Wanda Durant 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.

Wanda Durant, widely recognized for her motivational speaking and advocacy, is among the newly inducted members. Durant, the founder of the motivational platform “Hope Dream Believe Achieve,” has made significant contributions through her work in empowering individuals to overcome adversity and reach their full potential. She also runs The Kevin Durant Charity Foundation and The Real MVP Charity, Inc., where her philanthropic efforts focus on supporting educational initiatives, youth development programs, and community outreach projects.

As a new member of Zeta Phi Beta, Ms. Durant is enthusiastic about serving on initiatives that promote the sorority’s partnerships with the American Cancer Society, Zeta National Education Foundation (Z-NEF), Zetas Helping Other People Excel (Z-HOPE™), and Zeta Youth Affiliates.

International First Vice President for Membership Gina Merritt-Epps, Esq., stated, “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, held on July 27, 2024, at the sorority’s international conference in Indianapolis, officially welcomed the new members into Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.

Dr. Stacie NC Grant, International President and CEO, noted, “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 latest class of Honorary Members exemplifies a diverse array of talents and achievements, each contributing to the advancement of Zeta Phi Beta’s mission and values.