Jaspen “Jas” Boothe Inducted as Honorary Member of Zeta Phi Beta

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, announced this afternoon the induction of 15 distinguished women as Honorary Members into its Alpha Omega Chapter at its Grand Boule in Indianapolis.

Among the new inductees is Jaspen “Jas” Boothe, an Army Veteran, Cancer Survivor, and Veteran Disability Advocate who served over 17 years. Boothe has been honored with numerous accolades, including the Oprah Winfrey Standing Ovation award, CNN Hero, and People Magazine Hero Among Us. Despite facing immense personal challenges, including losing everything to Hurricane Katrina and battling aggressive cancer, Boothe focused on her platoon’s welfare and emerged as a resilient leader and advocate.

Featured in the documentary “Served Like a Girl,” Boothe continues to inspire through her story of perseverance and dedication. As a new member of Zeta Phi Beta, she will align her talents and passions to focus on supporting the American Cancer Society, the Military Appreciation Program, and Women Veterans Rock!

International First Vice President for Membership Gina Merritt-Epps, Esq., expressed her enthusiasm, saying, “I am honored to oversee all of Zeta Phi Beta’s membership categories and am thrilled that Zeta Phi Beta continues to attract fascinating, fierce and finer women to carry out the vision of Zeta Phi Beta’s Founders. The newest class of Honorary Members will advance Zeta Phi Beta’s goals as Zeta Phi Beta women everywhere work together to support our communities.”

The induction ceremony took place on July 27, 2024, during the sorority’s international conference in Indianapolis, where the new members were officially welcomed into Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.

Dr. Stacie NC Grant, International President and CEO, shared, “The work of our 2024 Honorary Member Class is aligned with Zeta Phi Beta’s commitment to helping other people excel through mind, body and spirit. As the number one women’s service organization established by five extraordinary Black women, we are proud to extend membership to this group of women and I welcome them to the sisterhood on behalf of all Zeta Phi Beta members.”

The newest class of Honorary Members reflects a diverse array of talents and achievements, each contributing to the advancement of Zeta Phi Beta’s mission and values.