Bro. James C. Williams IV is a devoted and transformational leader within Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., with a legacy of service spanning two decades. A proud Life Member, he was initiated in Spring 2004 through the Epsilon Zeta Chapter at Fayetteville State University in North Carolina. Since then, he has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to uplifting communities, strengthening brotherhood, and advancing organizational excellence.
Bro. Williams has held numerous leadership roles at every level of the fraternity, including Vice President of Epsilon Zeta, Epsilon Rho Lambda, and Nu Gamma Lambda; Associate Area Director (ANCA); Area Director (ANCA); Alpha Advisor (EZ & NI); Chief Dean (ANCA & NJAAPAC); Acting Area 3 Director (NJAAPAC); and currently serves as President of Nu Gamma Lambda. His dedication has culminated in his current role as Executive Director to the Director IV of the New Jersey Association of Alpha Phi Alpha Chapters (NJAAPAC).
Throughout his journey, he has played a pivotal role in reactivating chapters, mentoring young brothers, and expanding Alpha’s reach and impact. Notably, he led the revitalization of Nu Gamma Lambda from zero to 39 active brothers, co-led the reactivation of Nu Iota—now the second-largest chapter in NJAAPAC—and significantly grew the District’s treasury as its principal fundraiser.
His work has earned numerous honors, including the Area Director of the Year Award, the District Director’s Capital Achievement Award for Social Advocacy, and the 2023 Legacy Driven Award for Racial Justice. As President of the Camden County National Pan-Hellenic Council, he has further strengthened collaboration among Divine Nine organizations by expanding membership and reclaiming inactive chapters.
Bro. Williams is a visionary builder—known for developing leaders, promoting social justice, and championing generational change. His unwavering dedication to both fraternity and community embodies the very spirit of Alpha.

