ASSAULT ON ILLITERACY PROGRAM (AOIP) - AOIP had its conceptual roots established in January of 1980 when a group of publishers associated with Black Media, Inc. (BMI) was made aware that approximately 44% of black Americans could neither read nor comprehend beyond the 4^th grade. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and numerous other national organizations joined together to attack and ultimately reduce and eradicate illiteracy among Blacks through reading tutorial programs and other efforts.

CHARLES R. DREW BLOOD DRIVE - Each year, every chapter must hold an annual blood drive in June.

MEMORIAL SERVICE - March 12^th of each year has been established as Memorial Day. Chapters are expected to conduct an appropriate service to recall the memory of those members who have entered into Omega Chapter.

NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ESSAY CONTEST - This is a phase of the National Achievement Week observance held in November of each year. The contest is open to all college-bound high school seniors. College scholarships are awarded to the winners, each of whom must submit an essay on a theme/topic which is chosen by the fraternity.

NATIONAL SOCIAL ACTION PROGRAM - A national committee coordinates the multifaceted program of the various chapters. Most chapters are involved in voter registration, "getting-out-the-vote," support of the NAACP, the National Urban League, and hundreds of other programs.

RECLAMATION - Some brothers, for various reasons, are not currently enjoying the full benefits of Omega. At the national, district, and local levels there must be an organized and concerted effort to return inactive brothers to full participatory status.