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HONORING PEARL ESSENCE OF THE PI DELTA OMEGA CHAPTER OF ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED

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On 2026-07-09, Representative Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL-24) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING PEARL ESSENCE OF THE PI DELTA OMEGA CHAPTER OF ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED" in the House.

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Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 112 (Thursday, July 9, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 112 (Thursday, July 9, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E657] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING PEARL ESSENCE OF THE PI DELTA OMEGA CHAPTER OF ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED _____ HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON of florida in the house of representatives Thursday, July 9, 2026 Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the ladies of Pearl Essence of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Pi Delta Omega Chapter, of Miami, Florida, for their unwavering commitment and dedication to mentoring high school girls in grades 9 through 12. Implemented in 2004, the Pearl Essence Mentoring Program is designed to help cultivate and encourage high ethical standards in young women; provide opportunities for community service projects; and enrich their lives through social, cultural and educational activities. Pearl Essence's mission is to nurture young ladies, build character, boost self esteem and enrich lives toward reaching maximum potential in school, and community. Under the direction and mentorship of Pearl Essence, these young ladies are poised and ready to become the leaders of tomorrow, as they embark on a lifetime of service and commitment to bettering their communities and the world. This commitment to service and education are the embodiments and cornerstones of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, which was founded in 1908, on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. Alpha Kappa Alpha is now an international organization with both undergraduate and graduate chapters. Alpha Kappa Alpha cuts across racial, international, physical and social barriers to help individuals and communities develop and maintain constructive relationships with others. Partnerships have led to the implementation of programs by more than one hundred and eighty thousand women in the United States, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa and Asia. Please join me in honoring Pearl Essence of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Pi Delta Omega Chapter, for its commitment to our young women, education, our communities and service. ____________________

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HONORING PEARL ESSENCE OF THE PI DELTA OMEGA CHAPTER OF ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 112 (Thursday, July 9, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 112 (Thursday, July 9, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E657] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING PEARL ESSENCE OF THE PI DELTA OMEGA CHAPTER OF ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED _____ HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON of florida in the house of representatives Thursday, July 9, 2026 Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the ladies of Pearl Essence of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Pi Delta Omega Chapter, of Miami, Florida, for their unwavering commitment and dedication to mentoring high school girls in grades 9 through 12. Implemented in 2004, the Pearl Essence Mentoring Program is designed to help cultivate and encourage high ethical standards in young women; provide opportunities for community service projects; and enrich their lives through social, cultural and educational activities. Pearl Essence's mission is to nurture young ladies, build character, boost self esteem and enrich lives toward reaching maximum potential in school, and community. Under the direction and mentorship of Pearl Essence, these young ladies are poised and ready to become the leaders of tomorrow, as they embark on a lifetime of service and commitment to bettering their communities and the world. This commitment to service and education are the embodiments and cornerstones of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, which was founded in 1908, on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. Alpha Kappa Alpha is now an international organization with both undergraduate and graduate chapters. Alpha Kappa Alpha cuts across racial, international, physical and social barriers to help individuals and communities develop and maintain constructive relationships with others. Partnerships have led to the implementation of programs by more than one hundred and eighty thousand women in the United States, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa and Asia. Please join me in honoring Pearl Essence of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Pi Delta Omega Chapter, for its commitment to our young women, education, our communities and service. ____________________