[The Original Ape]

I think the priorities of the chapter will determine the participation. If the chapter is predominantly "old", and the older brothers dictate the programming of the chapter, the chapter will have a hard time retaining the younger members, and reclaiming members. If the programming is done by both old and young, with consideration to both groups of bruhs and their patrons, the chapter will be strong and ever-growing. It takes a delicate balance. I also think that chapters should emphasize "hood" as much as it does business. They should plan events that young bruthas like, and young women like to come to. These types of events will hold the attention of those that will be the future of the chapter.

I also believe that it(the chapter) should do all it can to assure each and every member's worth. Some members feel like they're high and mighty cause they did this, or served on that. It may be true that the brother deserved high praise; but that doesn't mean he should be treated like THE KING of the chapter. All Alphas know that RESPECT IS EARNED; but we also know that we are ALL BROTHAS, on the same level, always.