Eden worked two summers, 2023 and 2026, as an AmeriCorps VISTA for the GW Civic
Changemakers Program, where she worked with DC Public Schools students to develop advocacy projects addressing issues in their communities. She has a background in administrative affairs and nonprofit management.
She holds a B.A. in International Affairs and Africana Studies, with a minor in Spanish from The George Washington University. Her undergraduate achievements at GW included graduating with departmental honors in Africana Studies, enrollment in the Women in Leadership, International Politics Cohort, receiving the Stephen Joel Trachtenberg Scholarship, research in Dakar, Senegal, studying at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile in Santiago, Chile, and serving on the executive committee for several student organizations. Eden is currently a Masters Candidate at the GW Elliott School in the International Development Studies Program with a concentration in Cultures and Societies. #DST1913, #DREF, #InternationalDevelopment, #CharitableEngagement, #WomenInLeadership ...

A proud graduate of The University of Alabama, Kayla earned her Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and African American Studies. During her undergraduate years, she served as President of the University’s National Pan-Hellenic Council, where she helped champion a historic milestone: the groundbreaking of Greek Assembly Hall, the University’s first dedicated space and plots honoring its Divine Nine organizations. Most recently, Kayla was appointed to the University of Alabama Division of Partnerships Board of Advisors in 2026.
Kayla’s professional journey includes working with Walt Disney World Resorts and leadership in business development at HES Facilities Management, where she cultivated relationship management, strategic planning, and organizational growth. Her journey in the nonprofit sector began with Food for Our Journey, where she developed and executed a public relations strategy that elevated the organization’s mission, amplified the stories of underserved communities, and contributed to statewide recognition of its impact.
A proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Kayla embraces the principles of scholarship, sisterhood, service, and social action as both a personal commitment and a professional calling. She is thrilled to join the Delta Research and Educational Foundation’s Charitable Engagement team, where she looks forward to contributing her creativity, collaborative spirit, and dedication to strengthening relationships that advance the Foundation’s mission and enduring legacy of service. #DST1913,#DREF, #UniversityOfAlabama, #NonprofitLeadership, #CommunityImpact ...

November is National Diabetes Month (also known as American Diabetes Month), a nationwide effort to raise awareness about diabetes prevention, early detection, and management.
DREF supports putting African American women’s health first. Diabetes risk can be influenced by many factors, and knowing your numbers—such as blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol—can help you have informed conversations with your healthcare provider.
Make time for regular checkups, ask questions, and support one another in building healthy habits. Prevention and care are not one-size-fits-all, and everyone deserves respectful, culturally responsive care. #DST1913, #DREF, #DiabetesAwarenessMonth, #BlackWomensHealth #KnowYourNumbers, #HealthEquity, #CulturallyResponsiveCare ...

DREF is seeking applicants for the Foundation’s Staff Accountant position.
The Staff Accountant is responsible for a wide range of accounting functions, including day-to-day transactions and assisting with the month-end and year-end closing processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient with accounting software, and committed to ensuring compliance with financial regulations and GAAP. To review the full position description and contact email, please visit: https://deltafoundation.net/staff-accountant-position/ Please share if applicable. #DST1913, #DREF,#JobOpportunity, #AccountingProfessionals. ...

NEW COLLABORATION 🎉
The Sadie Collective is teaming up with the Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) to bring research on economic disparities to students and emerging professionals!
First up, our virtual 2026 Research Salon on DREF’s white paper:
“No Margin for Error: How Thin Wealth Buffers Destabilize Black Communities” 📖
🗓 Thursday, Dec. 3
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM ET
📍 Virtual
✔️ Pre-read the paper
✔️ Discuss the findings with the authors at the virtual event
✔️ Draft and post your takeaways in our live social media workshop
Please share and encourage our DST Chapters and Collegiates to join us!
RSVP 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/SadieDREF
DST#1913,#DREF, #SadieCollective, #WealthGap, #ResearchSalon ...

As Domestic Violence Awareness Month comes to a close, DREF`s commitment to Black women and survivors continues. Every survivor deserves safety, dignity, and support—without judgment. Let’s keep listening, believing, and standing alongside one another all year long. 💜
If you or someone you know needs support, call or text the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233), text START to 88788, or visit thehotline.org. If you’re in immediate danger, call 911. #DST1913, #DREF, #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #BlackWomensHealth, #EndDomesticViolence, #BelieveSurvivors, #NoMoreViolence #YouAreNotAlone, #RespectAndDignity, #EndAbuse ...