THE OWTSTANDING
SLL CHAPTER
OUR MISSION
We are committed to improving Memphis, TN and its surrounding municipalities by serving as active stewards in our schools, churches, civic institutions, and local businesses. By aligning highly motivated individuals who share common values and aspirations, we are positioned to both enhance and safeguard the enduring legacy of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
With that commitment as our foundation, Sigma Lambda Lambda Chapter is:
- Focused on growing our ranks through reclamation, not recruitment—bringing Brothers back to active service.
- Devoted to uplifting our undergraduate Brothers through intentional mentorship and partnership.
- Deeply aware that Shelby County needs strong, positive Black men who live the Omega spirit.
- Grounded in the belief that economic development fuels social and political transformation.
- Faithful to advancing our four cardinal principles through every fraternal and community endeavor.
- Accountable to the full responsibilities of Omega membership.
- Resolute in making Omega Psi Phi's presence in Memphis and Shelby County seen, respected, and felt.
To carry out this mission, our chapter is led by an eight-person executive team and empowered by eight active committee chairmen. Every Brother—leaders included—serves on at least one committee, ensuring that the work of Omega remains a collective effort.
OUR HISTORY
On May 28, 2004, Brother Richard Jones, 18th Fifth District Representative, officially chartered 26 Brothers as the 921st Chapter in Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.: Sigma Lambda Lambda.
During the ceremony at the National Civil Rights Museum, the Chapter’s first Basileus, Bro. Mario Jones, delivered a speech that, in hindsight, signifies the goals and objectives of Chapter.
Excerpts: As we, the Sigma Lambda Lambda Chapter, embark on our journey, one quote
comes to mind. “Wise men plant trees that they will never sit under”......
Our District Representative uses the phrase “many hands make light work”. My brothers and I know all to well that: “the value of our fraternity is not in numbers but in men....” You may ask, “What can I do?” I respond with two simple words: your part.
And as Edmund Burke said, “All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” We need each and ever brother to get financial, get active not only in Omega but also in your community, in your schools, in your churches, businesses. Your community needs you, your city needs you, and Omega needs you.
We as leaders in this community have to constantly remind ourselves that others are behind us. We have to continuously work hard at ensuring that the deeds we perform leave a lasting legacy, in other words build bridges that our youth can safely pass after we are gone. Lets leave “What’s in it for me” far behind.
Lets move this country to the next level. God knows there’s plenty of work to be
done to get us there. Margaret Thatcher said, “One who thinks he leads but has no followers is only taking a walk.” Are we leading folks, or are we walking?
Today, Sigma Lambda Lambda continues to lead, reflecting on the words of Bro. Jones as well as the tireless efforts of Bro. Eric “Hamma” McClinton (3-95 Magnificent Xi Zeta) and Bro. Quinest Bishop (5-95 Magnificent Xi Zeta) who saw a vision for this Chapter and worked to see it into fruition.
Now 20 years and four lines later, the Sigma Lambda Lambda Chapter continues to be OWTstanding.
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