DREF recognizes National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day, which raises awareness about the need for HIV prevention and treatment strategies for older adults and long-term survivors. The 2026 observance prioritizes the theme `Protect Our Aging Populations: Meeting New Challenges to Live Longer and Improve Lives!,` emphasizing the essential roles of research, prevention, and data collection in supporting older adults living with HIV. People with HIV are living longer, healthier lives with treatment.
More than half of all people living with diagnosed HIV in the United States are currently aged 50 or older, marking a significant demographic shift driven by advancements in medical care. Older adults living with HIV face a higher probability of developing age-related conditions—such as cardiovascular disease, neurocognitive decline, and frailty—often at an earlier stage than their peers without HIV. Visit this link to learn more: go.nih.gov/RZHMFSq Black Health Matters! #DST1913, #DREF, #AgingWithHIV #HealthyAging #EndHIV #HIVPrevention ...

As the Summer comes to an end, the DREF Sister Scholars Advisory Council’s National Reading Circle encourages all to check out the 2026 Summer Reading List. It`s curated for your education and pleasure. Take some time to access one or more of these great reads. Enjoy! Visit: https://deltafoundation.net/national-reading-circle/ to make your selection(s). Let us know which book you chose to read this year! Post in comments! #DST1913, #DREF, #DREFSisterScholars, #SummerReading2026, #HeatwaveReading, #BookLovers #NationalReadingCircle ...

September is recognized as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Awareness Month to honor the history, legacy, and impact of the nation`s more than 100 HBCUs, nationally. The month aims to encourage students to enroll in HBCUs, raise scholarship funds, and build employment pipelines into corporate America and other sectors.
DREF celebrates HBCU Awareness Month by honoring the institutions that cultivate excellence, empower generations, and uplift Black communities. Support an HBCU today! #DST1913, #DREF, #HBCUAwarenessMonth, #HBCUPride, #BlackExcellence,#EmpowerBlackStudents ...

Today, on #StandUpToCancerDay, DREF recognizes that while progress is being made—with significant declines in cancer mortality rates for Black men and women over the last few decades—the work is far from finished. We must continue to confront the persistent health disparities that affect our community:
Black people continue to have the highest overall cancer death rate compared to other racial and ethnic groups. Disparities in survival rates and treatment outcomes remain a critical challenge that requires our collective focus and advocacy.
On this day, we commit to prioritizing our health, supporting one another, and demanding equitable access to quality cancer care. Whether it’s scheduling your screening, encouraging a loved one to prioritize their health, or advocating for equitable research, your actions make a difference.
Let’s stand together to close the gap.
#DST1913, #DREF, #StandUpToCancer, #CancerDisparities, #HealthEquity, #BlackHealthMatters, #CancerAwareness, #AdvocacyInAction ...

DREF recognizes National African Immigrant Heritage Month, celebrated every September to recognize the history, culture, and vital contributions of African immigrants in the United States. The month highlights the social, cultural, and economic impact of African immigrants, raises awareness of unique challenges within the Black diaspora, and fosters stronger community ties.
We especially honor and celebrate all of our African immigrant members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. across the African Diaspora. Enjoy the festivities, great food, and community support during this month and always. #DST1913, #DREF, #AfricanImmigrantHeritage, #AfricanDiaspora, #AfricanImmigrants, #BlackCulture, #CommunitySupport, #CulturalCelebration ...

DREF encourages all students to put on your thinking caps and get ready to conquer this new school year! To all our African American youth and their parents, remember that education is empowerment. Let`s embrace the opportunities that come with learning and strive for excellence in everything we do. You are capable, you are resilient, and you are destined for greatness. Let`s make this school year one to remember! #DST1913, #DREF, #EducationMatters ,#StudentSuccess,#TeacherLife, #LearningJourney, #SchoolYear2026,#BacktoSchool #BlackExcellence 📚 ...