Hermandad de Sigma Iota Alpha -ΣΙΑ ("SIA")
Founded: September 29, 1990
Type: Social, Professional
Scope: National
Motto: Semper Unum et Inseparabilis
(Always One and Inseparable)
Colors: Red, Gold, Royal Blue, White, and Black
Symbols:
Unicorn and Pegasus
Flower: Red Rose
Chapters/Colonies: 51 Chapters, 9 Colonies
States:
New York, Massachusetts,
Connecticut, New
Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Michigan,
Texas, and California
Our
precious and rare Hermandad is, not only a family unit, but also a vehicle for change. We emphasize the importance of education and knowledge through various educational programs and involvement in our community. As an organization composed of strong and dedicated women, we have striven to empower all women, both within and outside the Hermandad.
SIA was created to promote the following set of goals:
--> To constantly strive towards the expansion of awareness of the Latino culture to our members and the community at large.
--> To promote sisterhood and leadership amongst ourselves.
-->To serve as models of excellence in academics and achievements among women.
