About

=The Conscience of MALIK Fraternity: =
 * Fraternity Profile **

__ **What is MALIK Fraternity, Inc.?** __ MALIK Fraternity is a progressive, pioneering, socially conscious, collegiate-based fraternity which practices the concept African/Latino/Indigenous Fraternalism. We are the largest and longest operating African/Latino/Indigenous collegiate-based fraternity of its kind in the world. 99.9% of college fraternities are Greek-based. We proudly are not. "Why?" Our response: "why not?!"...

__**When and where was the Fraternity founded?**__ Originally founded as Malik Sigma Psi Fraternity on May 13th, 1977 on the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University in the state of New York (U.S.A.).

__**Who founded the Fraternity?**__ Fifteen highly motivated young college men known as "The Crowns”. Influenced by the time of enlightenment and heightened social awareness of the 1960's and 70's, our founders recognized the need for a redefinition of themselves and their culture especially to instill a deeper sense of pride in their people's identity.

__**What does "MALIK" Mean?**__ MALIK is a Swahili/Arabic title, which means King or Ruler. It is also an acronym for the five principles MALIK stands on: **M**anhood **A**chievement **L**eadership **I**ntegrity and **K**nowledge. It's also the religious name of the great apostle of self-determination and liberation of all oppressed people, El Hajj Malik El Shabazz, also known as Malcolm X. Our "//Shining Black Prince//" held a special place in the hearts of the Founders and of the Entire Brotherhood.

__**Why did the Fraternity remove the Greek letters from its name?**__ Because it was time. MALIKs understood that it was time that indigenous people stop using Greek/Western labels to define themselves. For many years our name was named Malik Sigma Psi fraternity. The Greek letters: "Sigma" and "Psi" were chosen to mimic the other college Greek fraternities and sororities and to "//ease acceptance into the college fraternal world//". However, as the years passed on, MALIKs' consciousness grew and it was time for change and for the truth to be told. What truth? The truth that the origin of today's western secret societies originated in northeast Africa (Egypt). Brothers also understood that MALIKs are constantly working to better themselves and their communities - this also extends to our consciousness. The name change is a bold statement that Black/Latino - and all Indigenous people of the world, must start to accurately and boldly define themselves and not be defined by others i.e. via through Greek lettering/symbolism. MALIKs are change agents, not conformers. MALIKs must lead the way, not follow an outdated and intellectually self-hating Greek-lettered template/paradigm.

__**When did the Fraternity change its name?**__ On May 18th, the fraternity held a democratic vote at its 2002 National Convention where the name change was voted upon and passed by a majority vote.

__**Are MALIKs ashamed of their "semi-Greek" past?**__ Although the Fraternity outgrew the two Greek letters in our name, we still and will always honor Malik Sigma Psi. We are just as proud of our past, as we are of our present - for without Malik Sigma Psi, there would be no MALIK Fraternity. It was and is an evolution of consciousness. Similar to that of Malcolm X changing his name to Malik Shabazz //(Please view the Name Change section for further detailed explanation)//.

__**What is "African Fraternalism"?**__ We recognize that Africa as the beginning of civilization. We are all African. African Fraternalism is the concept that the origin of secret societal life reached its height in Africa with the Ancient Egyptians. It is also the practice of wanting for your brother and all African/Latino/Indigenous people what you want for yourself. Lastly, it is the practice of self-determination for all oppressed people around the world.

__**What are the colors of MALIK Fraternity?**__ The Orange... and The Black...
 * [[image:malikfraternitysheffeyadmin/Kemet_Sunset.jpg width="439" height="295" align="center" caption="... The Orange & Black..."]] ||
 * **Orange:** Power, Energy, Endurance & Creativity. Color of the setting sun. The sun contains symbolism among all ancient cultures. The sun brings life, beauty and majesty.
 * **Black:** Classic, Mysterious & Infinite. Color of the universe expanse...

__**What is the Mission of the Fraternity?**__ To motivate and train its members to be “change agents” within the African/Latino/Indigenous communities of the world. To be educated, responsible, conscious citizens to ultimately uplift their community and humanity.

__**What else is MALIK Fraternity dedicated to?**__ Academic excellence, social responsibility, brotherhood and the reclamation of the stolen legacy of the African/Indigenous contributions to the world.

__ **Does the Fraternity have a Graduate/Professional initiation process?** __ Yes, it is called Initiation into the Shabazz Kingdom.

__**National Publication:**__ The Throne.

__**Mascot:**__ // "The Last Angry African" //

__**What are the Last Angry Africans?**__ The few remaining conscientious warrior Kings left on the planet. These are the warriors who selflessly fight for their people and for the betterment of all humanity.