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    DREF provides opportunities to promote research that identifies and fashions solutions to issues affecting African American women through funding and support of the charitable and educational programs of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

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    The Center for Research on African-American Women (The Center) focuses on critical issues relevant to African-American women that can be of significance for policy decision-making.

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    There are many opportunities to contribute to the campaigns, events, programs and initiatives managed by DREF throughout the year.

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Calling All Federal Government, Military Employees and Retirees. Join the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) and Create Possibilities. Deadline January 15th

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18 Mar

We're still accepting applications for our Community Empowerment Grants until April 1! Don't miss out on this amazing grant opportunity to #createpossibilities and #improvelives

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16 Mar

It's a beautiful day to apply for a #scholarship or #internship opportunity! Visit http://deltafoundation.net to apply by April 1 📚 #creatingpossibilities #improvinglives

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15 Mar

Mark your calendars for 3/26 at 8pm EST for the Sister Scholars Advisory Council's annual National Reading Circle in partnership with @NCNWHQ!

Secure your copy of "The First Ladies" and join us for an insightful night of discussion! Click the link in our bio to register now 📚

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“Research Matters: Creating Possibilities to Achieve Health and Wellness for All of Us” focuses on outreach and education to African Americans about the significant role biomedical research plays in addressing health disparities.

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DREF is partnering with the American Pharmacists Association Foundation (APhA) to conduct a national diabetes prevention program. Entitled Project IMPACT: Diabetes Prevention.

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DREF awards scholarships and internship opportunities to student applicants entering college or continuing their academic programs. Students must meet both academic and community service requirements.

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The Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) supports DST Chapters, Individuals and Families by providing a comprehensive Financial Health & Wellness Webinar Series.

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Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF)

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. established the Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) as a public charity supporting scholastic achievement, public service programs, and research initiatives focused upon African American women.

VISION The DREF vision is to Create Possibilities and Improve Lives.

MISSION The Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) identifies issues affecting Black women, their families, and communities of the African Diaspora globally, and creates solutions through research, programming, and funding in support of charitable and educational programs of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and other collaborative organizations.

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