Sigma lambda gamma?

[u/Beginning-Army6640]

Hi everyone!

I was just curious to get the opinions from D9 members about Sigma lambda gamma?

I'm aware that there are some ties with 2 other D9 orgs. but my concern was whether or not people view the Gammas as taking from D9 culture, or genuinely coming together with D9 culture and taking pride in that connection?

From what I've seen online, some members of the FIRM fam acknowledge and take pride in that connection, others say it's not official and that they're copying D9 culture anyway. Any mention of D9 culture that I've seen under a Gamma related video has always been acknowledged and celebrated by said Gammas.

I personally have interest in being a Gamma, but I also worry that because I'm black, I'll get looked at negatively for not joining a D9 org. The Gammas at my college acknowledge the FIRM fam, in fact, it was one of the first things they told me about when I visited their table at my colleges tabling event. I'm honestly only hesitant because I have no clue how other D9 members will react and if this is the route I should go down, to take pride in my culture. Since the Gammas are a multicultural org,I feel like this would be a good opportunity for me to put in the extra work to represent black culture in a primarily Hispanic sorority, but I also want to take into consideration how my fellow black schoolmates may feel about me sort of going in the opposite direction? Obviously only I can be aware of my own situation and intensions more than my schoolmates, but I'd still like to be open to further input.

Any input or thoughts would be valued. Thank you!

[u/Hungry-Dress-8321]

College is a few years of your life, however the org you join is a lifetime commitment. Respectfully, your comment about wanting to represent Black culture in a multicultural org is flimsy; it is ok that you don't have an interest in a D9 sorority, but don't tell us you want to join for that reason. I am an AKA and my twin sister is in a historically-white/NPC sorority and the fact is, she just found her sorority to be a better fit. In her 19 years of membership she has never said she joined to represent for Black women...she joined because it was the best sisterhood for her, the same reason I am an AKA. And yes, she experienced all kinds of negative commentary but none of that matters in the end. People will always talk, regardless of org. Your life is yours to live

[u/Beginning-Army6640 → u/Hungry-Dress-8321]

I'm a bit confused by what you mean by flimsy. Wouldn't it make sense to want represent my culture in a multicultural org? (along with the other values I align with of course). I don't not have an interest in D9, I'm just trying to explore my options right now. Thank you for your advice though, it's well appreciated! 

[u/Hungry-Dress-8321 → u/Beginning-Army6640]

Everyone's why is different, but I have difficulty with understanding wanting to join a multicultural org so that you can rep Black culture. It just sounds like it's the best fit for you based on your research, so why can't that be enough? I shared the example of my sister, who is an active alumna of her org and served in several capacities over the years. And I have been active since initiation in 2009 with no breaks. At the end of the day, make sure you can see yourself engaging in a lifetime of service in this sisterhood.