| |
|
In 1999, the sisters of SYZ formally adopted our National Philanthropy,
to Combat Violence Against Women. Among the first Asian Interest sorority
to take on this very worthwhile cause, SYZ hopes to bring awareness
to our universities and communities at large of this issue. For over
nine years, Sigma sisters have built a campaign to help those affected
by this tragic violence, to educate the community about the nature
of this problem, and to empower our sisters to make a lasting commitment
to the issue of violence against women.
The National Philanthropy of Sigma Psi Zeta
is to combat violence against women in its varied forms. This includes,
but is not by any
means, limited to the following: rape, incest, domestic violence,
sexual assault, stalking, exploitation, the trafficking of women
and children, the abuse of migrant workers, intimidation at work,
child abuse, harassment, and spousal abuse. Any kind of physical,
emotional or mental duress constitutes violence.
 Volunteer at domestic violence shelters
Volunteer at local womens' centers
Sponsor or attend
conferences and meetings that empower
women's rights
Lend support to
women that need this specific type support
and
seek help for them
Help to stop violations against female refugees and asylum-
seekers
Advocate for political causes that affect such demographics
Attend and host self-defense workshops and classes
Collaborate artistically and educationally with other women-
of-color
Donate proceeds of activities to organizations that support
this same cause
Organize collection drives and secure in-kind donations for
local charities and DV shelters
By adopting this ethic within our sorority, we immediately become involved
in a demographic that we seek to advocate for...one of the Asian Female.
Historically oppressed by tradition and objectified in the eyes of
the contemporary media to be physically powerless, emotionally isolated,
and mentally voiceless. We encourage and empower ourselves as undergraduates
and alumnae of institutions of higher education. Attacks are likely
to happen at universities and colleges all across the nation.
Violence
affects the lives of millions of women worldwide, in all socio-economic
and educational classes. It cuts across cultural and
religious barriers, impeding the right of women to participate fully
in society. Violence against women takes a dismaying variety of forms,
and constitutes a violation of basic human rights.
The sisters of
Sigma Psi Zeta stand united behind our philanthropy, on both an organizational
and individual level.
|
|
 |
Winnie aka Minnie,
Nancy aka Tinkerbell,
Jeanne aka Tweety, Judy aka Cheerios, Sohia aka Fifi, Kathy aka K |
|
|
