Uniondale schools superintendent among community leaders honored at Alpha Kappa Alpha gala

Uniondale School District Superintendent Monique Darrisaw-Akil was among the community leaders honored at the Theta Iota Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.’s “Rooted in Sisterhood, Service and Impact” gala on Oct. 31. 

Nassau County Legislators Scott Davis and Olena Nicks joined members and supporters for the celebration at the Garden City Hotel.

The event recognized community leaders for their contributions to education, public service and community development.

Including Darrisaw-Akil, Honorees included Girl Scouts of Nassau County chief executive Rande Bynum, Union Baptist Church senior pastor the Rev. Sedgwick Easley, Town of Hempstead Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby and Gearld Granger, founder and chief executive of GRG Security and Surveillance.

Chartered in Manhasset on Oct. 29, 1966, the chapter has spent six decades supporting initiatives focused on hunger relief, youth mentorship, environmental protection, health and higher education.

“Through their tireless work, the Theta Iota Omega sisterhood has strengthened families throughout region, and their commitment to service has built a strong foundation that will allow them to expand upon this work in the years to come,” Nicks said. “I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Uniondale Superintendent Dr. Monique Darrisaw-Akil and all of her fellow honorees for embracing an organization that does so much to deliver comfort and create opportunities for others.”