“We are non-hazing organizations” is a popular statement commonly used by Black Greek members. While that may be true, what is also true is that these organizations have a history of dealing with hazing that has been dark, dangerous, and sometimes deadly.

Discretion offers a unique take on this polarity. By beautifully blending culturally-rich fiction, non-fiction, and self-help, the author carefully balances the African tradition of storytelling and integrates it with powerful hazing “myth busters”, debunking nine myths often associated with new member processes in Black Greek fraternities and sororities — myths that often serve to perpetuate and substantiate a dysfunctional, destructive, dangerous, and sometimes deadly underground hazing culture.

We take you on a journey with Imani, a fictional college student whom we begin observing right before she completes her new member journey into her sorority. From her new member presentation, to her first roadtrip to “regionals”, to her involvement with the next group of “new girls,” the reader is given exclusive access into her decision-making process and how the actions she chooses ripple throughout her chapter, school, sorority, and ultimately her own life.

It is the author’s hope that by better understanding Imani’s choices you are empowered to make better choices — choices that manifest into purposeful actions that ultimately repair and save lives.