Sisterhood DU is one of the University of Denver’s newest registered student organizations (RSOs). Founding members include President Paula Yeboah, Vice President Selena Johnson, Treasurer Raeesah Ajani and Secretary Madison James. 

Yeboah, who is a second-year student studying political science, stated that her motivation to start Sisterhood DU came from attending Eaglecrest, a diverse high school in Aurora, Colo., that allowed her to be comfortable in her Black identity. 

“I’ve been the only black woman in many spaces and I understand how hard it can be to feel like your voice is heard. I wanted Black women on campus to have a different experience — a place where they are valued, somewhere they could feel safe, be themselves without judgment, and connect with others on a level deeper than the surface,” she explained. 

Yeboah intends to make Sisterhood DU an environment not only where Black women and femme-identifying students can feel comfortable but also to “connect, grow and build upon one another.” Sisterhood to Yeboah means “building unbreakable bonds with other women, and friendships that will last a lifetime.”

Their mission statement is centered on celebrating Black “culture, contributions, and lived experiences of Black womanhood in all its forms,” as well as fostering spaces for learning and enriching diverse perspectives.

As an E-Board member, Yeboah is working towards becoming the best leader she can be, as this is Sisterhood DU’s inaugural year on campus. She hopes that the organization is fun, productive and effective.

Yeboah stated that she is excited to build strong relationships with students, incoming and returning, through all the events they will be hosting this year.

Sisterhood DU is currently planning their first event, “Sisterhood Craft Night,” where they’ll introduce the E-Board and acquaint themselves with other Black women on campus.

To keep up with and support Sisterhood DU, check out their Crimson Connect and follow their Instagram.